Making Better Major Decisions

bullet1 Core Constraints

bullet2 Intra-organizational consistency

  • Mission Statement
     
    • Vision of Public Schooling
       
    • District Reputation
       
  • Board Policy
     
  • Contractual obligations
     
  • Auxiliary Organizations (PTA, SDM, etc.)
     
  • Buildings & Grounds
     

bullet2 Public Policy Considerations

  • Community Organizations
     
  • Cultural & Social Norms
     

bullet2 Educational Considerations

  • Schedule
     
  • Trade-offs
     
    • Priorities
       
    • Programs
       

bullet2 Legal Considerations

  • Legality
     
  • Liability Issues
     
  • Education Regulations
     

bullet2 Ethical Considerations

» See document: http://www.usoge.gov/

bullet2 Funding Considerations

  • Funding Sources
     
    • Local
       
    • State
       
    • Federal
       
    • Grants
       
    • Fund Raising
       
    • Other
       
  • Timing
     
    • One time
       
    • Recurring
       
      • Provide 5-year spreadsheet
         
  • Adverse consequences of funding choices