| Governance policies focus the organization’s mission |
| These policies set the mission and other “ends” or goals of the organization. The also structure the relationship of the Board of Directors and the Superintendent, and set limits on how the Superintendent is to carry out the goals. They define how the Board will operate. |
| Administrative policies guide district actions |
| These policies guide the organization’s staff in more specific ways. Fiscal management policies, facilities policies, student rights and responsibilities, and school-community relations are among the 11 major areas that are covered. Other areas include negotiations, personnel policies, and relationships with education agencies. |