Policy and Resolution Exemplars
Sample of policies passed by our Fellows
DISCLAIMER: These model policies are provided as general guidance and do not constitute legal advice. Boards should review and adapt all materials in consultation with legal counsel to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Requirements regarding language—particularly related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)—may vary by jurisdiction. It is the responsibility of each board to modify or remove language as needed to align with local legal requirements. School Board Partners is not responsible for ensuring legal compliance; final decisions rest with each board.
Board Governance
Albuquerque Public Schools - Board Committees Policy
See Exemplar
Albuquerque Public Schools - Board Policy Development Policy
See Exemplar
Antioch Unified School district - Board Professional Development Policy
See Exemplar
Tempe Union High School District - Board Governance Policy
See Exemplar
Denver Public Schools - Board Community Engagement Policy
See Exemplar
Chesterfield County Public Schools - School Board Member Compensation Resolution
See Exemplar
Curriculum and Instruction
Albuquerque Public Schools - Graduation Requirements Policy
See Exemplar
Academic Accountability
Tempe Union High School District - Annual Goals
See Exemplar
Tempe Union High School District - Board Monitoring Calendar
See Exemplar
Chicago Public Schools - Academic Accountability Framework Resolution
See Exemplar
Water Valley School District - Annual Goals
See Exemplar
Superintendent Evaluation
Chesterfield County Public Schools - Superintendent Evaluation Policy
See Exemplar
Howard County Public Schools - Superintendent Evaluation Framework
See Exemplar
Finance
Albuquerque Public Schools - Budget Policy
See Exemplar
Student Discipline
Water Valley School District - Prohibition of Corporal Punishment Policy
See Exemplar
School Safety
Milwaukee Public Schools - School Safety Resolution
See Exemplar