Board Standards 1. In California s public education system, a trustee is a person elected or appointed to serve on a school district or county board of education.
Individual trustees bring unique skills, values and beliefs to the board.
In order to govern effectively, individual trustees must work with each other and the superintendent to ensure that a high quality education is provided to each student. Keeps learning and achievement for all students as the primary focus. Values, supports and advocates for public education. Recognizes and respects differences of perspective and style on the board and among staff, students, parents and the community. Acts with dignity, and understands the implications of demeanor and behavior.