Policy
It is the
intent of the board to outline direction and goals for the successful
consistent and efficient operation of the Montpelier schools through the
adoption of policies.
Background
Policy development
is the board's most important responsibility and is specified in 16
V.S.A.§563(1). Policies of the district will be in compliance with Vermont law
and federal statutes as well as state and federal regulations. These policies
will also reflect and be consistent with educational objectives, procedures,
and practices that are generally accepted in the public education field.
Definitions
Policies describe the direction the board, with input from its
community, has outlined for the school district. They provide a guide for
action by the administration. Policies should serve, also, to inform and guide
all people interested in or connected with the school district.
Policies chart a course of action. They outline what is
wanted; they may include why and how much and should always indicate the person
responsible for implementing the policy. Policies should be broad enough to
indicate a course of action for the administration to follow in meeting most
situations; narrow enough to give clear guidance.
Procedures (also referred to as rules or regulations)
are the specific directions that indicate exactly how school personnel and
others will carry out the policies adopted by the school board. Procedures
should be developed by school administrators and may be reviewed by the board.
They may change more frequently that the underlying policy and do not require
adoption by the board.
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Date
Warned: |
August
12, 2003 |
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Date
Adopted: |
August
20, 2003 |
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Legal
Reference(s): |
16
V.S.A. §563 (1) (Powers of school boards) |
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Cross
Reference: |
Policy
Development and Adoption (A02) |
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Policy
Dissemination, Administration and Review (A03) |