Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is seeking applications to fill a school board vacancy after board member Rebeca Mendoza submitted her resignation on April 28, according to a Monday news release.
In 2017, Mendoza was selected to fill the position of former school board member Omar Brown, who resigned. She was reelected for a second term in 2019.
Throughout her time in office, Mendoza served on multiple board committees, including as Chair of the Policy Committee, City-School Liaison Committee and the Head Start Parent Policy Committee, according to the release.
Those who are U.S. citizens, at least 18 years of age, a registered voter and a resident of District 65 for at least one year are eligible to apply. Applications are due by Friday, May 21.