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The Board is composed of five district citizens elected by the district voters who serve staggered four-year terms. Their authority is established by the Washington State Legislature (in Section 28A of the Revised Code of Washington) and they act under the direction and restrictions of state law. Acting as secretary to the School Board, the Superintendent is responsible to them for implementing policies and for operation of the schools.

The Board recognizes the value of student participation in decision making for the school district. The Board selects a high school junior in January of each year to act as a communication link with the High School Student Body for a one-year term. The student role is advisory and non-voting in accordance with state law.

The Board recognizes that it has an obligation to the people of the Omak School District to plan the best possible program of education and to expend revenues wisely.

Responsibilities

The Board is responsible to:
    • Establish general policy for the school system
    • Employ school personnel upon recommendation of the superintendent
  • Adopt and revise the annual operating budget
  • Exercise the legislative powers conferred or implied by the Legislature in administering school functions
  • Select and evaluate the Superintendent of Schools

    • Meetings

    Most regular school board meetings are held in the Board Room of the District Administration Building located at 619 W. Bartlett Avenue , Omak. Meetings take place at 5:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesdays of each month.

    Public Comments

    Board members welcome and appreciate community involvement and input regarding the operation of the district. They can better represent the community when district residents, students, staff members and parents take time to express their opinions and raise questions. All citizens are encouraged to attend Board meetings.

    Goals

    School Board goals for 2005-2008:

    • Improvement of student achievement, which includes test scores, graduation rates, academic/professional and workforce readiness, and one, three, and five year follow-up surveys.
    • To support and develop leadership for adult life and academic/professional development at all levels including school and community partnerships.
    • Maintain a fiscally responsible budget.

     
    Omak School District - PO Box 833 - 619 W Bartlett - Omak, WA 98841 - (509) 826-0320