Policy: BG
School Board Policy Process
The School Board is committed to developing and maintaining
clear up-to-date policies that articulate in writing the philosophies
and governance of the schools.
Changes to policy shall come before the Board at least twice--once
for a discussion and proposed action, and a second time for
final revision if needed, and adoption. The delay between
first and second readings will allow Board members, the public,
and others to reflect and/or comment on policy changes. Policies
coming before the Board for discussion, adoption, or rescission
shall be posted with the meeting agenda.
The Board retains the right to adopt a policy on the first
presentation; if so, the action will be confirmed by a second
vote at the next meeting of the Board.
Whenever possible, the School Board will make efforts to notify
and consult with those who will be directly affected, and
give them an opportunity to react to proposed policy content
prior to adoption. The Board recognizes that final policy
positions may not always reflect the preferences of some staff
or community members. In such instances, the Board will make
an effort to communicate that all opinions were reviewed and
appreciated.
ADOPTED: 8 November 1990
REVISED: 13 July 1995
REVIEWED: October 1998
