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MLSD Director Vacancy Application

District #2 is covered in GREEN belowA colorful map displays the region around Moses Lake and Cascade Valley, featuring blue waterways and distinct color-coded zones.

 

APPLICATION

APPLY FOR VACANT BOARD POSITION #2

Moses Lake School District is seeking to fill a vacancy on the Board of Directors for Director Position #2. Persons interested in representing Director Position #2 are invited to apply to serve until the next school election in November 2027. Applicants must be a resident of District #2 of the MLSD and registered to vote in Grant County.

In accordance with Board Policy 1114 and applicable state law, the remaining board members will fill the vacancy by appointment. The appointee will serve until school elections in November 2027. The appointee may choose to run for the position on the Board at that time.

The district will begin accepting applications on September 18, 2026. Information about the application process is listed below and the boundary description for Position #2 is available by clicking the button below.  

Application Deadline is Monday, September 28, 2026 at 12pm
Interviews of selected candidates will take place in a meeting open to the public on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6pm
The appointment will be announced following discussion and a vote held in an open session on Thursday, October 1, 2026

Director Boundaries

Moses Lake School Board

Amy Breitenstein

Position 1 Term Expires: 2027

Paul Hill, Vice-Chair

Position 2 Term Expires: 2029

Carla Urias

Position 3 Term Expires: 2027

Michael Nordsten

Position 4 Term Expires: 2029

Kirryn Jensen, Board Chair

Position 5 Term Expires: 2027

The Moses Lake School Board governs the school district and is accountable to the state. It consists of five elected citizens, each representing a different geographic area. The board sets policies, hires staff, approves budgets and oversees curriculum development and building projects. Board members serve staggered four-year terms for continuity, with a president and vice president elected annually and a legislative representative elected every two years. These elected individuals work very hard to guide the district on our mission of educating our students.

The board makes key decisions that shape student education, including budget approvals and revisions, Superintendent hiring and evaluations, and ensuring the community's needs are met. The school board serves as a liaison between the community and the school district, informing the public of the district's activities and progress.

Key School Board responsibilities include:

  • Policy Development: Establishing and implementing policies that promote student success and well-being. Advocating for the district's and its students' needs with local, state, and federal policymakers.
  • Budget Oversight: Ensures that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively and that the district meets legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Superintendent Supervision: Collaborating with and providing oversight for the Superintendent to ensure the district's strategic goals are met.
  • Curriculum and Instruction: Evaluating and approving curricula that meet the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for future success. Ensuring all students have access to high-quality educational opportunities, regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances.
  • Community Engagement: Encouraging active participation from parents, students, teachers, and community members to foster a collaborative educational community monitoring student achievement data and using that data to inform district decision-making.

Ultimately, the school board ensures students receive a high-quality education and are prepared for success.

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Our Student Board Representatives

Each year, Moses Lake School District selects up to four high school students to serve as non-voting Student Representatives on the MLSD Board of Directors. These students provide valuable insight, represent student perspectives, and serve as a bridge between the student body and district leadership.

Student Representatives attend regular School Board meetings, participate in discussions, and share reports on issues impacting students across all MLSD high schools. This leadership role offers students the opportunity to develop public service skills, build their resume, and contribute meaningfully to district decision-making.

Eligible students must be entering their freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior year in the upcoming school year, demonstrate leadership experience, and maintain good academic standing. Board Policy 1250 defines these positions.

If you are interested in serving as a student representative to the school board, contact Misty Clemens at 509.766.2650 or via email at mclemens@mlsd161.org for more information on the process. 

Congratulations to our student board representatives for the 2026-2027 school year. 

Knox Albertson
Molly Albertson
Brynn Bond
Angie Hernandez

Angie Hernandez

Digital Learning Center Class of 2027

Brynn Bond

Moses Lake High School Class of 2028

Molly Albertson

Moses Lake High School Class of 2029

Knox Albertson

Moses Lake High School Class of 2030

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