Candidate filing deadline approaches for Lawrence County School Board seats

LAWRENCE COUNTY — Residents interested in shaping the future of Lawrence County education have only a few days left to officialize their campaigns. The filing deadline for open seats on both the North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) and Mitchell Community Schools boards is fast approaching.

According to an informational announcement detailed in school board voting.jpg, prospective candidates must submit their necessary paperwork by Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Noon.

Available Seats and Districts

The upcoming election cycle will see several critical seats up for grabs across both of the county’s major school corporations. The vacancies are distributed as follows:

  • North Lawrence Community Schools: A total of four seats are on the ballot, with one seat open each in District 1, District 2, District 3, and District 5.
  • Mitchell Community Schools: A total of two seats are on the ballot, both representing District 2.

Filing Location and Contact Information

All candidate petitions and required documentation must be physically turned in to the Lawrence County Voter Registration Office. The office is located at 918 16th Street, Suite 200, Bedford, IN 47421.

Election officials emphasize that the noon deadline on June 18th is strict, and any paperwork received after the cutoff will not be accepted.

Citizens who have questions regarding candidate eligibility, required forms, or specific district boundaries are encouraged to contact the voter registration staff directly by calling 812-277-2036.