The Local School Decision Making Committee (LSDMC) is the primary governing body for each school in the district.
This committee gives insight and input into important decisions that greatly impact students' lives and shape their educational experiences.
The Board of Education has adopted a policy outlining the function of LSDMCs. Their role includes:
Board policy also governs LSDMC membership and gives proportional representation to all stakeholder groups.
Membership is comprised of four major constituencies, with a minimum of 12 members. The number of core members may increase but should remain proportional.
The groups include:
Optional members may include a student or a representative of a Partner in Education. Members are asked to serve two-year terms.
At least one annual meeting is required to review the purpose of the LSDMC and the OnePlan. However, it is recommended that the LSDMC meet monthly during the school year. All meetings are held at the school and open to the public.
Each LSDMC should elect officers, including a chairperson and recorder. It is recommended that Robert's Rules of Order be used to conduct business during the meetings. A quorum of the group membership is required for decisions.
Training is provided to LSDMC members to help them with their duties. In addition, a LSDMC Manual gives information on the committee and how it functions, as well as detailed data about the needs assessment process.
Districtwide LSDMC meetings are held quarterly each school year to provide information about recent district initiatives.