Policy: 1820
By-Laws of the Board
Board Self-Assessment
The board may assess its own performance annually in terms of research-based principles of successful board operations, in relation to its annual goals and objectives, and Washington State School Board Standards. The board self-assessment will address performance in the key functions of school boards:
A. Responsible school district governance;
B. Communication of and commitment to high expectations for student learning;
C. Creating conditions district-wide for student and staff success;
D. Holding the district accountable for student learning; and
E. Engagement of the community in education.
The results of the self-assessment will be reviewed and discussed by the board-superintendent team and may be used in setting goals for the subsequent year.
Cross References:
1822 - Training and Professional Development for Board Members
1810 - Annual Governance Goals and Objectives
1005 - Key Functions of the Board
WSSDA School Board Standards
Management Resources:
2025 – October Issue
2012 - February Issue
Adoption Date: 11/2025