Commend the staff continually. Refrain from inappropriate discussion of school board business at any non-business functions or gatherings. Matters pertaining to personnel and other matters of sensitive nature should not be shared outside of meetings. Place a high priority on attending as many school functions as possible. Be a member in good standing of a local church or fellowship.
Membership is to be defined by the church in question.
Refrain from reprimanding a teacher directly. Even when dealing with his own child's teacher, board members must seek first to speak the truth in a kind way so as to avoid intimidation. Always call board meeting with the knowledge of the administration. School Boards need written policies and you need to know them. You must know the role of the board and leave the administration of the school to the administrator.