Filing Requirements for St. Louis Public Schools Board of Education

Qualifications to File

• At least twenty-four (24) years of age
• Citizen of the United States
• Resident of the City of St. Louis
• Must have been a resident and citizen of the City of St. Louis for at least three (3) years immediately preceding election.
• Shall not hold any office in the city or state, except that of notary public.
• Shall not be interested in any contract with or claim against the board, either directly or indirectly.

Provisions for Nomination

To file for Board of Education, you must:

1. File a Declaration of Candidacy in person at the Board of Election Commissioners during the filing period.
2. Pay a filing fee of $100.00 at the time of filing.
3. Provide proof of identity at the time of filing.
4. Affirm that you meet the qualifications for the office.

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