July 23, 2011 at 8:30 AM - Robbinsale Area School Board Workshop

1. Welcome

2. Board Governance Policies/By-Laws Review and Discussion

2.A. Background

2.B. Identify purpose of discussion

2.C. Discussion outcomes

2.D. Clarify next steps

3. Break

4. Lighthouse Study

4.A. Identify two areas of learning to strengthen our board's knowledge

4.B. Identify two areas of work to strengthen our board's leadership

5. Break

6. Connecting with the Community

6.A. Overview/perspective from Tia Clasen - Observations and Visions

6.B. Board discussion

6.B.1. Identify purpose of connecting with the community, "what is our vision and how does connecting with the community tie in with the district's future?"

6.B.2. Identify all ways in which the board connects with the community as a whole or representatives of the whole - see table (work in progress)

6.B.3. Identify gaps, if any

6.B.4. Identify most time-consuming (of board time and individual board member time)

6.B.5. Identify most effective ways of connecting with the community that address purpose and vision

6.B.6. Discussion question, Is "board time" and "individual board member time" spent connecting with the community getting the "most bang for our buck?"

6.B.7. Identify any adjustments, if necessary

7. Adjourn