Board Policies & Procedures

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What is the difference between a board policy and procedure? 

 A Board Policy is the responsibility of the School Board.
  • Provides guidelines to chart a course of action.
  • Tells what is wanted - and may include why and how much.
  • Allows discretionary action by the administration in meeting day-to-day problems.
  • Is specific enough to give clear guidance.
  • Can only be modified through formal analysis, review, and adoption by the School Board. 
A Board Procedure is the responsibility of the superintendent.
  • The superintendent can change procedures as the need arises. 
  • Establishes the mechanics for implementing policy.
  • Lists the steps to be followed.
  • Contains important details, the do's and don'ts.
  • It is not adopted by the Board, but is assigned to the superintendent to create and manage.

 

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