VSBA POLICY UPDATE-February 2013
WHAT THE UPDATE CONTAINS . . .
The most recent revisions to the VSBA Policy Manual are posted on the VSBA website (vsba.org.) The revisions are provided in both final and strike-through format. The strike-through format shows each change made to the policies (the changes are designated by underlining new language and striking through deleted language). The revisions are based on changes in law and regulations. In addition, a few policies are revised for editorial reasons or to correct technical errors. All of the revisions have been reviewed for legality.
This document is also posted with the new and /or revised policies.
HOW TO USE THE UPDATE . . .
Some revisions reflect efforts to bring VSBA policies into compliance with new and existing laws and regulations. Other revisions reflect generalized updates of policy language. A brief explanation is given for each revision later in this document. Each revision should be examined and then the School Board should decide whether to adopt the revised policies. Some policies require local input before adoption. Be sure to add information where indicated.
The VSBA copyright and the date the policies are revised appear on all VSBA policies. If VSBA policies are changed or amended in any way, the copyright reference should be deleted from the policy. VSBA policies adopted verbatim should retain the VSBA copyright symbol.
Please contact the Policy Services Department at VSBA if you have any questions,
(434) 295-8722.
Explanation of Revisions – February 2013 Policy Update
Policy CodeRevision
AASchool Division Legal Status
Policy, Legal References and Cross References updated.
BBSchool Board Legal Status
Policy, Legal References and Cross References updated.
BBAABoard Member Authority
Policy updated. Cross References added.
BCASchool Board Organizational Meeting
Policy updated. Cross Reference added.
BCBSchool Board Officers
Policy Updated. Cross Reference added.
BCESchool Board Committees
Policy and Legal References updated.
BDCClosed Meetings
Policy and Legal References updated.
Cross References added.
BDCACalling and Certification of Closed Meetings
Policy updated to avoid duplication of information in Policy BDC Closed Meetings and BDDA Notification of School Board Meetings.
BDDANotification of School Board Meetings
Policy updated and now includes text formerly in BDCA Calling and Certification of Closed Meeting.
Legal References and Cross References added.
CBDSuperintendent’s Contract, Compensation and Benefits
Policy name, contents, and Legal References updated.
Cross Reference added.
CFSchool Building Administration
Policy updated to reflect Virginia Board of Education Guidelines for Uniform Performance Standards and Evaluation Criteria for Principals (adopted February 23, 2012 to become effective on July 1, 2013).
Legal Reference and Cross References added.
EEABSchool Bus Scheduling and Routing
Policy updated to reflect 8 VAC 20-70-150 and 8 VAC 20-70-160.
Legal References updated.
EEACSchool Bus Safety Program
Policy updated to reflect 8 VAC 20-70-140.
IAInstructional Goals and Objectives
Policy, Cross References and Legal Reference updated.
IEMoment of Silence
Policy and Legal References updated.
IFCurriculum Development and Adoption
Policy updated to reflect reduced local role in curriculum development.
Legal References updated.
IFECurriculum Guides and Course Outlines
Policy deleted. Deletion reflects reduced local role in curriculum development.
IKGRemediation Recovery Program
Policy updated to reflect Legal References. Legal References updated. Cross References added.
Please note: This Policy requires regulations.
IKHRetaking SOL Assessments
Policy updated to reflect Legal References.
Legal References updated.
Cross References added.
IIBDSchool Libraries/Media Centers
Policy updated to reflect the content of the Legal Reference.
IICB/IICCCommunity Resource Persons/School Volunteers
Policy, Legal References and Cross References updated.
IGBCParental Involvement
Policy updated to reflect Legal Reference.
IKFStandards of Learning Tests and Graduation Requirements
Policy updated to reflect regulations of Virginia Board of Education.
JECAAdmission of Homeless Children
Policy and Legal Reference updated. Cross Reference added.
JFBStudent Involvement in Decision Making
Title changed for consistency with title in indices. Cross References added.
JFCATeacher Removal of Students from Class
Policy updated to reflect Legal Reference. Legal Reference and Cross References added.
JFCBSportsmanship, Ethics and Integrity
Legal References updated. Cross References added.
JFCISubstance Abuse-Student Assistance Program
Policy updated. Cross References added.
JGD/JGE-RStudent Suspension/Expulsion
Options 1 and 2Form updated.
JHCBStudent Immunizations
Policy updated to correct typographical error.
JHCFStudent Wellness
Policy updated to reflect enactment of 42 USC § 1758b.
Legal References and Cross Reference updated.
JNStudent Fees, Fines and Charges
Policy updated to reflect new Virginia Board of Education regulation, 8 VAC 20-720-80, which became effective December 19, 2012.
KHPublic Gifts to the Schools
Policy updated. Cross References added.