Elections
Your Board of Trustees, comprised of seven local citizens, provides an important public service to the Fredericksburg ISD community and serves without compensation. In accordance with the Texas Elections Code, Fredericksburg ISD calls Board elections on the first Saturday in May of each year. Board elections are held at various locations across the District and Gillespie County. Vacancies occurring after the election are filled by appointment until the next election is conducted.
Specific information on upcoming elections, including the election calendar and filing deadlines, will be posted on this page as it becomes available. General information and statutory requirements regarding elections are available in Board policy: BBA (Legal) and BBB (Legal) (Local).
May 3, 2025 Election
For the May 2025 Board Election, the first day to file for a place on the ballot is January 15, 2025. The last day to file for a place on the ballot is February 14, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
- Eligibility for Candidacy
- First Steps for Candidates
- FISD Election Packet for Candidates
- Campaign Finance Reports
- Additional Information and Resources
Eligibility for Candidacy
First Steps for Candidates
FISD Election Packet for Candidates
Campaign Finance Reports
Additional Information and Resources
Timeline for Elections
First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail: Monday, January 1, 2025
First Day to File for a Place on the General Ballot: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Last Day to File for a Place on the General Ballot: Friday, February 14, 2025 (by 5 p.m.)
Last Day to Order a General Election: Friday, February 14, 2025
Last Day to Register to Vote: Thursday, April 3, 2025
First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, Not Postmarked): Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Last Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail: Saturday, May 3, 2025 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Monday, May 5, 2025 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)
Election Day: Saturday, May 3, 2025