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General Information

Superintendent
The Board of Trustees elects the Superintendent of Schools as its Chief Executive Officer to administer the operations of the schools. It is the Superintendent's responsibility to recommend appointment of all other personnel to the Board and bring recommendations to them for action in carrying on the work of the school district.

The Superintendent also serves as an advisor, keeping Trustees informed of the progress of various programs in the schools. The Superintendent is available as a professional resource and his recommendations normally precede Board action.

Board of Trustees
The Spring Branch Independent School District Board of Trustees is composed of seven citizens elected by patrons of the district. Board members are selected at-large to serve overlapping terms of three years. They serve on the Board without pay.

Trustees act to establish policies which govern the school district in a variety of ways. The Board has final control over local school matters limited only by the state legislature, the courts and the will of the people as expressed in school district elections.

Duties of the Board
The success of any school district is based on an effective instructional program. The Board of Trustees reflects this commitment through its actions as a public body.

The district's strategic plan is a comprehensive document used to guide and reinforce SBISD's mission and goals. It is annually reviewed, evaluated, updated and endorsed by the Board.

Approval of a sound budget, which attempts to balance educational needs with financial reality, is a major function of the Board. Trustees support hiring teachers, administrators and support staff who are motivators and communicators sharing a genuine concern for children. Excellence and professionalism are recognized through competitive salaries and benefits.

It is also a Board responsibility to submit bond issues to be voted on by the people of the district for construction or major renovation of facilities.

As public officials, individuals who serve are active and visible members of the community. However, the Board acts officially only as a group. It is committed to openness and candor and encourages citizen participation.

Regular Meetings
Regular meetings are normally held on the fourth Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the SBISD Administration Building, 955 Campbell Road. Special meetings are also called when necessary. All meetings are open to the public.

State law permits the Board to go into executive session only to discuss property acquisition, personnel issues, security matters or consultation with attorneys. No vote on any item may be taken in executive session.

Board agendas are posted at the Administration Building 72 hours before a regular meeting and at least two hours before an emergency meeting. Local news media are notified of every meeting.

Addressing the Board
The President of the Board presides at all meetings. To encourage two-way communication with patrons during regular meetings, individuals who wish to address the Board may do so by filling out a brief "Citizen Participation Form" found on a table outside the Board Room. All requests should be given to the President of the Board before the start of the meeting.

When appearing before the Board, specific factual information or review of existing policy may be furnished in response to inquiries or questions for clarification. State law prohibits deliberation, discussion or action of any item not on the official agenda.

The rights of employees, students and others are protected by various laws and policies.

 

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