Attributes of an
Effective Board Member

• Values public education
• Lifelong learner
• Effective Communicator 
• Demonstrates genuine concern for all students
• Possesses effective communication and collaboration skills
• Embraces community input 

Board Responsibilities

• Hire and evaluate the Superintendent of schools
• Make key decisions, including on personnel, purchases, and facilities projects
• Propose an annual budget to voters
• Create policies that guide all aspects of district operations 
• Seek to influence state and federal education policy