The New York State Department of Education requires that that each school district assemble a Shared Decision Making Committee comprised of teachers, an administrator, parents and up to two community members. The goal of the Shared Decision Making Committee is to improve the educational performance of all students in the school regardless of such factors as socioeconomic status, race, sex, language background, or disability.
To achieve this goal, the Committee meets periodically to review the curriculum and teaching materials, evaluate instructional methods, student performance, staff development, and the overall school environment. Based on its findings, the Committee makes recommendations to the Board of Education for improvements.
Permanent members of the committee include the Superintendent of Schools and the full-time teaching staff. Parent and community representative are appointed annually.
For more information on this committee, or to inquire about becoming a member, please contact the Superintendent of Schools.