DUTIES
OF
A BOARD
MEMBER
What are the
duties of the
board
members?
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Policy
Development
Policy Development
▸ Participate in the development and
review of school policies, ensuring
they align with legal requirements,
educational standards, and the
mission and vision of the school.
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Strategic Planning
Strategic Planning:
▸ Contribute to the formulation of
long-term strategic plans for the
school, including setting goals,
establishing priorities, and
monitoring progress towards
achieving objectives.
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Financial Oversight
Financial Oversight:
▸ Review and approve the school's
annual budget, financial statements,
and major financial transactions.
Ensure the financial stability and
sustainability of the institution.
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Legal and Regulatory
Compliance
Legal and Regulatory
Compliance:
▸ Stay informed about applicable
laws, regulations, and policies
governing private schools in the
Philippines. Ensure the school
complies with these legal
requirements.
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Appointment and
Evaluation of School
Leaders
Appointment and Evaluation
of School Leaders:
▸ Participate in the selection,
appointment, and evaluation of the
school's administrators, such as the
principal or headmaster. Provide
guidance and support to school
leaders.
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Curriculum and
Program Evaluation
Curriculum and Program
Evaluation:
▸ Review and assess the school's
curriculum and educational
programs, ensuring they meet
relevant standards and promote
the best interests of the students.
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Fundraising and
Resource
Development
Fundraising and Resource
Development:
▸ Support the school's fundraising
efforts by providing financial
contributions, assisting with donor
cultivation, and leveraging personal
and professional networks to
secure resources for the school.
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Community
Relations
Community Relations:
▸ Serve as an ambassador for the
school, building and maintaining
relationships with stakeholders,
including parents, alumni, local
authorities, and the wider
community.
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Risk Management
Risk Management:
▸ Identify potential risks and develop
strategies to mitigate them. Ensure
the school has appropriate
insurance coverage and
emergency plans in place.
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Board Governance
Board Governance:
▸ Fulfill fiduciary responsibilities by
acting in the best interests of the
school. Attend board meetings
regularly, actively participate in
discussions, and make informed
decisions based on the information
presented.
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Ethical Conduct
Ethical Conduct:
▸ Uphold the highest standards of
ethical conduct, avoiding conflicts
of interest and acting in a manner
consistent with the school's values..
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DUTIES OF A BOARD
MEMBER
SUGGESTIONS:
CORRECTIONS:
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“The key to
successful
leadership today
is influence, not
authority.”
–Ken Blanchard.
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