Approve the District's budget. Express and represent the views of the community in matters affecting education. Interpret the educational programs and needs of the community in order to discharge these responsibilities. Call on the consultative resources available in the community and the professional staff of the District. Communicate with the community.
Board members receive no salary for their services to the community.
The Superintendent of Schools is appointed by the Board and acts as its executive officer in administering its policies in the operation of schools. He also acts as an advisor in keeping the Board informed of the needs and progress of the schools. The Superintendent is available to the Board as a professional resource, and his recommendations normally precede board action on questions relating to recruitment and supervision of professional staff, selection of textbooks and instructional material, and development of curriculum. Written comments will be accepted in lieu of, or in addition to, an oral presentation. Open Meetings School boards must hold open meetings in order to comply with the Open Meetings Act.