As a member of the Board, I shall promote the best interests of the District as a whole and, to that end, shall adhere to the following ethical standards:

EQUITY

IN ATTITUDE

· I will be fair, just, and impartial in all my decisions and actions.

· I will accord others the respect I wish for myself.

· I will encourage expressions of different opinions and listen with an open mind to others’ ideas.

TRUSTWORTHINESS

IN STEWARDSHIP

· I will be accountable to the public by representing District policies, programs, priorities, and progress accurately.

· I will be responsive to the community by seeking its involvement in District affairs and by communicating its priorities and concerns.

· I will work to ensure prudent and accountable use of District resources.

· I will make no personal promise or take private action that may compromise my performance or my responsibilities.

HONOR

IN CONDUCT

· I will tell the truth.

· I will share my views while working for consensus.

· I will respect the majority decision as the decision of the Board.

· I will base my decisions on fact rather than supposition, opinion, or public favor.

INTEGRITY

OF CHARACTER

· I will refuse to surrender judgment to any individual or group at the expense of the District as a whole.

· I will consistently uphold all applicable laws, rules, policies, and governance procedures.

· I will not disclose information that is confidential by law or that will needlessly harm the District if disclosed.

COMMITMENT

TO SERVICE

· I will focus my attention on fulfilling the Board’s responsibilities of goal setting, policymaking, and evaluation.

· I will diligently prepare for and attend Board meetings.

· I will avoid personal involvement in activities the Board has delegated to the Superintendent.

· I will seek continuing education that will enhance my ability to fulfill my duties effectively.

STUDENT-CENTERED FOCUS

· I will be continuously guided by what is best for all students of the District.