While the race for the one Region 1 seat on the Lackawanna Trail School Board will be contested, there are no candidates for two other openings.
Region 3 has three seats up for election, but just one candidate. Region 2 has one seat up for election, and no candidates.
The seeming lack of interest in the two seats is "not something you normally see," acknowledged district Superintendent Matthew Rakauskas.
"It is unusual, and I am sure it happens from time to time," Mr. Rakauskas said. "There is a unique process that will take place now, but the way I look at it is whoever gets appointed will be one of my nine board members."
He said he expects a significant number of write-in campaigns, though he acknowledged people - who otherwise would run - might be devoting extra hours "trying to make ends meet."
"It's a big commitment, but it's certainly worthwhile," he said. "I am confident we will get some good candidates."
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