What You Need to Know
Open Seats & Term Length
Three seats – Districts A, C, and E – are on the ballot for a 4-year term, with elections held on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. Eligible candidates must live in both the school district and the specific director district they wish to represent.
Key Dates & Deadlines
- Nomination petitions available: Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025
- Deadline to file petitions (and optional write-in affidavits): Friday, Aug. 29, 2025
- Candidate information posted online: No later than Sept. 5, 2025
Candidate Requirements
- Must have lived in the district and the specific director area for at least 12 months before the election
- Must be a registered voter
- Cannot have a sexual offense conviction against a child
- This is a nonpartisan election – candidates may not list political party affiliations.
Petition Requirements
- Collect 50 valid signatures from registered voters.
- Petitions must include a notarized circulator affidavit.
- Optional: file a write-in affidavit by the same deadline as a backup.
Filing & Campaign Requirements
File these forms with the District’s Designated Election Official (DEO):
- Notice of Intent
- Affidavit of Qualifications
- Petition with required signatures
- Acceptance of Nomination
- File a candidate affidavit within 10 days of announcing your candidacy and use the TRACER system to report campaign finances.
Candidate Posting Rule
Candidate information (name, address, contact info) will be posted online by Sept. 5, 2025, as required for districts with more than 1,000 students.
Learn More & Get Involved
- Visit the Durango School District Board Elections page for maps and details.
Explore the CASB Elections Hub for a full Candidate Guide, timeline, and campaign law resources.
Questions? Contact the district office or the Colorado Secretary of State for guidance on filings.
This summary is for community awareness. For legal or campaign questions, consult CASB or the Secretary of State directly.