Geneva CUSD 304 will have four seats on the Board of Education that will be filled at the Consolidated General Election on April 1, 2025. As of August 20, candidates may begin circulating nominating petitions.
The Office of the Kane County Clerk supervises the school board elections, and the website contains specific details about the election process in Kane County. The Illinois School Boards Association also offers support documents and information.
The filing dates are Tuesday, November 12 through Monday, November 18, 2024. A school board candidate’s nominating petition must be filed with the Kane County Clerk’s Office (719 Batavia Ave., Building B, Geneva, IL 60134) during this time. Nominating papers may be filed by the candidate in person, by mail, or by an agent. Candidates’ names will appear on the election ballot in the order in which their nominating papers are received, subject to the rules that apply to simultaneous filings and the ballot placement lottery.
The 2025 State of Illinois Candidate’s Guide on the Illinois State Board of Elections website contains additional information about the process and the Kane County Clerk’s Office has further information. Candidates are strongly encouraged to review these documents and consult with legal counsel if they have any questions regarding procedures and documentation. Geneva CUSD 304 and the Kane County Clerk’s Office are not permitted to give legal advice. Please refer to the list of important dates for the election of Board of Education candidates.
Questions about the filing process can be directed to the Kane County Clerk.