Dear Editor,

Five citizens coming together to serve as board of directors providing direction to the community’s public school system is the short summary of what being a school board member is all about. Behind that statement is a level of commitment which deserves to be recognized. School board members in our community serve the needs of students, employees, parents, and community members. As a group they take on the many challenges which arise throughout each school year with an eye to the future.

Since 2009 I have worked with and for citizens who have committed themselves to the cha...