Role of the Board

Role of the Tuscarawas Valley Board of Education

The Board of Education shall...

  • Employ and evaluate superintendent and treasurer.
  • Establish policy in conjunction with superintendent and treasurer.
  • Advise and share concerns with superintendent.
  • Be a positive advocate for students, staff, and school district.
  • Place the interests of children and the district above personal interests.

Board of Education Goals

  • Provide a safe and positive environment for our students and staff focused on students’ educational
    success.
  • Provide quality educational and learning opportunities for all students.
  • Demonstrate financial responsibility and integrity by maximizing resources, spending conservatively,
    and operating efficiently.
  • Maintain credibility and open communications with students, parents, staff, employers, and the
    community.
  • Strive for educational equity so that all students have access to relevant and challenging academic
    experiences and educational resources necessary for success across race, gender, ethnicity, language,
    disability, family background and/or income.

“The quality of the Board is the determinant of the district success.” 
“Governance responsibility is to the entire public, not just a small private constituency.”

Al Meloy, Ohio School Boards Association

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