Coconino County Superintendent of Schools, Cheryl Mango-Paget seeking candidates to run for Fredonia-Moccasin Unified School District

Governing Board Seats

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Coconino County Superintendent of Schools, Cheryl Mango-Paget, is extending an open invitation to dedicated individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of education in the Fredonia-Moccasin Unified School District. With three crucial governing board seats up for election, now is the time for community members to step forward and make a difference in their local schools.

The upcoming election presents a unique opportunity for civic-minded individuals to become an integral part of the educational leadership in Fredonia-Moccasin. Each open seat is a four-year position, set to commence on January 1, 2025, and extend through December 31, 2028. The election day is scheduled for November 5, 2024.

To foster meaningful engagement and dialogue, Superintendent Cheryl Mango-Paget will be visiting Fredonia on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. She will be available at Fredonia-Moccasin School from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, welcoming prospective candidates and providing valuable insights and information. During this time, she will be accessible to answer any questions and distribute Governing Board Elections Packets for those interested in becoming a candidate.

Aspiring candidates seeking more information about running for election are encouraged to visit our website at https://coconino.az.gov/2855/Governing-Boards, or contact the Office of Coconino County Superintendent of Schools at (928) 679-8070 or via email at cmango-paget@coconino.az.gov.

To be eligible as a School District Governing Board candidate, individuals must meet the following qualifications:

• Be a Citizen of the United States.
• Be a registered voter of Arizona.
• Be a resident of the school district for at least one year immediately preceding the day of the election.
• Neither employees of the district nor their spouses may hold membership on the governing board or be employed by a third-party vendor.
• Immediate family members who have shared a residence within the previous four years are not eligible to serve simultaneously on a five-member board governing board pursuant to A. R. S. § 15-421.
• A candidate may not serve on two School District Governing Boards concurrently.

On November 5, 2024, qualified electors within each of the school and college districts in Coconino County will have the opportunity to elect governing board members who will wholeheartedly commit to the Oath of Office prior to their service. It is important to note that any documents filed by candidates are subject to the Arizona Public Records Law.

For more information and to express your interest, please contact the Coconino County Superintendent of Schools office, at (928) 679-8070 or email – mdespain@coconino.az.gov or cmango-paget@coconino.az.gov .

Your voice and dedication can help shape the educational landscape in the Fredonia-Moccasin Unified School District. Join us in making a meaningful impact on our local schools. Be the change you wish to see in your community!