COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD OF EDUCATION
INDEX
POLICIES
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY (100)
121Christian Life Adopted May 1994
ReviewedApril1999
ReviewedOct2003
RevisedSept2009
ReviewedOct2016
121.1Student Code of Conduct Adopted Mar 1995
RevisedJuly1995
RevisedJuly1998
ReviewedOct2003
RevisedApr2008
ReviewedOct2016
121.2Staff Code of Ethics Adopted Jun 1996
ReviewedMay1999
ReviewedOct2003
ReviewedSept2009
ReviewedOct2016
121.3Board Code of Ethics Adopted Nov 1995
ReviewedAug1996
ReviewedMay1999
ReviewedOct2003
ReviewedSept 2009
ReviewedOct2016
BOARD OF EDUCATION (200)
222Board Membership Adopted Dec 1994
ReviewedApr1998
RevisedMar2000
RevisedApr2005
ReviewedJan2010
ReviewedJan2016
ReviewedOct2016
222.1Individual Responsibilities Adopted Aug 1989
RevisedDec1994
RevisedFeb1995
ReviewedMar2000
RevisedApr2005
ReviewedJan2010
ReviewedJan2016
ReviewedOct2016
222.2Responsibilities to Members Adopted Aug 1989
RevisedDec 1994
ReviewedMar2000
RevisedApr2005
RevisedJan2010
ReviewedJan2016
ReviewedOct2016
252Communication Adopted May 1993
ReviewedMar1997
ReviewedNov2001
ReviewedNov2006
RevisedFeb2010
ReviewedOct2016
252.1Public CommentsAdoptedJun1990
RevisedMay1993
RevisedMar1997
RevisedNov1998
ReviewedNov2001
RevisedNov2005
RevisedMar2010
ReviewedOct2016
252.2Agenda Items from Non-Members Adopted May 1993
RevisedMar1997
RevisedNov2001
ReviewedNov2005
ReviewedFeb2010
ReviewedOct2016
253Insurance - Annual Review Adopted Nov 1978
ReviewedDec1994
ReviewedJan1998
ReviewedNov2006
RevisedOct2010
ReviewedOct2016
ADMINISTRATION (300)
306Religious/Alteration of Vocation Adopted Apr 1976
RevisedJan1979
ReviewedFeb1995
RevisedJan2000
ReviewedMay2005
ReviewedFeb2010
ReviewedNov2016
307Employing Ex-Priest or Ex-Religious Adopted Apr 1976
RevisedJan 1979
ReviewedFeb1995
ReviewedNov1999
ReviewedNov2003
RevisedSept 2009
ReviewedNov2016
370Chartering of Organizations Adopted Dec 1997
RevisedNov2001
RevisedNov2005
ReviewedFeb2010
ReviewedNov2016
370.1Chartering Procedures Adopted Dec 1997
ReviewedNov2001
RevisedNov2005
ReviewedFeb2010
ReviewedNov2016
STAFF PERSONNEL (400)
411Teacher Contract - NonDegree Religion Adopted Apr 1976
RevisedFeb1994
RevisedJuly1999
RevisedDec2003
RevisedMay2008
ReviewedNov2016
413Teacher Re-Contract/Summer Advancement Adopted Apr 1977
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedMay1999
ReviewedNov2003
RevisedMay 2008
ReviewedNov2016
413.1Re-Contract Procedure Adopted Apr 1977
ReviewedFeb1994
RevisedMar1996
ReviewedMay 1999
ReviewedNov2003
RevisedMay2008
ReviewedNov2016
415Staff Personnel/Contract Renewal Adopted Oct 1997
ReviewedNov2001
ReviewedNov2005
ReviewedMar2010 Reviewed Nov 2016
425Teachers/Jury Leave Adopted Jun 1979
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedSep1999
ReviewedNov2003
RevisedJan2008
ReviewedNov2016
425.1Jury Duty Procedure Adopted Jun 1979
RevisedDec1985
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedSep1999
RevisedNov2003
RevisedJan2008
ReviewedNov2016
426Family Leave Adopted Jun 1979
RevisedMar1996
ReviewedNov1999
ReviewedJun2004
RevisedOct2009
ReviewedDec2016
426.1Family Leave Procedure Adopted Jun 1979
RevisedMar1996
ReviewedNov1999
RevisedAug2004
RevisedOct2009
ReviewedDec2016
431Staff Personnel/Evaluation of Teachers Adopted Oct 1997
RevisedMar1999
RevisedOct 2008
ReviewedDec2016
431.1Evaluation Process for Teachers Adopted Oct 1997
RevisedFeb1999
DeletedOct2008
ReviewedDec2016
433Staff Personnel/Evaluation of Administrators Adopted Jun 1998
RevisedDec2009
ReviewedDec2016
434Teacher Reduction in Force Adopted Jun 1998
ReviewedOct2002
RevisedNov2008
ReviewedDec2016
434.1RIF - Procedure Adopted Jun 1998
RevisedDec2002
RevisedNov2008
ReviewedDec2016
451Teachers/Determining Experience Adopted Apr 1976
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedJan1998
ReviewedOct2002
RevisedMay2007
ReviewedNov2011
ReviewedDec2016
454Teachers-Summertime Employment Adopted Apr 1976
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedJan1998
RevisedOct2002
RevisedMay2007
ReviewedFeb2012
ReviewedDec2016
457Teachers/Outside Experience Adopted Apr 1977
RevisedFeb1994
RevisedOct1999
RevisedDec2003
RevisedMar2008
ReviewedDec2016
458Teachers/Administrators Contracts Adopted May 1977
RevisedDec1991
ReviewedJune1999
RevisedDec2003
RevisedMar2008
ReviewedMar2015
ReviewedJan2017
459Employee Contracts & Signatures
AdoptedFeb2016
ReviewedJan2017
466Staff Personnel - Family Members of Area Board Adopted May 1998
RevisedDec2002
RevisedDec2006
RevisedOct2010
ReviewedJan2017
466.1Procedure for Implementation 466 Adopted June 1998
Revised Oct1998
RevisedDec2002
ReviewedDec2006
ReviewedOct2010
ReviewedJan2017
467Staff Personnel - Family Members of Supervisors Adopted Nov 1998
RevisedDec2002
RevisedDec2006
RevisedOct2010
ReviewedJan2017
STUDENT PERSONNEL (500)
501Transfer Students Adopted Apr 1983
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedOct2004
RevisedJun2008
ReviewedJan2017
505Extra-Curricular Activities - Participation Adopted May 1997
ReviewedNov2001
RevisedMar2007
ReviewedDec2011
ReviewedJan2017
506 Extra-Curricular Activities – Academic Eligibilty
AdoptedOct 2011
ReviewedJan2017
511 Student Personnel – Health and Related Attendance – Excessive Absences
AdoptedJan2006
RevisedOct2010
ReviewedApr2015
ReviewedJan2017
512Student Health & Related Attendance Adopted Dec 1985
ReviewedOct1994
ReviewedFeb1996
ReviewedJan2001
RevisedJan2006
ReviewedNov2010
ReviewedJan2017
512.1Expectant Parents - Requirements Adopted Dec 1985
ReviewedOct1994
RevisedMay1996
ReviewedJan2001
RevisedJan2006
ReviewedNov2010
ReviewedJan2017
551Tuition and Fees Adopted Oct 1972
RevisedAug1974
RevisedNov1976
ReviewedDec1993
ReviewedJul1998
ReviewedMay2005
Revised May2010
ReviewedFeb2016
551.1Methods of Payment Adopted Jul 1976
RevisedJun1977
RevisedJul1980
RevisedDec1993
RevisedFeb1995
ReviewedJul1998
RevisedSep1998
ReviewedMay2005
RevisedMay2010
ReviewedFeb2016
551.2Payment Requirements Adopted Jul 1976
RevisedJul1977
RevisedJul1980
RevisedDec1986
ReviewedDec 1993
RevisedFeb1995
RevisedJul1995
RevisedJul1998
ReviewedMay2005
RevisedMay2010
ReviewedFeb2016
551.3Tuition Programs Adopted Mar 1977
RevisedAug1978
ReviewedDec1993
RevisedFeb1995
ReviewedJul1998
RevisedFeb2000
ReviewedMay2005
ReviewedMay2010
ReviewedFeb2016
551.4Employee Tuition Rate Adopted Feb 1995
ReviewedJul1998
RevisedMay2005
ReviewedMay 2010
ReviewedFeb2016
551.5 Unpaid MealsReviewedMay2017
551.6 Unpaid Meal Balance CollectionsReviewedMay 2017
552Issuance of Diplomas Adopted Jan 1973
RevisedJan1977
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedOct1999
RevisedNov2004
RevisedMay2009
ReviewedFeb2016
553Student Enrollment Priorities Adopted May 1977
RevisedFeb1984
ReviewedOct1994
ReviewedJan2000
ReviewedMay2005
RevisedApr2010
ReviewedFeb2016
553.1Priorities-Effective Date Adopted Dec 1984
RevisedOct1994
ReviewedJan2000
ReviewedMay2005
ReviewedApr2010
ReviewedFeb2016
553.2Order of Priority Adopted Feb 1984
RevisedApr1990
RevisedOct1994
RevisedFeb2001
ReviewedMay2005
RevisedApr2010
ReviewedFeb2016
ReviewedJan2017
554Elementary Enrollment - Requirements Adopted Jan 1981
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedNov1999
ReviewedNov2004
RevisedAug2009
ReviewedFeb2016
ReviewedJan2017
555Promotion Adopted Jan 1981
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedNov2004
ReviewedOct2009
ReviewedMay2016
ReviewedJan2017
556Enrollment - Special Needs Adopted Jan 1981
RevisedJan1985
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedNov2004
ReviewedSept 2009
ReviewedMay2016
557Enrollment - Consent for Testing Adopted Jan 1985
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedNov2004
RevisedOct2009
ReviewedMay2016
557.1Consent Procedure Adopted Jan 1985
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedNov2004
ReviewedOct2009
ReviewedMay2016
558Graduation Requirements Adopted Nov 1977
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedDec2004
RevisedOct2009
ReviewedMay2016
558.1Graduation - Credits Adopted Nov 1977
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedJan2001
ReviewedDec2004
ReviewedOct2009
ReviewedMay2016
RevisedApril2017
558.2Early Graduation - Requirements Adopted Nov 1977
ReviewedFeb1994
RevisedDec1999
ReviewedDec2004
ReviewedNov2009
ReviewedMay2016
558.3Early Graduation - Activities Adopted Nov 1977
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedDec2004
ReviewedNov2009
ReviewedMay2016
RevisedApril 2017
558.4Early Graduation - Tuition Adopted Nov 1977
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedDec2004
ReviewedNov2009
ReviewedMay2016
558.5Special Education Requirements Adopted Apr 1983
ReviewedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedDec2004
ReviewedNov2009
ReviewedMay2016
558.6Transfer Students - Requirements Adopted Apr 1983
RevisedFeb1994
ReviewedDec1999
ReviewedDec2004
ReviewedNov2009
ReviewedMay2016
559Due Process - Suspension/Expulsion Adopted May 1978
ReviewedJun1994
ReviewedMar1999
ReviewedJan2005
RevisedMar2010
ReviewedMay2016
559.1Rules - Notification Adopted May 1978
ReviewedJun1994
ReviewedMar1999
RevisedJan2005
RevisedMar2010
ReviewedMay2016
559.2Exclusive Causes Adopted May 1978
ReviewedJun1994
Revised Mar1999
RevisedJan2005
RevisedMar2010
ReviewedMay2016
559.3Suspension - Procedure Adopted May 1978
ReviewedJun1994
RevisedMar1995
RevisedMar1999
RevisedJan2005
RevisedMar2010
ReviewedMay2016
RevisedApril 2017
559.4Expulsion - Procedure Adopted May 1978
ReviewedJun1994
ReviewedMar1999
RevisedJan2005
RevisedMar2010
ReviewedMay2016
560Enrollment - Married/Cohabitive State Adopted Dec 1985
ReviewedOct1994
ReviewedSep1999
ReviewedJan2005
RevisedFeb2010
ReviewedJune2015
ReviewedMar2017
561Inclement (winter-like) Weather Adopted Sep 1998
RevisedFeb2002
RevisedMar2007
ReviewedFeb2012
RevisedMar2017
562Enrollment – Residential Requirements
AdoptedMar2009
ReviewedJune2015
ReviewedMar2017
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS (600)
670Extra-Curricular Activities
AdoptedFeb2002
RevisedDec 2009
ReviewedJune2015
ReviewedMar2017
670.1 Activities during Sunday Liturgies
AdoptedFeb2002
ReviewedDec2009
ReviewedJune2015
ReviewedMar 2016
670.2 Activities during Triduum
AdoptedFeb2002
ReviewedDec2009
ReviewedJune2015
ReviewedMar 2016
670.3 Activities during Sacramental Preparation
AdoptedFeb2002
RevisedDec2009
ReviewedMar2016
BUSINESS PROCEDURES (800)
851Mailing Lists Adopted Jun 1977
RevisedFeb1994
RevisedApr1998
RevisedFeb2003
RevisedOct2007
RevisedMar2012
ReviewedMar2017
853Release of Names, Addresses & Phone Numbers Adopted May 1998
RevisedDec 2007
ReviewedJune2015
ReviewedMar2017
854Bidding Process Adopted Dec 1998
ReviewedMay2004
ReviewedJan2010
RevisedApril 2017
855Release of Surveillance Recordings
AdoptedMar 2016
BUILDINGS AND SITES (900)
951Facilities - Rental or Use Adopted Apr 1978
ReviewedFeb1994
RevisedJun1998
ReviewedMay2004
RevisedJan2010
ReviewedJan2017
951.1Facility Use – Regulations
AdoptedJun1998
RevisedMay 2004
RevisedMar2010
ReviewedJan2017
951.2Facilities Use – Weight Room
AdoptedJuly2002
RevisedMar2005
ReviewedJan2010
ReviewedJan2017
Index Updated: March 2017
121
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Christian Life
It shall be a policy of the Council Bluffs Area Board of Catholic Education that students, staff personnel, administration and the Area Board of Education be guided by the values and ethics of a Christian Life as defined by the Catholic Church.
Policy Adopted:May 23, 1994
Policy Reviewed:April 26, 1999
Policy Reviewed:October 27, 2003
Policy Revised:September 28, 2009
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
121.1
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Christian Life
Student Code of Conduct
“The Student Code of Conduct will be annually reviewed by the administration. An administrator will present any changes in the code of conduct to the policy committee on an annual basis.”
SEE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Policy Adopted:March 27, 1995
Policy Revised:July 28, 2003
Policy Revised:April 28, 2008
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
121.2
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Christian Life
Staff Code of Ethics
Principle 1: Commitment to the Student
As Catholic school educators we believe that students, like ourselves are making their journey through this life with a constant focus on the next. As Catholic school educators, we have a special responsibility to encourage each student to achieve his/her maximum potential. We work to stimulate the spirit of inquiry, the acquisition of knowledge and understanding, and the thoughtful formulation of worthy goals. In fulfilling our obligation to the student, we are called to:
1.Help students recognize the relevance of a Catholic value system in their daily lives;
2.Help students learn to relate human culture and knowledge to the news of salvation;
3.Show concern about the joys and problems of each student;
4.Speak with charity and justice about students even when called upon to discuss sensitive matters;
5.Work with students in preparing liturgies, paraliturgies and other religious programs when appropriate or as assigned;
6.Respect confidential information concerning students and their homes;
7.Encourage service projects for students that will develop their sense of responsibility to the community;
8.Assist students as they grow in a sense of self-worth and accountability by selecting activities which promote the positive self-concept as they mature in their faith;
9.Develop the students’ knowledge and understanding of the subject(s) for which we are responsible, without suppression or distortion;
10.Reject the use of our students for personal financial gain.
Principle 2: Commitment to Parents
As Catholic school educators we believe children are influenced by home, community, and a society in which attitudes toward Catholic values are often challenged. Parents, the source from whom children and youth derive their values, entrust their children to the Catholic school to instruct, complement and intensify the education and formation begun in the home. We are called to assist these parents in fulfilling their obligation for the Christian formation and education of their child; therefore, we will
1.Respect parents’ fundamental human right to know, to understand, and to share in decisions that affect the education of their child;
2.Promote activities to enhance the home-school relationship;
3.Respect any confidential information which parents share;
4.Report to parents their child’s progress regularly and as needed with compassion, accuracy and honesty.
Principle 3: Commitment to the Community
As Catholic school educators, we believe the school community is both an agent of appropriate change and a preserver of basic tradition. We consider the school community an integral part of the parishes whose people it serves, and a vital force for preparing future civic and Church leaders. In fulfilling our obligation, we are called to
1.Promote the peace of Christ in the world;
2.Model active support of parish/spiritual life;
3.Develop student potential for leadership in the Church;
4.Contribute to the well-being of the Saint Albert community.
Principle 4: Commitment to the Profession
As Catholic school educators we believe that professional excellence in Catholic schools directly influences our Church, country and world. We strive to create a Christian environment which promotes sound moral and professional judgment. Through our spirit of joy and enthusiasm, we encourage others to join us in our apostolate of teaching in a Catholic school. In fulfilling our responsibilities as professional educators we are called to
1.Maintain professional standards as defined by Iowa Administrative Code;
2.Encourage people to live a life in harmony with Gospel values and Catholic Church teachings.
Policy Adopted:June, 1996
Policy Reviewed:May 24, 1999
Policy Reviewed:October 27, 2003
Policy Reviewed:September 28, 2009
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
121.3
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Christian Life
Board Code of Ethics
As a member of the Saint Albert School Board, I
- acknowledge that schools are a significant expression of the teaching mission of the Catholic Church and function within its structure;
- will become more knowledgeable about the mission of Catholic education, as expressed in this school, and sincerely promote it to the various publics with whom I have influence;
- recognize the need for continuing education about my responsibilities and know that I do not represent the board officially unless explicitly authorized to do so;
- will be fully and carefully prepared for each meeting by doing the required readings and completing necessary tasks for committee work and reports;
- support the principal in authorized functions and avoid intruding in administrative details unless requested to do so;
- will be loyal to board decisions even though personally opposed to the final recommendations and decisions;
- will be alert to alternate solutions to problems by keeping an open mind;
- will disqualify myself from discussion and vote on an issue where there is a conflict of interest with my family or business interests or if the outcome will grant me any pecuniary or material benefits; and
- pray often for other members of the board, this Catholic school, and the community it serves.
Policy adopted:November 6, 1995
Policy Reviewed:August 26, 1996
Policy Reviewed:May 24, 1999
Policy Reviewed:October 27, 2003
Policy Reviewed:September 28, 2009
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
222
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
BOARD MEMBERSHIP - ELIGIBILITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES
It shall be the policy of the Council Bluffs Area Board of Catholic Education that eligibility requirements and responsibilities as specified in the By-laws, be made available to parishioners of the member parishes that sponsor the Council Bluffs Catholic Schools and to those seeking election to the Board.
Policy Adopted:
December 22, 1994
Policy Reviewed:
April 27, 1998
Policy Revised:March 27, 2000
Policy Revised:April 25, 2005
Policy Reviewed:January 25, 2010
Policy Reviewed:January 26, 2015
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
222.1
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Board Membership
Individual Board Member Responsibilities
A member of the Area Board of Catholic Education must:
1.Understand the philosophy and mission of the Board.
2.Participate in an orientation meeting with the President and/or chairperson of the board before attendance at the first general
board meeting.
3.Attend monthly general meetings and periodic in-service.
4.Be prepared by reviewing materials prior to the meeting.
5.Serve and/or chair at least one committee.
6.Maintain high levels of integrity and confidentiality.
7.Familiarize oneself with:
a.other members of the board, administration and staff
b.the existing operating budget
c.the workings of the ad hoc committee
d.current policies and regulations
e.general budget-making procedures
8.Be involved with planning and evaluation; contribute to discussion; ask questions.
- Be available to report to their sponsoring parish.
Policy Adopted:August 1989
Policy Revised:December 22, 1994
Policy Revised:February 27, 1995
Policy Reviewed:March 27, 2000
Policy Revised:April 25, 2005
Policy Reviewed:January 25, 2010
Policy Reviewed: January 26, 2015
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
222.2
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Board Membership
Responsibilities of Board to Individual Members
Since board members are expected to contribute their time and expertise to the Area Board of Catholic Education; the board must assist in their preparation and ongoing commitment by doing the following:
1.Welcome new members by phone, personal visit, or a letter from the President or Board Chairperson.
2.Arrange an introductory meeting between the President and/or general chairperson and new members before attendance at first general meeting in July. This meeting will include:
a.orientation of general responsibilities of board membership
b.offer of assistance: answering of questions
- a visit, if necessary, to the buildings of the school system
d.review of current business of the board.
3.Introduce new members to other board members, administration, and staff at first general board meeting.
4.Provide an opportunity where new board members can meet other board members, administrators, faculty, staff and St. Albert Foundation Board members in a social setting.
Policy Adopted:August 1989
Policy Revised:December 1994
Policy Reviewed:March 27, 2000
Policy Revised:April 25, 2005
Policy Revised:January 25, 2010
Policy Reviewed: January 26, 2015
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
252
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNICATION
It will be a policy of the Council Bluffs Area Board of Catholic Education to have guidelines for the communication between the Board and interested groups/individuals.
Policy Adopted:May 26, 1993
Policy Reviewed:March 31, 1997
Policy Reviewed:November 26, 2001
Policy Reviewed:November 27, 2006
Policy Revised:February 22, 2010
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
252.1
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Communication
Public Comments at Area School Board Meetings
The following are guidelines that the St. Albert Area Board of Catholic Education will follow at its monthly meetings. It will be the responsibiliy of the chairperson to see that these guidelines are carried out.
- The St. Albert Board of Catholic Educaiton will sit facing the guests.
- There will be a name tag placed on the table in front of each board member, administrator, and staff member. Parish names will be included where applicable.
- Guests will be provided with a copy of the meeting agenda and appropriate handouts for the evening’s meeting.
- Prior to the meeting, guests will sign in and include the following information: name, address, and, if intending to speak, state their business.
- The chairperson of the Board will greet the guests in the opening remarks.
- There will be a 20-minute regularly-scheduled open forum set aside when applicable at the beginning of each meeting. There will be no more than six speakers with a maximun of three minutes each. This time will be used for comments from the speakers with the understanding of all present that there will not follow any discussion or action by the board at that meeting. The following steps will be followed:
- The comment / concern shall be recorded in the Board minutes;
- The comment / concern may or may not be addressed at the next Area Board of Catholic Education meeting with determination made as to the appropriate person(s) responsible to handle the comment / concern.
- The Area Board Chariperson will notify the person of any action taken and make that action a matter of record at the next Board meeting.
- A verbal thank-you from the Board Chariperson will be made at the close of open forum.
252.1 continued
WELCOME VISITORS
Visitors are always welcome to our meetings! Our meetings are open to all unless there is a need for an Executive Session. Executive Sessions are closed to all non-board members in order to protect the rights of personnel or other matters that are confidential. Usually executive sessions are held sometime before or during the scheduled meeting. During executive sessions, all visitors must leave the room or the board moves to another room. In an effort to make your visit beneficial and for the official business of the board to be transacted,
PLEASE NOTE: As a visitor, you are here to observe the meeting processes, procedures and discussions. As an observer, you are not able to participate in the deliberations nor are you to indicate your approval or disapproval of any discussions or actions taken. If you have a concern (s), please utilize the proper procedure listed below:
- If you have classroom concerns, you are expected to contact the teacher for clarification and resolution. If the teacher is not able to satisfy the concern, you should then contact the administrator.
- If you have a non-classroom concern, you are expected to contact the administrator or the person who has the responsibility to bring resolution to matters of concern. If the administrator is not able to satisfy the concern, you may then contact a board member.
- If you would like to INFORMALLY address the board during the time on the agenda, marked as Public Comments, you must check with the Chairperson prior to the beginning of the meeting to receive permission and any stipulations as to time, etc. This opportunity is for those times when a simple concern or comment is appropriate. This is not the time for major or complicated matters. You should know that no discussion or action will be taken on the matter at this meeting. (Please refer to Board Policy 252.1, #6, on the back of this page.)
- If you wish to FORMALLY address the board concerning a major and/or complicated matter, you must contact the Chairperson at least ten (10) days in advance of the meeting to present your request. The request must include the exact nature of your concern/issue, any materials or other persons you will utilize during your presentation and any other helpful information. The Chairperson will relay your request to formally address the board to the group that establishes the agenda for their decision and inform you of their decision and any stipulations that are to be followed if your request to address the board is granted. Please be advised that the board may or may not take any action on your concern/issue at the meeting or at any future meeting.
Policy Adopted:June 25, 1990
Policy Revised:May 26, 1993
Policy Revised:March 31, 1997
Policy Revised:November 30, 1998
Policy Reviewed:November 26, 2001
Policy Revised:November 21, 2005
Policy Revised:March 29, 2010
Policy Reviewed: October 24, 2016
252.2
COUNCIL BLUFFS AREA BOARD
OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Communication
Consideration of Agenda Items from Non-Members