Election Information

(*will be updated when information becomes available)

Members are elected for a 3-year term unless otherwise noted.

The following seats are up for election in April 2026:

• Two (2) 3-year terms

• One (1) 2-year term

• One (1) 1-year term

**NOTICE OF INCUMBENT NONCANDIDACY FOR 2026**  (if and when)
February 17, 2026 - Spring Primary (if needed)
April 7, 2026 - Spring Election

2026 Guide for Candidates 
2026 Candidates Check List (ELIS-5) 

To file to be a School Board Candidate, you must complete
CF-1 & CF-1L - Campaign Finance Registration Statement
EL-162sd - Declaration for Candidacy - School Board Candidates

EL-163 - Notification of Non-Candidacy (for current School Board Members)
Nomination Papers are NOT needed.

Key information needed when filling out CF-1L, EL-162sd:
1.  Is this an amendment?  No, if this is the first time you are filling out the form for a West Salem Board Member.  Yes, if you have previously filled this form out for a West Salem School Board Member.
2.  Office Sought - School District of West Salem Board Member
3.  Primary date - February 17, 2026
4.  Election date - April 7, 2026
5.  For more information, you may also visit the state election's website at http://elections.wi.gov/
6.  September 13, 2019 Wisconsin Elections Commissions letter
7.  Campaign Finance Checklist (ETIS-8) (Wisconsin Ethics Commission)
8.  Sign Ordinance, La Crosse County

All documents must be filed with the School District of West Salem's office at 405 East Hamlin Street, West Salem, WI.  Office hours are 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  Please note during the holidays, the hours may vary.