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ROLE OF BOARD
AND MEMBERS (POWERS, PURPOSES, DUTIES)
Powers and Duties
The School Board's
primary goal is to provide each student with an education of the
highest quality in keeping with his/her capacity to learn. This
goal shall be the basic factor motivating the Board's execution
of its powers and duties.
(cf. 0200
- Goals for the School District)
The Board is responsible
for the general control and direction of education in the district
and is empowered to carry on and finance any program or activity
that is not in conflict with, inconsistent with, or preempted by
law. This broad authority shall be exercised in accordance with
the State and Federal Constitutions, laws and regulations. The Board
may execute any powers delegated by law to it or to the district
which it governs, and shall discharge any duty imposed by law upon
it or upon the district which it governs.
(cf. 0440 ‑
Advisory School Boards)
(cf. 9200 ‑
Board Members)
Governance Functions
The Board shall
consider and approve or disapprove matters submitted to it by the
Superintendent and the public and is committed to establishing policies
to govern district activities. The Board shall prescribe bylaws
for its own governance with law or with the rules prescribed by
the State Board of Education.
(cf. 9300
‑ Governance)
Executive Functions
The Superintendent
or designee shall serve as the chief executive officer of the Board.
The Board delegates to the Superintendent or designee the authority
to carry out Board decisions and to make and carry out any decisions
which it delegates. The Superintendent or designee shall be fully
responsible for the proper use of this authority. The Board retains
ultimate responsibility for the performance of any powers or duties
delegated.
(cf.
2210 ‑ Administrative Leeway in Absence of Policy)
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ROLE OF BOARD
AND MEMBERS (POWERS, PURPOSES, DUTIES)
(continued)
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Judicial Functions
The Board believes
that positive personnel and public relations rely upon the ability
to hear and resolve grievances, complaints and criticisms. The Board,
convened, shall serve as a body of appeal for grievances, complaints
and criticisms in accordance with Board policies and negotiated
employee agreements.
(cf. 1312 - Complaints
Concerning the Schools)
(cf. 4144 ‑
Grievances/Complaints)
Legal References:
ALASKA STATUTES
14.08.021 Authority (regional
school boards)
14.08.041 Regional school boards
14.08.101 Powers (regional school
boards)
14.08.111 Duties (regional school
boards)
14.14.060 Relationship between
borough school district and borough
14.14.065 Relationship between
city school district and city
14.14.130 Chief school administrator
29.35.160 Education (military
reservations)
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BB 9010 |
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PUBLIC STATEMENTS
Before voting
on any issue, all Board members shall be encouraged to present whatever
evidence they may feel important to the matter at hand. The Board
shall fully consider the implications and relevancy of all information
so presented. All opinions, reactions and positions shall be openly
discussed, so that each member may understand all aspects of the
issue before the Board makes its decision. Any Board member who
may wish to criticize or oppose any specific Board action should
do so during the Board meeting.
Once a Board decision
has been reached, all Board members shall abide by that decision
until it is amended or rescinded by subsequent Board action. When
Board members express their opinions outside of the Board meeting,
it is their responsibility to respect the democratic nature of Board
decision‑making and always identify personal viewpoints as
such.
Public statements
in the name of the School Board shall be issued by the Board President
or, if appropriate, by the Superintendent or designee at the direction
of the Board President.
(cf. 9011
‑ Disclosure of Confidential Information)
(cf. 9012
– Communication To and From the Board)
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| Bylaws of the Board |
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DISCLOSURE OF
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Confidential information
which is produced for or which comes out during executive sessions
of the Board shall not be divulged or released unless a majority
of the Board agree to release the information, subject to applicable
laws regarding executive sessions and confidential records. This
bylaw is not intended to cause the withholding of information about
the purpose of executive sessions of the Board.
(cf. 1340
‑ Access to District Records)
(cf. 4112.6/4212.6/4312.6
‑ Personnel Records)
(cf. 5125
‑ Student Records)
Information from
executive session shall be released by the President or chairman
of the meeting in which the executive session is held.
Any Board member
who releases confidential information contrary to the provisions
of this bylaw may be publicly censured by a majority vote of the
Board.
(cf. 4119.23
‑ Unauthorized Release of Confidential Information)
(cf. 9321
‑ Executive Sessions)
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BOARD MEMBER USE
OF ELECTRONIC MAIL
E-mail to, by,
and between Board members, in their capacity as Board members, shall
not be used to conduct Board business. It shall be limited to:
1. Disseminating
information; and
2. Messages
not involving deliberation, debate, or decision making.
It may contain:
1. Agenda
item suggestions;
2. Reminders
regarding meeting times, dates, and places;
3. Board
meeting agenda or public record information concerning agenda items;
or
4. Responses
to questions proposed by the community, administrators, or school
staff.
A
Board member sending an e-mail concerning the District may copy
the Superintendent or designee, who shall store the message consistent
with the district’s practice of record retention. There is no expectation of
privacy for any message sent or received by e-mail.
(cf. 3523 – E-Mail)
(cf. 9010 – Public Statements)
(cf. 9320 – Meetings)
(cf. 9322 – Agenda/Meeting Materials)
Legal References:
ALASKA STATUTES
40.25.110 - .220 – Alaska’s Public Records Act
40.62.310 -.312 – Alaska’s Open Meetings Act
Added 9/01
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BOARD STANDARDS
The Board believes
it should hold itself to high standards of performance, accountability,
and conduct in order to meet the public trust that has been bestowed
by the public election of each member.
Therefore, the
Board has adopted the Board Standards established by the Association
of Alaska School Boards, which provide a framework for effective
school governance and keep the Board’s focus on student achievement.
Regular efforts
will be made to orient new Board members to the board standards,
provide on-going board development opportunities to assist all Board
members in meeting those standards, and assess board performance
to measure the Board’s effectiveness in meeting them.
(cf.
9000 – Role of Board and Members)
(cf.
9230 – Orientation)
(cf.
9240 – Board Development)
(cf.
9400 – Board Self-Evaluation)
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E 9020(a) |
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BOARD STANDARDS
The Board Standards
developed by the Association of Alaska School Boards and listed
below have been adopted by the Unalaska School Board as a standard
of performance this School Board will constantly strive to meet.
Vision
The Board Creates
A Shared Vision To Enhance Student Achievement
1.1 Board develops
a dynamic shared vision for education that reflects student needs
and community priorities.
1.2 Board keeps
the district and community focused on educating students.
1.3 Board demonstrates
its strong commitment to vision by using the shared vision to guide
decision-making.
Structure
The Board Provides
A Structure That Supports The Vision
2.1 Board establishes
a management system that results in effective decision-making processes
and enables all the people to help the district achieve its vision
and make the best use of its resources.
2.2 Board ensures
that long and short-term plans are developed and annually revised
through a process involving extensive participation, information
gathering, research, and reflection.
2.3 Board sets
high instructional standards based on the best available information
about the knowledge and skills students will need in the future.
2.4 Board acts
to ensure vision and structure comply with legal requirements.
2.5 Board encourages
and supports innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and the
continuous renewal of education.
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Accountability
The Board Measures
District Performance Toward Accomplishing the Vision and Reports
the Results to the Public
3.1 Board receives
regular reports on student progress and needs based on a variety
of assessments to evaluate the quality and equity of the educational
program.
3.2 Board evaluates
the Superintendent and Board performance annually and reports the
results to the public.
3.3 Board ensures
long and short-term plans are evaluated and revised with the needs
of students in mind.
3.4 Board uses
an understandable format to periodically report district performance
to the public.
Advocacy
The Board Champions
the Vision
4.1 Board leads
in celebrating the achievements of students and accomplishments
of others who contribute to education.
4.2 Board advocates
for children and families and establishes strong relationships with
parents and other mentors to help support children.
4.3 Board establishes
partnerships with individuals, groups, and organizations to promote
educational opportunities for all students.
4.4 Board promotes
School Board service as a meaningful way to make long-term contributions
to the local community and society.
4.5 Board is
proactive in identifying and addressing issues that affect the education
of students.
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E 9020(c) |
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Conduct &
Ethics
The Board And
Its Individual Members Conduct District Business In A Fair, Respectful,
And Responsible Manner
5.1 Board and
its individual members act in a manner that reflects service to
the community on behalf of students.
5.2 Board demonstrates
a commitment to continually improving teamwork, problem solving,
and decision-making skills through a conscious program of Board
development.
5.3 Expenditures
for Board activities are clearly identified in the budget, related
to the district vision, and open to public scrutiny.
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BOARD MEMBERSHIP
Regular Members
The School Board
shall consist of 5 members elected or appointed in accordance with
law.
(cf. 9220
‑ Board Elections)
(cf. 9223
‑ Board Vacancies)
Student Board
Members
The Board believes
it is important to seek out and consider students' ideas, viewpoints
and reactions to the educational program. In order to provide student
input and involvement, the Board shall appoint student Board members
as deemed necessary.
Student Board
members shall have the right to attend public meetings of the Board,
be recognized at meetings, participate in questioning witnesses
and discussing issues and shall receive all materials presented
to Board members except those related to executive sessions.
Student Board
members may cast preferential votes on all matters except those
subject to executive session discussion. Preferential votes shall
not affect the outcome of a vote. Preferential votes shall be recorded
in the Board minutes.
(cf. 1220
‑ Citizen Advisory Committees)
Legal References:
ALASKA
STATUTES
14.08.041
Regional school boards
14.08.091
Administration
14.12.030
School boards
14.12.040
Transition from five to seven member Board
14.12.110
Single body as assembly and school board
14.14.070
Organization of school board
14.14.120
Inoperative district
14.14.250
‑ 14.14.310 Involvement of young people in government
29.20.300
School boards
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OFFICERS AND AUXILIARY
PERSONNEL
Within seven days
after certification of election results, the Board shall meet to
elect a President and Clerk/Treasurer.
(cf. 9121
‑ Board President)
(cf. 9122
– Clerk/Treasurer)
Legal References:
ALASKA
STATUTES
14.08.091
Administration
14.12.110
Single body as assembly and school board
14.14.070
Organization of school board
29.20.300
School boards
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OFFICERS AND AUXILIARY
PERSONNEL
Officers of the
Board of Directors shall be elected annually at the organizational
meeting following an election according to the following procedure:
1. The election
shall be the first item of business after the meeting is called
to order and roll is called.
2. The meeting
shall be called to order by the Superintendent, who shall establish
that a quorum is present and provide for the swearing in of newly
elected and reelected members. He shall then call for the election
of a President and preside until such time as a President is elected.
3. The method
of voting shall be by written ballot or show of hands, as determined
by the presiding officer except that by Board action another method
may be selected.
4. Nominations
shall be made by members of the Board.
5. A nominee
must obtain a majority vote of the entire Board to be elected as
a chairperson or a majority of those present for election to any
other office. Should an office become vacant between organizational
meetings, the Board shall follow the procedure set forth above to
select a member to fill the vacancy until the ensuing organizational meeting.
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PRESIDENT
The Board president
shall preside at all School Board meetings. He/she shall:
1. Call
the meeting to order at the appointed time.
2. Announce
the business to come before the Board in its proper order.
3. Enforce
the Board's policies relating to the order of business and the conduct
of meetings.
4. Recognize
persons who desire to speak, and protect the speaker who has the
floor from disturbance or interference.
5. Explain
what the effect of a motion would be if it is not clear to every
member.
6. Restrict
discussion to the question when a motion is before the Board.
7. Rule
on parliamentary procedure.
8. Put
motions to a vote, and state clearly the results of the vote.
9. Sign
minutes of Board meetings over which he/she presides following approval.
The President
shall have all the rights of any member of the Board, including
the right to move, second, discuss, and vote on all questions before
the Board.
The President
shall also perform other duties as directed by the Board, and state
laws, regulations and the Board, including the duty to:
1. Sign
all instruments, acts, and orders necessary to carry out state requirements
and the will of the Board.
2. Consult
with the Superintendent or designee on the preparation of the Board's
agendas.
3. Appoint
and disband all committees, subject to Board approval.
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4. Call
such meetings of the Board as he/she may deem necessary, giving
notice as prescribed by law.
5. Excuse
board member absences from regular board meetings.
6. Confer
with the Superintendent or designee on crucial matters which may
occur between Board meetings.
7. Be
responsible for the orderly conduct of all Board meetings.
8. Share
informational mail with other Board members.
When the President
resigns or is absent or disabled, the Clerk shall perform the President's
duties. When both the President and Clerk are absent or disabled,
the Board shall choose a president pro tempore to perform the President's
duties.
(cf. 9120 - Officers
and Auxiliary Personnel)
(cf. 9223 – Board
Vacancies)
(cf. 9320 ‑
Meetings)
(cf. 9322 – Agenda/Meeting
Materials)
Legal Reference:
ALASKA
STATUTES
14.14.070
Organization of school board
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CLERK/TREASURER
The duties of
the Clerk/Treasurer shall be to:
1. Certify
or attest to actions taken by the Board when required.
2. Maintain
such other, records or reports as required by law.
3. Sign
documents as directed by the Board on behalf of the district, and
sign all other items which require the signature of the Clerk.
4. Serve
as presiding officer in the absence of the President.
5. Perform
any other duties assigned by the Board.
6. Ensure
preparation of the Board minutes.
7. Ensure
maintenance of Board records and documents.
(cf. 9120 ‑ Officers and
Auxiliary Personnel.
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