Building Principals shall:
- Subject to the policies of the board of Directors and regulations set forth by the Superintendent or other central administrative personnel on behalf of the Superintendent be the administrative leader of each assigned school building and, as such, assume full responsibility for all aspects of the school program for that school building.
- Interpret the policies of the Board of Directors and administrative directives and discuss and resolve individual student problems.
- Establish and maintain favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs.
- Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
- Evaluate and counsel all staff members regarding their individual and group performance (individual performance improvement should be considered a priority during evaluative and counseling periods) and be responsible for monitoring the performance of a teacher whose work is unsatisfactory, according to established procedures.
- Assist in the recruiting, screening, hiring, training, and assigning of the professional staff.
- Assume responsibility for the safety and administration of the building’s plant.
- Be responsible for the development, revision, and evaluation of the curriculum.
- Supervise the maintenance of accurate records on the progress and attendance of students.
- Be responsible for and coordinate the school’s pupil personnel services.
- Promote positive action toward the realization of school district goals through efficient procedures including the involvement of staff, students, and community.
- Implement and execute systems of budget-planning, record-keeping, and report-making that serve the needs of the school and the community.
- Maintain a program for personal and staff professional growth, cooperation, and self-renewal that stimulates creativity and innovation.
- Systematically evaluate and improve programs that enhance student learning, that respond to student and community needs, and that reflect the participation of those affected in their development.
Associate Principals shall:
- Subject to the policies of the Board of Directors and regulations set forth by the Superintendent, perform such tasks and assume such responsibilities as designated by the principals.
- Serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal.
- Assist the Principal in the overall administration of the school.
(December 17, 1979; August 21, 1989; September 20, 2010; July 9, 2012, June 20, 2016)