The Board of Trustees is responsible for student achievement and well-being with a key governance role with respect to:
- operating schools according to provincial legislation;
- having a vision statement that reflects the Board’s philosophy and local needs and priorities;
- the development of a multi-year strategic plan;
- setting the Board’s budget within the provincial grants and accompanying regulations;
- making provision for resources and for the hiring of teachers, other staff;
- accountability to the public for implementing curriculum according to ministry curriculum policy;
- developing and delivering other programs that reflect provincial policies and local priorities;
- providing for the hiring of teachers and other staff required in their schools;
- providing for the maintenance of school buildings and property with regard to student safety and in accordance with provincial legislation;
- monitoring the policies of the schools and the achievement of students and, through the director of education, holding the entire system accountable for meeting provincial and board standards; and
- hiring and performance appraisal of the director of education.
