important information
Election Information
The next regular election of the DeWitt Board of Education will be November 2011. Three 4-year terms will be on the ballot.
The election is coordinated by the Clinton County Clerk of Court. (Form will be made available closer to election date.)
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DPS Board
Located at 2957 W. Herbison Road.
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Board Policies/Guidelines
Current Issue of Board Briefs
Schools of Choice
At their April 13, 2009, meeting, the DeWitt Board of Education voted zero (0) opening for Schools of Choice, 2009-10, for all grade levels.
Board of Education Role
Local boards of education are responsible for the implementation of state laws and regulations. They are also responsible to the electorate from which they receive the right to serve. Formal Responsibilities of the board and its elected members:
- Adopt policy
- Hire a superintendent and approve the district's administrative structure
- Approve the operating budget
- Graduate the senior class
- Establish a long-term vision and set the direction for the district
- Hold the superintendent accountable for effective administration
- Formally and regularly evaluate the superintendent's performance
- The board speaks through the formal action it takes. Once a vote is taken, that is the position of the board.
Oath of Office
Board of Education Governance
Board Protocols for Providing Constituent Services
Basic Principles of Board/Administrative Leadership Team Governance
