Standards Program

Board/Staff/Community Relations

A.The board of education and individual board members maintain an appropriate and professional relationship with the superintendent, staff, and community.

B.The board of education recognizes and protects the concept of chain of command.

C.The board of education works with the superintendent to provide and follow a process, when it is appropriate, that encourages and seeks the input of staff at all levels of decision-making on significant issues.

D.The board of education periodically receives input from citizens on matters relating to the school district.

E.The board of education working with the superintendent seeks advice and communicates with the community by:

1. Providing leadership, policies, and training to school councils.

2. Forming collaborative agreements with local and state agencies.

3. Participating in community groups, community forums, and engaging the media.