| Atlanta Board of Education | |
| Leader1: | Erika Mitchell |
| Leader1 Type: | Chair |
| Leader2: | Jennifer McDonald |
| Leader2 Type: | Vice-Chair |
| Seats: | 9 seats: 6 district seats 3 at-large seats |
| Term Length: | four-year term Chair and Vice-Chair elected by board every two years |
| Salary: | $22,500 |
| Last Election3: | Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 |
| Next Election3: | 2025 |
The Atlanta Board of Education is the governing body of Atlanta Public Schools. The board has nine members: six are elected by geographical districts and three are elected citywide. All serve four-year terms.[1]
While the board establishes and approves policies that govern the school system, the day-to-day administration of the school district is the responsibility of the Superintendent, who is appointed by the board.
Board members are paid an annual salary of $22,500 ($24,500 for the Chair and $23,500 for the Vice Chair). Compensation increased to $22,500 ($24,500 for the Chair and $23,500 for the Vice Chair) on January 1, 2022.[2]