Code of Cooperation

 Battle River School Division Board of Trustees

2007-2010

As trustees we are educational leaders working towards the fulfillment of our mission and vision. Our work as a Board models our beliefs. To be vital, effective and positive as a working group, we will operate according to the following foundational principles:

1. We are committed to promoting and maintaining relationships based on mutual trust, confidence, respect and open communication with division and school personnel, students, parents and communities.

2.  We are committed to strong teamwork among ourselves and with Central Office administration.

3. Collaboration and consensus are the norms we aim for at all times.

4. Courtesy, dignity, and care for one another are the hallmarks of good discussion at our Board table. We will encourage the free expression of ideas and an atmosphere where there are no “stupid” questions.

5. We will focus on ideas and will not personalize issues.

6. We will show attention and respect for each other and our guests during meetings by avoiding disruptive distractions and side conversations.

7. Items under discussion must be connected to advancing the mission and vision of the Board.

8. We will resolve conflicts constructively; we will either take active steps to have an issue resolved or we will let it go.

9. We will not knowingly or carelessly cast doubts upon the honesty, integrity or motives of one another.

10. We will speak positively about each other and about BRSD at every opportunity

11. We will demonstrate support and commitment to the Board’s decisions once they have been made

12. We are each responsible for the progress and success of our team.