| Governance process |
| These policies define how the Board will operate internally and govern itself to add value to the district. These policies address the Board’s own culture, how it will conduct business, and how members will conduct themselves and interact with each other. |
| Board CEO relationship |
| These policies describe the delegation of authority by the Board to its CEO and clarify the relationship between the two. Organizational performance is considered identical to CEO performance. |
| Executive limitations |
| These policies state the limitations imposed by the Board on the strategies and methods the superintendent and his or her staff may use, as they work to achieve the specified outcomes identified in the Ends Policies. The executive limitations establish the boundaries and operating expectations for staff. |
| Ends |
| These policies define the end results desired for our students and what they are expected to know and be able to do as a result of their educational experience. Ends policies require full involvement by the community through continuing communication. They reflect community values. Ends policies are based on the Lake Washington School District Student Profile, which was developed through extensive community involvement and conversation. |