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Board, administrators review committee structures and shared‑governance practices
Summary
District administrators described standing and ad‑hoc committees, co‑facilitation with the KEA, and mechanisms to ensure diverse membership and feedback; a district climate and culture survey and other checks were cited as formal means to monitor committee effectiveness
District administrators and board members discussed committee structures, shared governance and staff representation during the May 12 meeting of the Kaneland CUSD 302 Board of Education.
Dr. Atkins led the presentation on how the district organizes standing committees and ad‑hoc groups and described efforts to ensure committees include a range of viewpoints and co‑facilitation with the Kaneland Education Association (KEA). He said many committees are jointly led, meet on a regular calendar, keep minutes, and have published descriptions so staff know each committee’s purpose and membership process.
Dr. Atkins said some committees are…
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