1112 – Board Member Orientation
The Board will help newly elected or appointed members to understand the policies and procedures of the Board. To facilitate this process, new members will be provided with copies of:
- NWESD 189 goals;
- NWESD 189 Board policies and administrative procedures;
- staff handbook(s);
- current NWESD 189 budget;
- financial status reports (most recent copies);
- NWESD 189 Board minutes for the past year; and
- other materials as requested.
The Superintendent shall assist each new member in the review of these materials and will review the role and function of the various administrators employed by the NWESD 189. The Superintendent shall also clarify, as per NWESD 189 policy (Policy 1620), how to (1) visit staff, (2) request information regarding operations, (3) respond to complaint concerning staff or program, and (4) handle confidential information.
Members will be encouraged to attend meetings, workshops, and conferences to increase their knowledge and competencies.
First Reading: 03/28/01
Second Reading: 04/25/01
Date Revised: 4/25/01