Role of the Board & Its Committees

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Board of trustees, not board of directors

Holding the school, its mission, and its future “in trust”; as opposed to “directing the operation”

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School’s mission statement & strategic goals ◦ Use as a guidepost for making board decisions

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Bylaws – School’s Corporate Constitution ◦ Facilitates the work of the board and serves as a reference point for major procedures

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Compliance with applicable laws and regulations ◦ Make sure that appropriate risk-management policies are in place and be vigilant in assessing potential risks

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Accountability for both the financial stability and the financial future of the institution ◦ Strategic financial planning; Preservation of capital assets and endowments; Oversee operating budgets; Participate actively in fund-raising

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Head of School ◦ Select, Support, Evaluate

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Primary work is future-focused and strategic ◦ Create the school from which our grandchildren will benefit tomorrow ◦ Not centered on managing their kids’ school today

Committee

Chair

Audit

Karen Deschaine

Buildings and Grounds

Kevin Wechter

Engagement

Doug Harrison

Executive

Mike Dee

Finance

Chris Richey

Retirement Plan Committee

Gary Krahn

Head’s Evaluation and Support

Mike Dee

Trustees

Cameron Rooke

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Focus on specific areas as stated in the committee charter or per Board request Bring policy recommendations to the Board Provide status/updates to the Board Report to the Board on major issues Recognize that operations are in the purview of the school administration