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Meeting Date:
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New Business and Reports to the Board |
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Subject:
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School Board Election Cycle, Terms and Composition - Revised 4/26/18 |
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ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
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Objective 1.10 Civic Engagement and Civic Responsibility ACPS will engage with its students in an atmosphere conducive to mutual respect, civic engagement, and good citizenship.
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Funding Source or Fiscal Impact (where applicable):
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File Attachment:
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Agenda Item Summary:
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The School Board has requested the attached presentation on the background, current status, legal authority, process and timing for potentially transitioning:
• From concurrent to staggered Board Member terms of office, and therefore;
• From holding concurrent elections every 3years to holding staggered elections more frequently;
• From 3-year terms to 4-year terms;
• From a 9-member Board to a lesser number; and
• From representation based solely on 1 of 3 voting districts, to the inclusion of at-large representation. |
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Background:
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By reviewing current requirements and procedures for operational effectiveness and efficiency, the Board ensures its practices align with ACPS 2020 Strategic Plan goals to support excellence and continuous improvement. |
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Recommendation
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The Superintendent recommends that the School Board review the information presented on Board election cycles and composition. |
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Approvals:
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Final-Clerk of the Board - Proxy |
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