Education Policy
boards (should) know the unique and varied needs of their communities. They must also work
with local governance to further the goals of the school district. Professional Educators of
Tennessee are also glad to assist school board members when they reach out for assistance.
Public education is a federal concern, a
state responsibility, and a local operation.
School boards must embody the community’s beliefs and values. School board members
should be as diverse as the citizens they serve. We should thank the men and women who
are serving our communities as school board members. They are too often unappreciated,
and it is often a thankless but needed job. Unfortunately, there are some people who end up
on school boards who do not understand their unique role, and we should look at increased
training to assist them in increasing their knowledge. The Tennessee School Board Association
can play a significant function in that effort.
We should also encourage high character men and women that want to serve the community
to consider seeking a position on the school board. We need passionate people committed
to children and those who teach them, looking out for each community’s interest. Are you
ready to serve?
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