Graham BOE Code of Conduct Statements 1. I will prepare for, attend, and actively participate in school board meetings. 2. I will base my decisions on fact rather than supposition, opinion, or public favor. 3. I will strive to keep my board focused on its primary work of clarifying the district purpose, direction and goals, and monitoring district performance. 4. I will recognize and build upon the strength and diversity of my fellow BOE members treating them with dignity and respect. I will share my views openly while working for consensus. 5. I will actively listen to the constituent who addresses me personally but then follow the “Chain of Command” identified in Board of Education policy directing them back to the superintendent. 6. I will take no private action that might compromise the board or administration. 7. I will agree to ask the board president or the superintendent to place items on the agenda. 8. I will respect the confidentiality of privileged information. 9. I will strive for a positive working relationship with the superintendent and treasurer, honoring their respective authority to advise the board, implement board policy, and administer the district. 10. I acknowledge that the president of this Board and the superintendent act as the spokespersons for the Graham Board of Education.