Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees 2009-2010

Princeton Charter School is governed by a Board of Trustees whose ultimate responsibility is to uphold the mission of the school by providing for the well-being of the institution in the present as well as the future. The Board protects the public interest and upholds the public trust by applying the highest standards of service in governing the school according to its Charter, by-laws, and relevant state and federal statutes. It is the duty of the Board of Trustees to make plans, establish policies, and assess the performance of the school as a whole. The Board also bears ultimate responsibility for the school's finances and physical plant. The Board must also identify, select, work with, support and evaluate the Princeton Charter School Head of School, who is the professional educational leader of the school as well as its administrator. In order to successfully undertake all these responsibilities, the Board must organize, manage, and assess itself in an efficient, business-like manner.

First and foremost, Trustees are nominated and elected on the basis of a firm commitment to the mission, goals and objectives of PCS; they should unequivocally support the educational philosophy espoused in this document and confirmed by the granting of a charter to the school. In addition, Trustees are nominated and elected for the qualities of leadership, service, and expertise in a range of fields which they bring to the school. No Trustee represents a specific constituency. It is imperative that the Board of Trustees make its decisions for the present and future welfare of Princeton Charter School as a whole, rather than in response to personal priorities or the wishes of vocal factions. No Trustee may speak for the Board on any issue until the Board in its entirety has decided that issue. All Board meetings are held in compliance with the provisions of the "Open Public Meetings Act." For a detailed review of the role of the Board of Trustees, please refer to the by-laws available upon request.

Board meetings are usually held once per month, with a closed session at 7:00 p.m. and open session starting at 7:45 p.m. Please check the school calendar for exact dates and times of meetings: PCS School Calendar