NMSA Elections

Each Spring, NMSA conducts the annual election of trustees to serve on its Board. NMSA's Board consists of 18 trustees made up of:

• Officers (President, President-Elect, Past President)
• Regional Trustees (3 from each region – North, South, East, West)
• Trustee to Represent Diverse Cultures
• Teacher Trustees (1 representing the North & West Regions, and 1 representing the South & East Regions)

A Call for Nominations is announced to members prior to the election, encouraging members to nominate those that they believe are qualified to represent them and provide leadership on NMSA's Board.

Election ballots are mailed to each NMSA member and it must be returned by the specified date. Ballots are tabulated independently by the accounting firm Whalen & Company. Election results are presented to the Board at its June meeting, where the results are typically validated.

As a member, you can be active in deciding the future of National Middle School Association. The strength and growth of NMSA depend upon the election of leaders who possess a vision for the Association and a willingness to participate in collaborative decision making. The Board of Trustees has the responsibility to:

• determine NMSA's mission and purpose.
• support and review the performance of the executive director.
• approve and monitor NMSA's programs and services.
• ensure effective fiscal management.
• engage in strategic planning and understand the relationship between the board and staff.
• enhance NMSA's public image.
• operate efficiently.
• ensure sound risk management policies.
• maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Since the membership elects the Board of Trustees, you, as an NMSA member, can have a voice in directing the efforts and activities of the Association.