What does a public school district board of directors do? The fundamental responsibility is to provide leadership and oversight so the organization can reach its goals and achieve its mission. Serving on a board of directors is very much a team sport, but a board can fall apart without high-caliber, highly committed individuals.

The specific responsibilities of a board depend upon the organization’s needs. At MRH, we strive to ensure that every board member understands exactly what’s expected of them. Likewise, stakeholders should understand the separation of duties between board members and district administrators. The document below is intended to help you understand how policy and procedures are crafted and by whom.