Governing Board

The Governing Board is comprised of five members, elected by trustee area to serve four-year terms. Board members are chosen by the community to provide leadership and oversight of the district’s 21,000 students and 2000 employees.

 

The Board is responsible for establishing educational goals and standards; approving curriculum; setting policy; approving the district budget; confirming appointment of personnel; and approving purchases of equipment, supplies, services, leases, renovation, construction, and union contracts. In order to manage the day-to-day administration of the district, the Board appoints a superintendent of schools.