School board seats are up for election in Michigan, with voters in Cass County choosing candidates for four school districts and those in Berrien County selecting from candidates in 16 school districts. In Cass County, Cassopolis, Dowagiac Union, Edwardsburg, and Marcellus have candidates on the ballot. Incumbents are running for re-election in some districts, while new candidates are vying for open seats. In Berrien County, Benton Harbor Area Schools, Berrien Springs Public Schools, Brandywine Community Schools, and others have candidates on the ballot. Incumbents Joan Smith and Mark Weber are running for re-election to the Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees.
The election in Cass County features a mix of incumbents and newcomers running for school board seats, with issues such as school bond funding and district improvements on the agenda. In Berrien County, voters will have a variety of candidates to choose from in districts like Brandywine and New Buffalo, with incumbents seeking re-election and new faces entering the race. The election highlights the importance of local school boards in shaping education policies and ensuring community involvement in schools. Voters have the opportunity to make their voices heard and select candidates who will represent their interests and priorities in these crucial roles.
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