The Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish Governing Board is preparing for its annual election and looking for individuals interested in joining them in serving on the Governing Board. Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish is governed by a dedicated group of individuals comprised of parents, teachers, and community members. The primary role of managing board members is to:
- promote public understanding of the school’s mission,
- develop a framework for setting goals and developing strategic plans for accomplishing those goals, and
- provide financial, academic, and governance oversight.
Board members should expect to contribute 5-10 hours per month, including time serving on a committee of the board. There are a variety of different roles on the board that will be available, and all are welcome to apply.
Please see the interest form/application and a description of the roles and expectations of serving on the board. If you are interested in applying, please submit completed interest form/application, and resume to the School Governance Specialist, Jill Turgeon, at jturgeon@athlosacademies.org. The deadline to submit applications is June 26.
The election will take place at the June 28 special meeting and will be conducted by the currently seated members of the board. New board members will be oriented sometime in July and seated at the August board meeting.
Questions about the governing board positions may be directed to Jill Turgeon. We appreciate your consideration of this request and all you do to make Athlos Academy successful!