BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Series 200
Policy Title: Administration in the Absence of Policy Code No. 209.5
When there is no board policy in existence to provide guidance on a matter, the Superintendent is authorized to act appropriately under the circumstances surrounding the situation keeping in mind the educational philosophy and financial condition of the School District.
It is the responsibility of the Superintendent to inform the Board of the situation and the action taken and to document the action taken. If needed, the Superintendent will draft a proposed policy for the Board to consider.
Approved: December 10, 2002
Reviewed: June 9, 2020
Revised:
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 279.8; 281 I.A.C. 12.3(2)
Cross Reference: 200.3 Responsibilities of the Board of Directors; 209 Board of Directors’ Management Procedures; 302.4 Superintendent Duties; 304 Policy Implementation