Meet the Board
Meet the Board Members
Our school board is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student can achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.
As elected representatives of our community, we are committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Our responsibilities include:
- Policy Development: Crafting and implementing policies that promote high educational standards and equity.
- Budget Oversight: Ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support student learning and well-being.
- Superintendent Supervision: Collaborating with and providing oversight for the Superintendent to ensure the district's strategic goals are met.
- Curriculum and Instruction: Evaluating and approving curricula that meet the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for future success.
- Facilities Management: Overseeing the maintenance and improvement of school facilities to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.
- Community Engagement: Encouraging active participation from parents, students, teachers, and community members to foster a collaborative educational community.
Our mission is to support every student in reaching their full potential by prioritizing safety, equity, and excellence in all our decisions. We invite you to explore our initiatives, participate in our meetings, and join us in our dedication to student success and safety.
The Board of Education of Lake Park Community High School District 108 is comprised of 7 elected members who serve staggered four-year terms. Elected by the community to represent their voice, these unpaid volunteers set policies for the District. The job of a board member includes the following scope:
- Adopt policies on school operations and Board practices.
- Adopt and assess goals that meet state requirements and reflect the needs and interests of the community.
- Adopt a budget that provides the resources needed to meet the District’s goals.
- Select and evaluate the Superintendent who leads and manages the District.
- Approve purchases, contracts, curriculum, textbooks, and personnel appointments.
- Negotiate with employee groups and approve collective bargaining agreements.
As individuals, a single board member has no legal authority. The Board may only make decisions or provide direction as a 7-member Board.