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Before a Meeting
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Arrive on time and prepared (read agenda and all attachments, including committee minutes in advance).
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Understand the placement of items on the agenda and understand why.
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Observe the board chain of command and respect the distinction between the role of the superintendent and the board.
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Understand what our role as members of the board is, including what items are executive session discussions versus public meeting discussions.
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Be problem solvers by working through issues and seeking advice and clarity from fellow board members and NJSBA if there are points of concern or contention.
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During a Meeting
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No active use of phones in executive sessions or at the board table.
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Why speaking/why not?
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Value all voices; everyone has a chance to respond while being respectful of others.
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Non-repetition of issues/debate by the same individual until all have had the opportunity to speak.
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Signal to the board president to speak, the board president acknowledges the next speaker to allow uninterrupted opinions with time in mind.
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No surprises to the board or administration.
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After a Meeting
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Support the outcomes determined by the majority while ensuring that minority voices are acknowledged.
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Abide by your responsibilities as a board member and be respectful of administrative and board time constraints.
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Be dedicated to supporting and attending school functions.
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Strive to develop professionally as individual board members and as a Board.
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Remember that students are always at the center of our decisions.
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