Board of Education Vacancy

Vacancy on McHenry School District 15 Board of Education

McHenry School District 15 is accepting applications to serve on the District 15 Board of Education following the passing of Board Member Arne Waltmire, effective September 8, 2026.

Applicant Requirements:

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, a resident of Illinois and the District, and a registered voter. The individual appointed to fill the Board vacancy will serve until the next regular school board election (April 6, 2027).  At that time the Board Seat for the next school board term will be filled by election.  

Application Process: 

Residents interested in serving on the McHenry School District 15 Board of Education should complete and please submit an Electronic Application by October 9, 2026 at 4pm.  Paper applications are available at McHenry School District 15’s Administrative and Professional Development Center, 420 N. Front St., McHenry. 

The district plans to interview qualified candidates during closed session at the October 20, 2026, Board of Education meeting, at the Administrative and Professional Development Center, 420 N. Front St, McHenry.  A special meeting may be scheduled if necessary.

The Board of Education has 60 days from the date of resignation to fill the vacancy as specified by Illinois School Code (105 ILCS 5/10-10).