Governance Policy

G 2 – Effective Use of Resources

Student outcomes will be enhanced by the district's efficient and equitable use of its personnel, financial, technological and physical assets.

G 2.1 – Human Resources

The district will demonstrate effective human resources management that will contribute to the improvement of student achievement and staff well being.

G 2.1.1 – Recruitment and Retention

The district will develop and implement those strategies and procedures for personnel recruitment, screening and selection that will result in employing the best available candidates: those with the highest capabilities, strongest commitment to quality education and greatest probability of effectively implementing the district's educational program.

In order to retain a competent and motivated workforce, the district will

  • provide positive programs of staff development designed to contribute both to improvement of the educational program and to each staff member's career development aspirations.
  • provide for a genuine team approach to education, including staff involvement in planning, decision making and evaluation.
  • develop and use for personnel evaluation positive processes that contribute to the improvement of staff capabilities and assist in making employment decisions.

G 2.1.2 – Performance Evaluation

The district will use an ongoing evaluation program to assess job performance and to promote the improvement of instruction.

OAC 3301-35-03

G 2.1.3 – Staff Development

All district sponsored staff development programs will support the Continuous Improvement Plan goals and action plans. Professional growth activities in the Olentangy School District will be measured through the performance indicators found in the action plans of the Continuous Improvement Plan.

All staff will be encouraged to be cognizant of their role in instilling ethical principles and democratic ideals in all district students.

ORC 124.11
3313.602, 3319.01; 3319.01-02; 3319.081; 3319.11; 3319.111

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G 2.2 – Financial Accountability

The district will demonstrate sound budgetary and financial management that ensures the community of long-term fiscal stability.

-Adherence to the district's financial policies, procedures and standard practices will be reported annually, as measured by internal and external audits.

-Budget projections will be prepared for at least four years beyond the one currently under consideration. Budget planning will be related to the district's goals and programs. The district will manage itself effectively within the overall annual operating budget.

G 2.3 – Facilities and Services

Facilities will be maintained in a clean, safe and healthy manner. The Board's building program will be designed to provide adequate facilities that are organized to accommodate the educational program for all students residing in the district in a cost-effective manner.

The Board will follow its Ten Year Plan as a guide for capital improvements. Construction costs shall not exceed the budget of the Board's Development Committee or the Ohio School Facilities Commission's cost of square footage guidelines.

Transportation will be operated in an efficient and safe manner.