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Series 100 Educational Philosophy Educational Philosophy of the School District *** Goals and Objectives of the Educational Program *** Educational and Operational Planning and Needs Assessment *** Equal Educational Opportunity *** Grievance Procedure
Series 200 Board of Education Statement of Guiding Principles *** Name of School District *** Legal Status of the Board General Powers and Duties *** Elections Membership Director District Election Schedule *** Organization of Board of Directors Organizational Meeting *** Board of Directors' Vacancies *** President of the Board *** Vice President of the Board *** Secretary of the Board Treasurer of the Board *** Individual Board Members *** Ethical Code for Board Members *** Board of Directors and Elected Officials *** Board Member Liability Formulation of Policy *** Review and Modification of Policy *** Administrative Rules and Regulations *** Organization and Dissolution of Ad Hoc Committees *** Statutory Committees *** Legal Counsel *** Board of Directors' Conflict of Interest *** Dissemination of Policy *** Administration in Absence of Policy *** Review and Revision of Policy *** Board of Directors' Self Evaluation *** Suspension of Policy *** Ad Hoc Committees *** Handling General Complaints by Citizens *** Regular Meetings *** Special Meetings *** Closed Sessions *** Annual Meeting Notice for Meetings *** Quorum for Meetings *** Rules of Order *** Agenda *** Order of Regular Meetings *** Board of Directors' Minutes and Records Oath of Office Open Meetings Work Sessions Compensation for Expense Membership in Associations *** New Board Member Orientation *** Board Member Services *** Gifts to Board of Directors *** School Visitation by Board of Directors
Series 300 Administration Statement of Guiding Principles *** Superintendent of Schools *** Superintendent of Schools - Qualifications *** Superintendent of Schools - Contract *** Superintendent of Schools - Functions *** Superintendent of Schools - Evaluation *** Superintendent Professional Development *** Superintendent Civic Activities *** Superintendent Consulting/Outside Employment *** Organizational Structure *** Administrator Qualifications *** Administrative Contracts *** Administrator Consulting/Outside Employment *** Administrator Performance Evaluation *** Administrative Release From Contract *** Reduction in Administrative Positions *** Administrative Dismissal *** Administrative Professional Development *** Administrator Civic Activities *** Administrator Code of Ethics *** Succession of Authority to the Superintendent
Series 400 Personnel Statement of Guiding Principles *** Equal Employment Opportunity *** Recruitment, Qualifications, and Selection of District Personnel *** Evaluation of District Personnel *** District Personnel Staff Development *** District Employment of Family Members *** Sick Leave *** Long Term Illness or Disabilty *** Unpaid Leave Not Covered by FMLA *** Termination of Employment of District Personnel *** Employee Suspension *** Communicable Diseases *** Hazardous Chemical Disclosure *** General Personnel Physical Examinations *** Use of School Facilities Equipment by Employees. *** Gifts to Employees *** Employee Activity Passes *** Annuities Vacations *** Reimbursement for Employee Expenses *** Public Complaints About Employees *** Employee Conflict of Interest *** Employee Conflict of Interest *** Transporting of Students by Employees *** The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FLMA) *** Employee Records *** Definition of Licensed Personnel *** Certification Requirements *** Tendering of Contracts *** Licensed Personnel Assignment *** Resignation of Licensed Personnel *** Substitute Teachers *** Student Teachers *** Private Instruction Tutoring Coaching Professional Consulting Services *** Licensed Employee Probationary Status *** Market Factor Teacher Salaries *** Definition of Classified Personnel Associates and Clerks*** Employee Notices for Classified Personnel *** Assignment and Transfer of Classified Personnel *** Resignation of Classified Personnel *** Classified Personnel Reduction in Force *** Termination Hearing Rules - Classified *** Evaluation of Classified Personnel *** Harrassment Harrassment Prohibited *** Civil Rights Complaint Procedure *** Substance-Free Workplace *** Child Abuse Reporting Abuse of Students by School District Employees *** Licensed Employee Suspension *** Classified Employee Suspension
Series 500 Students Statement of Guiding Principles *** Compulsory Attendance *** Entrance - Admissions *** Student Attendance Records *** Residency Defined *** Anticipated Residency *** Continuing Enrollment *** Non-Resident Students Tuition *** Foreign Exchange Students *** Student Transfers In *** Student Transfers In *** Student Transfers Out *** Student Absences *** Truancy *** Open Enrollment Transfers Receiving District. *** Open Enrollment Transfers Sending District *** Homeless Children and Youth *** Prohibition of Serious Student Misconduct. *** Development of Student Conduct Policies/Rules *** Suspension by Administrator *** Suspension and Expulsion by Board *** Suspension/Expulsion Procedures *** Corporal Punishment *** Search and Seizure *** Student Appearance *** Tobacco, Drugs and Alcohol *** Good Conduct Rule *** Freedom of Expression Student Lockers Weapons Student Government Student Organizations *** Student Publications *** School Sponsored Student Social Events *** Student Activity Program *** Interscholastic Competition *** Attendance at Events Outside of School *** Student Honors and Awards *** Student Health and Immunization Certificates *** Communicable Diseases - Students Injury or Illness at School *** Use of Motor Vehicles *** Work Permits *** Student Insurance *** Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse*** Procedures for Charing and Investigating Allegations of Abuse of Students by School Employees *** Student Medication Administration *** Student Records Access *** Interviews with Students *** Leaving School Grounds During School Day *** Equal Educational Opportunities Resolution of Student Concerns *** Student Directory Information *** Student Progress Reports and Conferences
Series 600 Education Program Statement of Guiding Principles Type of School Organization, School Calendar *** School Day, Basic Instructional Program Summer School Instruction Provision of Special Education *** Talented and Gifted Programs for Students At-Risk *** Career Education *** Adult Education *** Co-Curricular Activities *** Curriculum Development, Implementation and Review *** Teaching About Religion *** Citizenship *** Competent Private Instruction *** Dual Enrollment Health Education *** Physical Education *** Global Education *** Multicultural and Non-Sexist Education *** Religion and the Public Schools *** Student Field Trips and Excursions *** Multicultural and Nonsexist Education *** Instructional Materials Selection *** Instructional Materials Inspection *** Media Centers *** Religion-based Exclusion from a School Program *** Student Guidance and Counseling *** Health Services *** Special Health Services *** Wellness Policy *** Testing Program *** Graduation Requirements *** Instruction At A Post-Secondary Educational Institution *** Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the Internet
Series 700 Auxillary Services Statement of Guiding Principles *** Food Service Program *** Scope of the Food Services Program *** Financial Support Eligibility for Free or Reduceed Cost Meals *** Transportation Regulations *** Student Eligibility for Bus Service *** Extra-Curricular Activities Bus Service *** Transportation Insurance Program *** Transportation of Non-School Groups *** Transportation of Non-Public School Students *** School Bus Routes and Stops *** Emergency Routes *** Student Conduct on School Transportation *** Transportation Rules & Policies *** Transportation in Inclement Weather *** Drug and Alcohol Testing Program *** Safety Policy
Series 800Business Practices Statement of Guiding Principles *** Planning the Budget *** Preparation of the Certified Budget *** Requirements of the Budget Document *** Publication of the Certified Budget *** Public Review of the Budget *** Budget As A Spending Plan and Control Document *** Local, State, And Federal Income *** Investments *** Gifts - Grants - Bequests *** Fixed Assets Management SystemFixed Assests Management System Regulation *** Fixed Assests Management System Regulation *** Purchasing PolicyLease, Sale or Disposal of School District Building & Sites *** Payment for Goods and Services *** Unpaid Warrants *** Payroll Periods *** Payroll Deductions *** Purchasing Authority *** Credit Cards *** Targeted Small Business Procurement Goals *** Pay Deductions *** Secretary's Monthly Report *** Annual Financial Statement Published *** Audits *** Care, Maintenance and Disposal of School District Records *** General Fixed Assets Capital Assets *** Insurance Program *** Annual Review of Insurance Program *** Working Capital Reserve Policy
Series 900 Building & Grounds Statement of Guiding Principles *** School Facilities Surveys *** Site Specifications *** Site Acquisition *** Educational Specifications For Buildings *** Preliminary Building Specifications *** Financing Sites and Construction *** Preventive Maintenance Schedule *** Requests for Improvements *** Emergency Repairs *** Use of Contract Services *** Long-Range Planning *** Asbestos Containing Materials *** Buildings & Grounds Security *** Adaptation For The Handicapped *** Means of Escape From Fire
Series 1000 School Community Relations Statement Of Guiding PrinciplesBoard - Community Relations *** Printed Materials *** Board Meeting Communications *** Public Examination of School District Records *** School - Community Associations *** Participation In Community Activities *** Citizen Volunteers And Resource Persons *** Visitors To School District Facilities *** Good Sportsmanship *** Use Of School Facilities *** Regulations Concerning The Use Of School Facilities *** Use of School Facilities By Community - Sunday Use *** Supervision By School Personnel *** Use Of School District Equipment *** Application Process *** Fees For Use Of School Facilities *** Regulations Concerning The Use Of School Facilities *** Gratuities To Personnel *** Board Waiver Of Fees *** Loan Of School Equipment *** Public Attendance At School Public Performances By Students *** Contests For Students *** Sales Promotions Prohibited *** Money Raising Activities In The Schools *** Tobacco-Free Environment *** Distribution of Materials
Series 100 Educational Philosophy Educational Philosophy of the School District *** Goals and Objectives of the Educational Program *** Educational and Operational Planning and Needs Assessment *** Equal Educational Opportunity *** Grievance Procedure
Series 200 Board of Education Statement of Guiding Principles *** Name of School District *** Legal Status of the Board General Powers and Duties *** Elections Membership Director District Election Schedule *** Organization of Board of Directors Organizational Meeting *** Board of Directors' Vacancies *** President of the Board *** Vice President of the Board *** Secretary of the Board Treasurer of the Board *** Individual Board Members *** Ethical Code for Board Members *** Board of Directors and Elected Officials *** Board Member Liability Formulation of Policy *** Review and Modification of Policy *** Administrative Rules and Regulations *** Organization and Dissolution of Ad Hoc Committees *** Statutory Committees *** Legal Counsel *** Board of Directors' Conflict of Interest *** Dissemination of Policy *** Administration in Absence of Policy *** Review and Revision of Policy *** Board of Directors' Self Evaluation *** Suspension of Policy *** Ad Hoc Committees *** Handling General Complaints by Citizens *** Regular Meetings *** Special Meetings *** Closed Sessions *** Annual Meeting Notice for Meetings *** Quorum for Meetings *** Rules of Order *** Agenda *** Order of Regular Meetings *** Board of Directors' Minutes and Records Oath of Office Open Meetings Work Sessions Compensation for Expense Membership in Associations *** New Board Member Orientation *** Board Member Services *** Gifts to Board of Directors *** School Visitation by Board of Directors
Series 300 Administration Statement of Guiding Principles *** Superintendent of Schools *** Superintendent of Schools - Qualifications *** Superintendent of Schools - Contract *** Superintendent of Schools - Functions *** Superintendent of Schools - Evaluation *** Superintendent Professional Development *** Superintendent Civic Activities *** Superintendent Consulting/Outside Employment *** Organizational Structure *** Administrator Qualifications *** Administrative Contracts *** Administrator Consulting/Outside Employment *** Administrator Performance Evaluation *** Administrative Release From Contract *** Reduction in Administrative Positions *** Administrative Dismissal *** Administrative Professional Development *** Administrator Civic Activities *** Administrator Code of Ethics *** Succession of Authority to the Superintendent
Series 400 Personnel Statement of Guiding Principles *** Equal Employment Opportunity *** Recruitment, Qualifications, and Selection of District Personnel *** Evaluation of District Personnel *** District Personnel Staff Development *** District Employment of Family Members *** Sick Leave *** Long Term Illness or Disabilty *** Unpaid Leave Not Covered by FMLA *** Termination of Employment of District Personnel *** Employee Suspension *** Communicable Diseases *** Hazardous Chemical Disclosure *** General Personnel Physical Examinations *** Use of School Facilities Equipment by Employees. *** Gifts to Employees *** Employee Activity Passes *** Annuities Vacations *** Reimbursement for Employee Expenses *** Public Complaints About Employees *** Employee Conflict of Interest *** Employee Conflict of Interest *** Transporting of Students by Employees *** The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FLMA) *** Employee Records *** Definition of Licensed Personnel *** Certification Requirements *** Tendering of Contracts *** Licensed Personnel Assignment *** Resignation of Licensed Personnel *** Substitute Teachers *** Student Teachers *** Private Instruction Tutoring Coaching Professional Consulting Services *** Licensed Employee Probationary Status *** Market Factor Teacher Salaries *** Definition of Classified Personnel Associates and Clerks*** Employee Notices for Classified Personnel *** Assignment and Transfer of Classified Personnel *** Resignation of Classified Personnel *** Classified Personnel Reduction in Force *** Termination Hearing Rules - Classified *** Evaluation of Classified Personnel *** Harrassment Harrassment Prohibited *** Civil Rights Complaint Procedure *** Substance-Free Workplace *** Child Abuse Reporting Abuse of Students by School District Employees *** Licensed Employee Suspension *** Classified Employee Suspension
Series 500 Students Statement of Guiding Principles *** Compulsory Attendance *** Entrance - Admissions *** Student Attendance Records *** Residency Defined *** Anticipated Residency *** Continuing Enrollment *** Non-Resident Students Tuition *** Foreign Exchange Students *** Student Transfers In *** Student Transfers In *** Student Transfers Out *** Student Absences *** Truancy *** Open Enrollment Transfers Receiving District. *** Open Enrollment Transfers Sending District *** Homeless Children and Youth *** Prohibition of Serious Student Misconduct. *** Development of Student Conduct Policies/Rules *** Suspension by Administrator *** Suspension and Expulsion by Board *** Suspension/Expulsion Procedures *** Corporal Punishment *** Search and Seizure *** Student Appearance *** Tobacco, Drugs and Alcohol *** Good Conduct Rule *** Freedom of Expression Student Lockers Weapons Student Government Student Organizations *** Student Publications *** School Sponsored Student Social Events *** Student Activity Program *** Interscholastic Competition *** Attendance at Events Outside of School *** Student Honors and Awards *** Student Health and Immunization Certificates *** Communicable Diseases - Students Injury or Illness at School *** Use of Motor Vehicles *** Work Permits *** Student Insurance *** Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse*** Procedures for Charing and Investigating Allegations of Abuse of Students by School Employees *** Student Medication Administration *** Student Records Access *** Interviews with Students *** Leaving School Grounds During School Day *** Equal Educational Opportunities Resolution of Student Concerns *** Student Directory Information *** Student Progress Reports and Conferences
Series 600 Education Program Statement of Guiding Principles Type of School Organization, School Calendar *** School Day, Basic Instructional Program Summer School Instruction Provision of Special Education *** Talented and Gifted Programs for Students At-Risk *** Career Education *** Adult Education *** Co-Curricular Activities *** Curriculum Development, Implementation and Review *** Teaching About Religion *** Citizenship *** Competent Private Instruction *** Dual Enrollment Health Education *** Physical Education *** Global Education *** Multicultural and Non-Sexist Education *** Religion and the Public Schools *** Student Field Trips and Excursions *** Multicultural and Nonsexist Education *** Instructional Materials Selection *** Instructional Materials Inspection *** Media Centers *** Religion-based Exclusion from a School Program *** Student Guidance and Counseling *** Health Services *** Special Health Services *** Wellness Policy *** Testing Program *** Graduation Requirements *** Instruction At A Post-Secondary Educational Institution *** Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the Internet
Series 700 Auxillary Services Statement of Guiding Principles *** Food Service Program *** Scope of the Food Services Program *** Financial Support Eligibility for Free or Reduceed Cost Meals *** Transportation Regulations *** Student Eligibility for Bus Service *** Extra-Curricular Activities Bus Service *** Transportation Insurance Program *** Transportation of Non-School Groups *** Transportation of Non-Public School Students *** School Bus Routes and Stops *** Emergency Routes *** Student Conduct on School Transportation *** Transportation Rules & Policies *** Transportation in Inclement Weather *** Drug and Alcohol Testing Program *** Safety Policy
Series 800Business Practices Statement of Guiding Principles *** Planning the Budget *** Preparation of the Certified Budget *** Requirements of the Budget Document *** Publication of the Certified Budget *** Public Review of the Budget *** Budget As A Spending Plan and Control Document *** Local, State, And Federal Income *** Investments *** Gifts - Grants - Bequests *** Fixed Assets Management SystemFixed Assests Management System Regulation *** Fixed Assests Management System Regulation *** Purchasing PolicyLease, Sale or Disposal of School District Building & Sites *** Payment for Goods and Services *** Unpaid Warrants *** Payroll Periods *** Payroll Deductions *** Purchasing Authority *** Credit Cards *** Targeted Small Business Procurement Goals *** Pay Deductions *** Secretary's Monthly Report *** Annual Financial Statement Published *** Audits *** Care, Maintenance and Disposal of School District Records *** General Fixed Assets Capital Assets *** Insurance Program *** Annual Review of Insurance Program *** Working Capital Reserve Policy
Series 900 Building & Grounds Statement of Guiding Principles *** School Facilities Surveys *** Site Specifications *** Site Acquisition *** Educational Specifications For Buildings *** Preliminary Building Specifications *** Financing Sites and Construction *** Preventive Maintenance Schedule *** Requests for Improvements *** Emergency Repairs *** Use of Contract Services *** Long-Range Planning *** Asbestos Containing Materials *** Buildings & Grounds Security *** Adaptation For The Handicapped *** Means of Escape From Fire
Series 1000 School Community Relations Statement Of Guiding PrinciplesBoard - Community Relations *** Printed Materials *** Board Meeting Communications *** Public Examination of School District Records *** School - Community Associations *** Participation In Community Activities *** Citizen Volunteers And Resource Persons *** Visitors To School District Facilities *** Good Sportsmanship *** Use Of School Facilities *** Regulations Concerning The Use Of School Facilities *** Use of School Facilities By Community - Sunday Use *** Supervision By School Personnel *** Use Of School District Equipment *** Application Process *** Fees For Use Of School Facilities *** Regulations Concerning The Use Of School Facilities *** Gratuities To Personnel *** Board Waiver Of Fees *** Loan Of School Equipment *** Public Attendance At School Public Performances By Students *** Contests For Students *** Sales Promotions Prohibited *** Money Raising Activities In The Schools *** Tobacco-Free Environment *** Distribution of Materials
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