Webinar: Constructing a Sustainable Board - CMU Center for Charter Schools

Are you a board member at a CMU-authorized charter public school?

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Thank you for your interest in our governance curriculum and resources. This quiz is intended for CMU-authorized board members to receive professional development credit. If your organization is interested in partnering with us for governance resources, please contact Orlando Castellon at ocastellon@thecenterforcharters.org.

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1. What is the primary focus of constructing a sustainable school board?

Increasing profits.

Reducing school expenses.

Producing great outcomes for kids.

Hiring more teachers.

2. The selection of board members should be based solely on their wealth and position within the community.

True

False

3. What is a key characteristic of boards that stand out from the crowd?

Continuous learning.

More meetings.

Larger size.

Higher salaries for board members.

4. What are the recommended number of standing board committees according to the presentation?

One

Two

Three

Four

5. It is recommended to turn away potential board members if there is no immediate role for them.

True

False

6. According to the video, which of the following are NOT a recommended place to find potential board members?

Local Chamber of Commerce

Local Restaurant

Community Colleges

Professional Organizations

7. What reason is given in the video for evaluating board meetings?

To increase the number of meetings.

To ensure meetings are effective and time is well spent.

To eliminate board member roles.

To increase meeting complexity.

8. It is beneficial for boards to assign new members mentors for a smoother transition.

True

False

9. CMU advocates for three standing board committees:

Academic, Political Action, Governance

Academic, Fiscal, Governance

Academic, Building, Strategic Planning

Academic, Human Resources, Governance

10. Recruiting new board members should:

Take place once every year.

Take place when a board member resigns.

Be a continuous process.

Be an isolated event.

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