The Allentown School board sets the policies and engages in planning within the guidelines of the Pennsylvania School Code. The board is required to engage in long-range planning by regulations of the State Board of Education. Appropriate reports of the results of such planning are filed with the Department of Education. Long-range planning activities include enrollment projections, staffing needs, building usage and budget requirements. Policies governing the operation of Allentown schools are formed in response to local needs and desires.
Policy means actions of the board that set written goals and objectives for the school.
Evaluating Results - The board's third responsibility is to evaluate the results of planning. Evaluation occurs continually both formally and informally. Some Required Duties Adopt courses of study in consultation with the superintendent. Specify time and place for board meetings. Establish the length of the school term.