4.1 Board leads in celebrating the achievements of students and accomplishments of others who contribute to education.

Indicators
» Board establishes policy to ensure individuals and groups are recognized for accomplishments.

» Board recognizes students and others for accomplishments as part of their regularly scheduled meeting activities.

» Board members attend and/or participate in recognition ceremonies when appropriate.

4.2 Board advocates for children and families and establishes strong relationships with parents and other mentors to help support students.

Indicators
» Board adopts policy to encourage parent involvement.

» Board promotes “asset” framework with school staff, community, and students.

4.3 Board establishes partnerships with individuals, groups, and organizations to promote educational opportunities for all students.

Indicators
» Board initiates opportunities to involve educational stakeholders in meaningful activities that meet student needs.

» Board identifies community resources that can help provide both basic academic and enrichment activities that will extend learning opportunities for students.

4.4 Board promotes school board service as a meaningful way to make long term contributions to the local community and society.

Indicators
» Board provides information to school staff and public about school board service to promote understanding and increase interest.

» Board actively informs community regarding role and purpose of school boards.

» Board involves interested community members to participate in groups and activities.

4.5 The board is proactive in identifying and addressing issues that affect the education of students.

Indicators
» Board members influence all recommendations brought before them against the “IS IT GOOD FOR KIDS” criteria.

» Board members weigh actions of individuals and groups that have the potential to impact the school system and act in the best interest of students.

» Board takes leadership role in representing student educational interests to other organizations, agencies, local and state government.


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