school board

noun

: a board in charge of local public schools

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The school board said an independent investigation is being conducted. Ashley Paul, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026 Across the state, school board members also have pushed for more investments in special education. Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2026 The school board, professional staff and about 80 family members watched short band, orchestra and choir performances provided by the host school. Connye Griffin, Kansas City Star, 7 Jan. 2026 The school board would need to approve the changes at an upcoming meeting. Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for school board

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of school board was in 1836

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“School board.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/school%20board. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.

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school board

noun
: a board in charge of local public schools
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