In others, school boards send their adopted budgets to their local governing bodies who have final authority. Long-range planning and goal setting for educational programs of the district. Approving curriculum in accordance with state law and state department of education regulations and local goals. Representing the public as the employer of school personnel in any collective bargaining process. School board structure and meetings School boards vary greatly in size and kind.
Some families are even in one school district for elementary school and another for high school.
How to get an item on the school board's agenda for discussion. How to address the school board and voice your PTA's position on issues. Which decisions the school board has the authority to make, and which are made by a school-based management council or other school and parent committee. 10 questions to ask about your school board These questions will help you learn more about your school board. For answers, call or see your school board president.