Board Code of Conduct
MISD BOARD CODE OF CONDUCT
I realize that to be the most effective advocate for children we, as aTEAM must function as a TEAM. To this end, I pledge to do my best toadhere to the principles below. Should I for whatever reason, fail tofollow these guidelines I ask my fellow TEAM members to call it to myattention. When that happens I pledge to accept the feedback withoutanger or finger pointing, and to renew my efforts to follow this CODEOF CONDUCT.
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I will always strive to put the needs of children above the wants of adults.
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I will review my information packet before each meeting and focus on sticking to the agenda.
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I will discuss possible agenda items with the Superintendent before the agenda has been posted.
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I will treat all TEAM members with respect, the way I want them to treat me.
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I will reserve the right to disagree but I will not be disagreeable. Nor will I harbor grudges from past issues or events.
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I will not embarrass another TEAM member or school employee.
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I will not ask for items to be placed on the agenda for the purpose of making a political statement nor will I “play to the audience” during meetings.
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I will not monopolize the conversations, and I will come to meetings prepared.
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I will not attempt to state or otherwise represent the position of another TEAM member on any issue.
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When talking to another TEAM member it is my responsibility to alert that TEAM member if I wish the discussion to be confidential.
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What is said to me in confidence will remain in confidence.
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I will be consistent. What I say in public is what I will say in private. What I say is what I will do.
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I will seek to inform and include all TEAM members in our discussions.
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I will make a good faith effort to understand and accommodate the views of other TEAM members.
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I will not make negative comments about another TEAM member, either publicly or privately.