School Board Director

Carlisle Area School District•Carlisle, PA

About The Position

As required by the Pennsylvania School Code, public school districts are governed by a School Board that is comprised of directors/trustees who serve terms. In compliance with state and federal laws, school boards establish policies and regulations by which their schools are governed. Applicants for the vacant seat on the Carlisle Area School District School Board of Directors should submit their resume and cover letter, to Mrs. Bussard, School Board President at [email protected] . According to the Pennsylvania School Board’s Association: Principles for Governance and Leadership Pennsylvania school boards are committed to providing every student the opportunity to grow and achieve. Actions, as elected and appointed board members, ultimately have both short and long-term impact in the classroom. Therefore, school board members pledge that they will… Lead Responsibly Prepare for, attend, and actively participate in board meetings Work together with civility and cooperation, respecting that individuals hold differing opinions and ideas Participate in professional development, training, and board retreats Collaborate with the Superintendent, acknowledging their role as the 10th member of the board and commissioned officer of the Commonwealth Act Ethically Never use the position for improper benefit to self or others Avoid actual or perceived conflicts of interest Recognize school directors do not possess any authority outside of the collective board Accept that when a board has made a decision, it is time to move forward collectively and constructively Plan Thoughtfully Implement a collaborative strategic planning process Set annual goals that are aligned with comprehensive plans, recognizing the need to adapt as situations change Develop a comprehensive financial plan and master facilities plan that anticipates short and long-term needs Allocate resources to effectively impact student success Evaluate Continuously Make data-informed decisions Evaluate the superintendent annually Conduct a board self-assessment on a recurring basis Focus on student growth and achievement Review effectiveness of all comprehensive and strategic plans Communicate Clearly Promote open, honest, and respectful dialogue among the board, staff, and community Acknowledge and listen to varied input from all stakeholders Promote transparency while protecting necessary confidential matters Set expectations and guidelines for individual board member communication Advocate Earnestly Promote public education as a keystone of our Commonwealth Engage the community by seeking input, building support networks, and generating action Champion public education by engaging local, state, and federal officials Govern Effectively Establish and adhere to rules and procedures for board operations Develop, adopt, revise, and review policy routinely Align board decisions to policy ensuring compliance with the PA School Code and other local, state, and federal laws Remain focused on the role of governance, effectively delegating management tasks to the administration The Carlisle Area School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. No person shall on the grounds of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability or any other status protected by law be excluded from participation in or be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity funded in whole or in part by federal funds. Discrimination on the basis of sex or religion is also prohibited in some federal programs. For information regarding civil rights or grievances procedures, services, activities and facilities that are assessable to and usable by handicapped persons, contact: Mr. Michael R. Gogoj Title IX Coordinator 540 West North Street Carlisle, PA 17013 717-240-6800 Lisa Slover Section 504 Coordinator Director of Student Services Office Address – 623 West Penn Street Carlisle, PA 17013 717-240-6800 ext. 17815 [email protected]

Requirements

Resume and cover letter submission to Mrs. Bussard, School Board President at [email protected]

Responsibilities

Prepare for, attend, and actively participate in board meetings
Work together with civility and cooperation, respecting that individuals hold differing opinions and ideas
Participate in professional development, training, and board retreats
Collaborate with the Superintendent, acknowledging their role as the 10th member of the board and commissioned officer of the Commonwealth
Never use the position for improper benefit to self or others
Avoid actual or perceived conflicts of interest
Accept that when a board has made a decision, it is time to move forward collectively and constructively
Implement a collaborative strategic planning process
Set annual goals that are aligned with comprehensive plans, recognizing the need to adapt as situations change
Develop a comprehensive financial plan and master facilities plan that anticipates short and long-term needs
Allocate resources to effectively impact student success
Make data-informed decisions
Evaluate the superintendent annually
Conduct a board self-assessment on a recurring basis
Focus on student growth and achievement
Review effectiveness of all comprehensive and strategic plans
Promote open, honest, and respectful dialogue among the board, staff, and community
Acknowledge and listen to varied input from all stakeholders
Promote transparency while protecting necessary confidential matters
Set expectations and guidelines for individual board member communication
Promote public education as a keystone of our Commonwealth
Engage the community by seeking input, building support networks, and generating action
Champion public education by engaging local, state, and federal officials
Establish and adhere to rules and procedures for board operations
Develop, adopt, revise, and review policy routinely
Align board decisions to policy ensuring compliance with the PA School Code and other local, state, and federal laws
Remain focused on the role of governance, effectively delegating management tasks to the administration