The Spencer–East Brookfield Regional School District is seeking interested candidates to fill a vacant seat on the Regional School Committee representing the Town of Spencer, Massachusetts.
The School Committee plays an important role in shaping the future of our district through the oversight of educational policies, budgetary responsibilities, and the overall success of our students and schools.
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must be residents of Spencer, Massachusetts.
The individual appointed to this position will serve until the town election in May 2027.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit a written statement of interest to the Spencer Board of Selectmen.
Submissions must include:
Full Name
Residential Address
Brief Statement of Interest: An overview of why you are interested in serving on the Spencer–East Brookfield Regional School Committee.
Application Period
The application period will remain open for two weeks, beginning November 2, 2026, and closing November 16, 2026. All interested candidates must submit their information to the chairman of the Spencer Board of Selectmen by 5 p.m. on November 16 to be considered.
Selection and Appointment Process
Following the close of the application period, eligible candidates will be invited to attend a joint meeting with the Spencer Board of Selectmen and the Spencer representatives serving on the Spencer–East Brookfield Regional School Committee on Monday, November 23, 2026.
During this meeting, candidates will have an opportunity to introduce themselves and discuss their interest in serving on the School Committee.
Following the conversation, the participating members of the Spencer Board of Selectmen and the Spencer representatives on the Regional School Committee will vote to fill the vacant seat.
The successful candidate will be selected by a majority vote of the members present and voting, in accordance with applicable appointment procedures.
The appointed individual will serve on the Regional School Committee until the next town election, at which time a successor will be elected.
Submission Information
Please submit your statement of interest via USPS to:
Gary E. Woodbury, Chairman, Board of Selectmen
Spencer Memorial Town Hall
157 Main Street
Spencer, MA 01562
RE: School Committee Vacancy Application
or via email to: gwoodbury@spencerma.gov
Please put "School Committee Vacancy Application" in the subject line
Application Deadline: November 16, 2026
Get Involved in Your Community
Serving on the School Committee is an opportunity to have a meaningful impact on public education and the future of our district.
We encourage eligible Spencer residents to consider applying and becoming an active voice in supporting our schools, students, and community