The Board of Education has three standing committees. The Board Chair, with the approval of the Board, may also appoint additional standing committees or temporary ad-hoc committees as may be needed. The standing committees, their primary responsibilities, and links to more information on each are listed below. Please note that this is just a general description of Committee responsibilities. The function and responsibilities of all Committees are subject to Board oversight.
BUDGET COMMITTEE
- Participate in town budget hearings with Board of Finance.
- Have member act as liaison to Board of Finance.
- Provide ongoing monitor/review of current year's budget and expenses.
- Review financial analyses and recommendations, as needed, for Board decisions.
- Provide representation on business related town committees (i.e., purchasing,
insurance).
- Review policies related to series 3000 business.
For a list of members, meeting schedule, agendas and minutes of the Budget Committee.
POLICY COMMITTEE
- Develop and review new policies/regulations consistent with policies of the
Board of Education.
- Review policies to ensure consistency with federal and state laws.
- Recommend areas for which Board of Education should consider adopting
policies.
For a list of members, meeting schedule, agendas and minutes of the Policy Committee.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
- Develop BOE orientation, workshop, development activities, and BOE evaluation
process.
- Review Superintendent evaluation, objectives, contract.
- Evaluate, review, and forward new positions and position descriptions to the full
BOE for consideration.
For a list of members, meeting schedule, agendas and minutes of the Personnel Committee.