Next School Board Election Saturday, May 2, 2026
About the Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees consists of seven members elected to serve, without compensation, for overlapping terms of three years each. Elections are conducted in May. Following the election, the board elects a president, vice-president and secretary to serve for one-year terms.
The next board of trustee election is scheduled for May 2, 2026 with two open seats for three years.
Candidate Eligibility for School Board Trustee
Application Process
Candidate's Guide to Primary and General Elections
The Texas Election Code designates the Secretary of State as the chief election officer of the State of Texas. In order to provide information on the electoral process to all Texans, his office has prepared this guide in the expectation that increased information will result in increased participation.
First day to file for place on the ballot: January 14, 2026
Last day to file for place on the ballot: February 13, 2026
Last day to register to vote: April , 2026
Early voting begins: Tuesday, April 20, 2026
Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked): April 20, 2026
Last day of early voting: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Polling Location for Early Voting:
Lamar County Court House Annex – 231 Lamar Avenue, Paris, Texas 75460
Election Day: May 2, 2026
Polling Locations for Election Day:
Lamar County Court House Annex – 231 Lamar Avenue, Paris, TX 75460
The Texas Election Code designates the Secretary of State as the chief election officer of the State of Texas. In order to provide information on the electoral process to all Texans, his office has prepared this guide in the expectation that increased information will result in increased participation.
To view information on our school board members' eligibility and qualifications