The appointment will be made by the remaining members of the School Board. The individual selected will serve until a successor is elected in the November 2026 election and officially assumes office, in accordance with applicable state and local regulations.
Applicants must be qualified voters and residents of School Board District 5 in Isle of Wight County, legally eligible to hold public office under Virginia law, and demonstrate a commitment to public education and to the students, families, and community served by Isle of Wight County Schools.
The appointed School Board member will attend and participate in School Board meetings and work sessions, contribute to decisions regarding policy, budget, and educational priorities, and represent the interests and concerns of District 5 constituents.
Interested individuals must submit a letter of interest, résumé or summary of qualifications, proof of residency within District 5, and a community reference. Application materials must be received no later than close of business on June 1, 2026.
Application materials may be submitted by email to [email protected] or delivered by mail or in person to:
Isle of Wight County Schools
Attn: School Board Clerk
9307 Old Stage Highway
Smithfield, VA 23430
Applications will be reviewed by the School Board between June 1 and June 5, 2026. On Monday, June 8, the Board will announce the applicants being considered, and application packages will be posted online for public review. The Board also anticipates sharing information about the applicants during its June 9 regular meeting.
A Special Called School Board Meeting will be scheduled for June 16 or June 17 to allow for public interviews. A final vote and announcement will take place on or before July 15, 2026. The selected candidate will be sworn in and begin serving as soon as practicable.
The Isle of Wight County School Board encourages all eligible District 5 residents with an interest in supporting public education to apply. The Board is committed to a fair and transparent selection process.
For more information, contact IWCS Board Clerk Jessica Whitlow at [email protected] or 757-365-1619.