Policy 1337 – Duties of the School Attorney

The Board of Education shall employ a School Attorney who shall be responsible to the Board of Education for guidance on all affairs which are of a legal nature, including, but not limited to:

1. Negotiation of all legal charges and processes for each bond issue and construction and/or reconstruction of new buildings;
2. Legal counsel on matters referred to him/her to determine legality of procedure;
3. Matters related to “due process” hearings or procedures

Adopted: 4/25/01