CAA-P1 - Division/School Administration Objectives

The Board of Trustees expects that, under its policies, and in conjunction with the professional staff of the Division, the administration shall plan, implement, coordinate and supervise procedures and programs which will achieve and maintain the highest possible standard of education in the Division.  The Board shall rely on its Senior Administration to provide the professional leadership required, and to specify requirements and expectations for all other administrators and staff members.

The major objectives of administration of the Division shall be:

1. To manage the Division’s various departments and programs effectively;

2. To provide professional advice and counsel to the Board;

3. To implement the management function so as to assure the most effective learning programs, by:

   • Providing leadership in keeping abreast of current educational developments;

   • Arranging for the staff development necessary to establish and operate learning programs that best meet the needs of students;

   • Co-ordinating cooperative efforts for the improvement of learning environments; providing necessary human resources, facilities, transportation, equipment and materials, through the wise use of monies available for same;

   • Providing access to the decision-making process for channelling improvement ideas.