BOARD OF EDUCATION

Local control of education through elected school boards has its roots in American Colonial history. Through the years, communities have directed the education of their youth by annually electing school board members and approving budgets. The school board members, in turn, oversee the administration of school districts. In the 21st Century, Cooperstown Central School District continues this practice.

While school boards are small and local, they represent one of the most important commitments citizens can make to their community — overseeing the education of its youth. Elections to the Cooperstown Board of Education are held annually on the third Tuesday of May, alongside the district’s annual budget vote. Board meetings are typically on the third Wednesday of each month and are held in the Jr./Sr. High School Library Media Center.

COOPERSTOWN BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS

PETE IORIZZO, PRESIDENT; 
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TERM ENDS: JUNE 30, 2025

MARY BETH MURDOCK;
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TERM ENDS: JUNE 30, 2027

LYNNE MEBUST; VICE PRESIDENT;
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TERM ENDS: JUNE 30, 2026

KEITH PARR;
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TERM ENDS: JUNE 30, 2027

CHRISTOPHER FRANCK;
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TERM ENDS: JUNE 30, 2026

Dr. WILLIAM STRECK;
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TERM ENDS: JUNE 30, 2027

CODY MOORE;
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TERM ENDS: JUNE 30, 2025

2024-2025 MEETING DATES

All meetings are open to the public and are held in the Cooperstown Jr./Sr. High School Library Media Center at 6:00 PM unless otherwise indicated.

  • March 19

  • April 23

  • May 7 Budget Hearing Only

  • May 20 Budget Vote & School Board Election 11 AM - 8 PM

  • May 21

  • June 18