- Shoreline Public Schools
- Board Operating Principles
Board Operating Principles
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- I will keep student needs, interests, safety, and success at the center of my decision-making - paying particular attention to eliminating systemic inequities that persist for historically under-served populations.
- I will strive for a positive working relationship with all members of the Board.
- I will listen with an open mind and demonstrate flexibility and creativity in seeking solutions.
- I will support and encourage open expression of cultures, ideas, identities, thoughts, and comments.
- I will look for and recognize the positive contributions of each Board member, and will extend grace for occasional errors or mistakes, turning mistakes into opportunities for growth.
- I will attend all Board meetings, insofar as possible, and will notify the Chair in advance of the meeting if I am unable to attend.
- I will read all Board materials in advance of meetings and be prepared to act on agenda items.
- I will practice fiscal responsibility and sound financial management to support our capacity to adequately fund programs and priorities in a sustainable manner.
- Once a Board decision has been made, I will respect the authority of the Board to make this decision and will not work to undermine it. (Every board member gets their say but not necessarily their way.)
- No surprises. I will not withhold information until a Board meeting and then surprise either my Board colleagues or the Superintendent.
- Should an item of interest or concern come up during the meeting, I agree to ask the Board Chair to place it on a future meeting or study session agenda.
- I will avoid any conflict of interest or the appearance of impropriety which could result from my position as a Board member.
- I will participate in an annual Board self-evaluation and review of these Operating Principles.
- I will hold myself, and my Board colleagues, accountable for upholding these Operating Principles.
Adopted by School Board as part of Resolution 2020-1 on February 10, 2020 and reaffirmed in Resolution 2021-4 on March 1, 2021
- I will keep student needs, interests, safety, and success at the center of my decision-making - paying particular attention to eliminating systemic inequities that persist for historically under-served populations.
