The Ohio School Boards Association is celebrating School Board Recognition Month in January 2018 to build awareness and understanding of the vital function an elected board of education plays in our society.

School Board Recognition Month honors the members of Ohio's more than 700 city, exempted village, local and joint vocational boards of education and educational service centers governing boards for their commitment to providing quality public education to Ohio's school children.

The Fairborn City School District is joining with other districts throughout the state to recognize the important contributions school board members make in their communities. "Ohioans benefit every day from the dedicated energies and countless hours devoted toby a group of more than 3,400 men and women across the state,"said Superintendent Mark North. "These public servants are elected to serve by local citizens and receive little compensation for their tireless efforts. These men and women are the local school board members of Ohio."

Even though we are making a special effort during January to show appreciation to school board members, we recognize their contributions reflect a year-round commitment on their part. They are dedicated individuals who are committed to the continuing success of our schools and students.

Thank you to the Fairborn Board of Education members:

Andy Wilson, Pat McCoart, Katie Mlod, Jerry Browning and Mary Reaster!