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Policy 201 - School Board Powers and Duties

I. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to set forth the expected responsibilities of the School Board.

II. General Statement of Policy

The School Board is a representative body elected by the citizens of the district to provide for and oversee the operation of the public schools as mandated by Minnesota state law. It intends to exercise this authority in a manner responsive to the best interest of the community in general and the district students in particular.

In carrying out this function, the School Board recognizes the following general responsibilities as paramount:

  1. Employing, working with and evaluating a Superintendent of Schools;
  2. Formulating and interpreting policies;
  3. Delegating administrative responsibilities;
  4. Making decisions on educational and fiscal matters; and
  5. Making appraisals of the educational and administrative processes.

Adoption and Amendment History

Adopted: September 9, 1985
Amended: November 8, 2004
Amended: January 14, 2008
Amended: May 8, 2017
Last Reviewed: May 8, 2017