Notice of Vacancy

Franklin Lakes School Board Announces Candidacy Information

The Franklin Lakes Board of Education will have three (3) vacancies in the November 4, 2025 Annual School Election.  A full term on the school board runs for three (3) years.  Anyone who is a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, a resident of Franklin Lakes for at least one year, a registered voter in Franklin Lakes, able to read and write and not disqualified as a voter pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:4-1, 18A:12-1 is invited to consider serving in this capacity.

A candidate must file a nominating petition with the Bergen County Clerk for his or her name to appear on the ballot during the Annual School Election.  The deadline to submit the nominating petition is by 4PM Monday, July 28, 2025.  The election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Prospective school board candidates can download candidate information from the New Jersey School Boards Association’s web site at https://www.njsba.org/candidacy.  The School Board Candidate Kit includes information about nominating petitions, legal qualifications for school board candidacy, and the role of the school board member. Information about the New Jersey School Ethics Act and important dates in the school election process are also included.

For additional information or questions, contact the district by calling (201) 891-1856 ext. 1207 or email to [email protected].

Dina Messery

Board Secretary