From left to right: Director Hayes, Director Trần, President Cast, Director Sotak, Director McGourty.
School Board
To learn about attending a meeting and providing public comments, visit our Attend a School Board Meeting page.
School Board members exemplify citizen ownership and decision-making in the schools. They volunteer hundreds of hours and an immeasurable amount of energy to assure that schools are providing the best education for children.
Board members are elected for four-year terms on a staggered basis. The board is the policy-making body for the district, while the superintendent is responsible for implementing those policies and plans. Board members make all final decisions regarding school district priorities, policies, personnel, textbooks, expenditures and growth management.
The Board adopts a budget that is necessary to maintain and operate the schools. To enhance state revenue, the Board also proposes levy and bond issues for community consideration.
Board members appreciate community involvement and input regarding the operation of the district. The board can better represent the community when district residents, students, staff members, and parents take the time to express their opinions and raise questions.
Directors
![School Board Member Jacqueline McGourty]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1523948736/nsdorg/wlpkwwbwwueqpcueen1o/Jacqueline-McGourty.jpg","width":200}])
- District 1
- Liaison To: Snohomish County Council
- Email: sbdistrict1@nsd.org
- Phone: 425-408-7683
![School Board Member Elisabeth Sotak]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702418875/nsdorg/gmoexamq4mt9pasit8fg/Elisabeth-Sotak.jpg","width":200}])
- District 2
- Liaison To: Northshore PTSA Council, City of Kenmore
- Email: sbdistrict2@nsd.org
- Phone: 425-408-7687
![School Board Member Han Tran]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702419157/nsdorg/y3igz9znacxettzk2zoq/Han-Tran.jpg","width":200}])
- District 3
- Liaison To: City of Bothell, Citizen's Group Committee
- Email: sbdistrict3@nsd.org
- Phone: 425-408-7689
![School Board Member Sandy Hayes]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1523948735/nsdorg/wy6septecmnup9gnmjsd/Sandy-Hayes.jpg","width":200}])
- District 4
- Liaison To: Northshore Schools Foundation, King County Council
- Email: sbdistrict4@nsd.org
- Phone: 425-408-7690
- Board Vice President
![School Board Member Sandy Cast]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1523948733/nsdorg/t4wolsehe5hqzu6vcexw/Amy-Cast.jpg","width":200}])
- District 5
- Liaison To: City of Woodinville
- Email: sbdistrict5@nsd.org
- Phone: 425-408-7691
- Board President
Updates from the Board
The Board is committed to our important work of continuously improving how we prepare our students for a quickly changing world. In Northshore, we know that investing in education is investing in our future. Quality education not only benefits our children but also strengthens our entire community.
This letter was signed by Northshore School Board President Jacqueline McGourty, Ph.D., on behalf of the school board and Northshore Education Association President Robbi Reed on behalf of the association and was distributed to all Washington State Legislators, the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, and the Governor.
Our hearts are heavy and torn and aching for parents and families in Texas and for our nation as a whole. And we know that you are hurting as well. The horrific gun violence this week and recent weeks has touched us all. But, as we did during a global pandemic and past challenges, we will hope to join as a community to stand in solidarity, heal and move toward a safer future.
Contact
Peggy King
Recording Secretary
425-408-7701
pking2@nsd.org