Board Policies

1000 - Board of Trustees

• 1000 Legal Status and OperationLast Revised On March 14, 2017
• 1000FE Proficiency Based ANBLast Revised On May 14, 2019
• 1006FE Flexibility and EfficiencyLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 1007FE Multidistrict AgreementsLast Revised On February 13, 2019
• 1014FE Intent to Increase Non-Voted LevyLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 1014FE-F1 Notice of Intent to Impose an Increase in Levies FormLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 1105 MembershipLast Revised On February 1, 2016
• 1110 Taking OfficeLast Revised On December 10, 2019
• 1111 ElectionsLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 1112 ResignationLast Revised On February 1, 2016
• 1113 VacanciesLast Revised On February 1, 2016
• 1120 Annual Organizational MeetingLast Revised On December 10, 2019
• 1130 Committees-MeetingsLast Revised On March 8, 2016
• 1210 Qualifications, Terms, and Duties of Board OfficersLast Revised On May 10, 2022
• 1230 ClerkLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 1240 Duties of Individual TrusteesLast Revised On December 8, 2015
• 1310 District Policy and ProceduresLast Revised On December 14, 2021
• 1312 Administrative ProceduresLast Revised On January 8, 2013
• 1332 Authorization of SignaturesLast Revised On January 8, 2013
• 1400 Board MeetingsLast Revised On December 13, 2016
• 1401 Records Available to PublicLast Revised On January 8, 2013
• 1402 School Board Use of Electronic MailLast Revised On December 10, 2019
• 1420 School Board Meeting ProcedureLast Revised On January 14, 2020
• 1420F Notice Regarding Public CommentLast Revised On January 14, 2020
• 1425 Abstentions from VotingLast Revised On May 14, 2019
• 1441 Audience ParticipationLast Revised On January 14, 2020
• 1511 Code of Ethics for School Board MembersLast Revised On March 14, 2017
• 1512 Conflict of InterestLast Revised On January 14, 2020
• 1512F Relationships Defined and ChartLast Revised On March 11, 2021
• 1513 Management RightsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 1515 OrganizationLast Revised On December 10, 2013
• 1520 Board-Staff CommunicationsLast Revised On March 12, 2013
• 1521 Board-Superintendent RelationshipLast Revised On February 12, 2013
• 1531 Trustee ExpensesLast Revised On January 9, 2018
• 1532 Trustee InsuranceLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 1610 Annual Goals and ObjectivesLast Revised On May 14, 2019
• 1620 Evaluation of BoardLast Revised On November 9, 2021
• 1621 In-Service Conference for TrusteesLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 1640 Board Participation in ActivitiesLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 1700 Uniform Complaint ProcedureLast Revised On August 10, 2021
• Legal Status and OperationLast Revised On August 8, 2017

2000 - Instruction

• 2000 Goals AdoptedLast Revised On January 11, 2011
• 2050 Student InstructionLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 2100 School Year Calendar and DayLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 2105 Grade Organization AdoptedLast Revised On January 11, 2011
• 2110 Objectives AdoptedLast Revised On November 10, 2015
• 2120 Curriculum and AssessmentLast Revised On January 11, 2022
• 2130 Program Evaluation and Diagnostic Tests MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 1, 2011
• 2132 Student and Family Privacy Rights MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 1, 2011
• 2135 Human Sexuality InstructionLast Revised On December 14, 2021
• 2140 Guidance and CounselingLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 2150 Suicide Awareness Training and PreventionLast Revised On January 14, 2020
• 2151F Athletics Consent FormLast Revised On December 10, 2019
• 2158 Family EngagementLast Revised On December 8, 2015
• 2160 Title I Parent Involvement MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On March 1, 2011
• 2160P Title I Parent Involvement Procedure MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On March 1, 2011
• 2161 Special Education AdoptedLast Revised On March 8, 2011
• 2161P Special EducationLast Revised On January 14, 2020
• 2162 Section 504 AdoptedLast Revised On March 8, 2011
• 2162P Section 504 Procedures AdoptedLast Revised On March 8, 2011
• 2163 Traffic Education MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2166 Gifted ProgramLast Revised On December 13, 2016
• 2167 Correspondence CoursesLast Revised On May 10, 2022
• 2168 Distance, Online and Technology-Delivered LearningLast Revised On June 14, 2022
• 2170 Digital AcademyLast Revised On November 9, 2021
• 2170P Digital Academy ClassesLast Revised On November 9, 2021
• 2171 Significant WritingLast Revised On December 8, 2015
• 2221 School Emergencies and ClosuresLast Revised On December 14, 2021
• 2221P School Closure ProceduresLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 2240 Summer SchoolLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 2250 Community and Adult Education MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2309 Library MaterialsLast Revised On January 8, 2019
• 2310 Selection of Library MaterialsLast Revised On January 8, 2019
• 2310F Request for Reconsideration of Library MaterialLast Revised On January 8, 2019
• 2310P Selection of Library MaterialsLast Revised On January 8, 2019
• 2311 Instructional Materials and TextbooksLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 2311P Selection, Adoption, and Removal of Textbooks and Instructional Materials MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2312 Copyright MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2314 Learning Materials ReviewLast Revised On February 13, 2019
• 2320 Field Trips, Excursions, and Outdoor Education MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2322 Contests for StudentsLast Revised On March 17, 2017
• 2330 Controversial Issues and Academic Freedom MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2332 Religion and Religious ActivitiesLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 2333 Participation in Commencement ExercisesLast Revised On October 14, 2017
• 2334 Release Time for Religious Instruction MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2335 Health Enhancement MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On April 1, 2011
• 2410 High School GraduationLast Revised On May 10, 2022
• 2413 Credit Transfer and Assessment for Placement MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 1, 2011
• 2420 Grading and Progress Report MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 1, 2011
• 2421 Promotion Retention MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 1, 2011
• 2430 Homework MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 1, 2011
• 2450 Indian Education for All MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 1, 2011
• 2500 Limited English Proficiency Program MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On June 7, 2011
• 2510-2 School Wellness MTSBA AdoptedLast Revised On March 13, 2018
• 2600 Work Based Learning ProgramsLast Revised On September 14, 2021
• 2600F Work Based Learning Affiliation AgreementLast Revised On September 14, 2021
• 2600P Work Experience Program InsuranceLast Revised On September 14, 2021

3000 - Students

• 3110 Entrance, Placement, and TransferLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 3120 Compulsory AttendanceLast Revised On December 13, 2011
• 3121 Enrollment and Attendance RecordsLast Revised On November 9, 2021
• 3121P Enrollment and Attendance ProceduresLast Revised On December 13, 2016
• 3122 Attendance PolicyLast Revised On December 13, 2011
• 3122P Attendance Policy ProceduresLast Revised On January 10, 2012
• 3123 Attendance Policy - TruancyLast Revised On November 10, 2015
• 3124 Children of Military FamiliesLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 3125 Education of Homeless ChildrenLast Revised On June 11, 2019
• 3125F Education of Homeless Children FormLast Revised On November 14, 2017
• 3130 Students of Legal AgeLast Revised On September 14, 2021
• 3141 Discretionary Nonresident Student Attendance PolicyLast Revised On November 13, 2018
• 3145 Foreign Exchange StudentsLast Revised On April 1, 2016
• 3150 Part-Time AttendanceLast Revised On September 14, 2021
• 3200 Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesLast Revised On February 14, 2012
• 3210 Equal Education OpportunityLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 3221 Student PublicationsLast Revised On February 14, 2012
• 3222 Distribution and Posting of MaterialsLast Revised On May 10, 2022
• 3224 Student DressLast Revised On November 13, 2018
• 3225 Bullying, Harassment, Intimidation, and HazingLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 3225 Harassment Reporting Form for StudentsLast Revised On
• 3226 Bullying Harassment Intimidation HazingLast Revised On January 1, 2016
• 3231 Searches and SeizureLast Revised On May 10, 2022
• 3231P Searches and Seizure ProceduresLast Revised On January 1, 2016
• 3233 Student Use of Buildings: Equal AccessLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 3235 Video SurveillanceLast Revised On April 10, 2012
• 3300 Suspension and Expulsion of StudentsLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 3300P Corrective Actions and PunishmentLast Revised On April 10, 2012
• 3310 Student DisciplineLast Revised On May 11, 2021
• 3310P Discipline of Students With DisabilitiesLast Revised On April 10, 2012
• 3311 Firearms and WeaponsLast Revised On May 10, 2022
• 3312 DetentionLast Revised On May 8, 2012
• 3330 Use of Alcohol-Sensor DeviceLast Revised On May 8, 2012
• 3340 Extra and Co-Curricular Chemical Use PolicyLast Revised On May 8, 2012
• 3345 GamblingLast Revised On May 8, 2012
• 3410 Student Health-Physical Screenings-ExaminationsLast Revised On January 1, 2016
• 3413 Student ImmunizationLast Revised On September 14, 2021
• 3415 Management of Sports Related ConcussionsLast Revised On October 8, 2013
• 3415P Management of Sports Related ConcussionsLast Revised On October 8, 2013
• 3416 Administering Medicines to StudentsLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 3416F Montana Authorization to Carry and Self-Administer MedicationLast Revised On
• 3417 Communicable DiseasesLast Revised On June 12, 2012
• 3431 Accident Report FormLast Revised On
• 3431 Emergency TreatmentLast Revised On January 1, 2016
• 3432 Emergency TrainingLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 3440 Removal of Student During School DayLast Revised On June 12, 2012
• 3440P Removal of Student During School Day ProcedureLast Revised On June 12, 2012
• 3510 School-Sponsored Student ActivitiesLast Revised On May 10, 2022
• 3520 Student Fees and FinesLast Revised On February 11, 2020
• 3530 Student Fund-Raising ActivitiesLast Revised On June 12, 2012
• 3535 Distribution of Fund Drive Literature Through StudentsLast Revised On June 12, 2012
• 3550 School Sponsored and Approved GroupsLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 3550F Student Club ApplicationLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 3550F Student Club ApplicationLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 3600 StudentsLast Revised On October 8, 2013
• 3600F2 Student Directory Information NotificationLast Revised On February 11, 2020
• 3600P Student RecordsLast Revised On February 1, 2016
• 3606 Transfer of Student RecordsLast Revised On July 10, 2012
• 3608 Receipt of Confidential RecordsLast Revised On July 10, 2012
• 3611 Gangs and Gang ActivityLast Revised On July 10, 2012
• 3612 District-Provided Access to Electronic Information, Services, and NetworksLast Revised On July 10, 2012
• 3612F Internet Access Conduct Agreement FormLast Revised On
• 3612P Acceptable Use of Electronic NetworksLast Revised On July 10, 2012
• 3613 Family NightLast Revised On July 10, 2012
• 3630 Cell Phones and Other Electronic EquipmentLast Revised On July 10, 2012
• 3650 Pupil Online Personal InformationLast Revised On March 26, 2020
• 3650F Pupil Information ContractLast Revised On March 26, 2020

4000 - Community Relations

• 4000 GoalsLast Revised On May 14, 2013
• 4120 Public RelationsLast Revised On May 14, 2013
• 4125 District Social Media PresenceLast Revised On August 12, 2022
• 4210 School-Support OrganizationsLast Revised On March 13, 2018
• 4210P School-Support Organizations GuidelinesLast Revised On September 13, 2016
• 4211 Community RelationsLast Revised On November 9, 2021
• 4301 Visitors to SchoolLast Revised On December 13, 2016
• 4310 Public Complaints and SuggestionsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 4315 Visitor and Spectator ConductLast Revised On May 11, 2021
• 4316 Accommodating Individuals With DisabilitiesLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 4320 Contact With StudentsLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 4321 Distribution of Fund Drive Literature Through StudentsLast Revised On May 14, 2013
• 4330 Community Use of School FacilitiesLast Revised On May 14, 2013
• 4330-F1 Assumption of Risk Waiver FormLast Revised On October 9, 2018
• 4330F Facilities Use FormLast Revised On March 13, 2018
• 4330F1 Facility Use Fee StructureLast Revised On May 14, 2019
• 4330P Rules and Regulations for Building UseLast Revised On May 14, 2013
• 4331 Use of School Property for Posting NoticesLast Revised On February 8, 2022
• 4332 Conduct on School PropertyLast Revised On May 11, 2021
• 4340 Public Access to District RecordsLast Revised On June 11, 2013
• 4350 Website Accessibility and NondiscriminationLast Revised On October 11, 2017
• 4410 Relations With Law Enforcement and Child Protective AgenciesLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 4411 Interrogation and Investigations Conducted by School OfficialsLast Revised On December 13, 2016
• 4520 Cooperative Programs With Other Districts and Public AgenciesLast Revised On June 11, 2013
• 4550 Registered Sex OffendersLast Revised On June 11, 2013

5000 - Personnel

• 5002 Accommodating Individuals with DisabilitiesLast Revised On January 13, 2009
• 5010 Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-DiscriminationLast Revised On June 14, 2022
• 5012 Sexual HarassmentLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 5015 Bullying Harassment IntimidationLast Revised On March 14, 2017
• 5120 Hiring Process and CriteriaLast Revised On March 11, 2020
• 5120P Fingerprint Background Handling ProcedureLast Revised On June 8, 2021
• 5121 Applicability of Personnel PoliciesLast Revised On January 13, 2009
• 5122 Fingerprints and Criminal Background InvestigationsLast Revised On October 10, 2017
• 5125 Whistle-blowing and RetaliationLast Revised On August 9, 2016
• 5130 Staff HealthLast Revised On September 9, 2008
• 5140 Classified Employment and AssignmentLast Revised On December 14, 2021
• 5210 Assignments, Reassignments, TransfersLast Revised On January 1, 2016
• 5213 VacanciesLast Revised On January 13, 2009
• 5220 Prohibition on Aiding Sexual AbuseLast Revised On March 13, 2018
• 5221 Work DayLast Revised On January 13, 2009
• 5222 Evaluation of Non-Administrative StaffLast Revised On December 13, 2016
• 5223 Personal ConductLast Revised On June 14, 2022
• 5224 Political ActivityLast Revised On June 9, 2009
• 5225 Tobacco Free PolicyLast Revised On June 9, 2009
• 5226 Drug Free WorkplaceLast Revised On May 11, 2021
• 5228 Drug and Alcohol Testing for School Bus and Commercial Vehicle DriversLast Revised On June 9, 2009
• 5228F Acknowledge of ReceiptLast Revised On June 8, 2021
• 5228F2 Request for RecordsLast Revised On June 8, 2021
• 5228P Drug and Alcohol Testing for School Bus and Commercial Vehicle DriversLast Revised On September 14, 2021
• 5230 Prevention of Disease TransmissionLast Revised On January 11, 2022
• 5231 Personnel RecordsLast Revised On November 12, 2013
• 5231P Personnel Records Filing ProcedureLast Revised On June 9, 2009
• 5232 Child Abuse, Neglect, and Sex Trafficking ReportingLast Revised On September 14, 2021
• 5232F Report of Suspected Child Abuse or NeglectLast Revised On
• 5250 Termination from Employment Non-Renewal of EmploymentLast Revised On March 14, 2017
• 5251 ResignationsLast Revised On March 4, 2008
• 5253 Retirement Programs for EmployeesLast Revised On June 1, 2010
• 5254 Payment of Employer Contributions and Interest on Previous ServiceLast Revised On April 11, 2017
• 5255 Disciplinary ActionLast Revised On June 1, 2010
• 5256 Reduction in ForceLast Revised On June 11, 2019
• 5314 SubstitutesLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 5321 Leaves of AbsenceLast Revised On October 8, 2013
• 5321P Conditions for Use of LeaveLast Revised On June 1, 2010
• 5322 Military LeaveLast Revised On November 11, 2016
• 5325 Breastfeeding in the School and WorkplaceLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 5328 Family Medical LeaveLast Revised On August 13, 2013
• 5328P Family Medical Leave ProceduresLast Revised On August 10, 2021
• 5329 Long Term IllnessLast Revised On March 10, 2020
• 5329P Long Term Illness LeaveLast Revised On March 10, 2020
• 5330 Maternity and Paternity LeaveLast Revised On March 10, 2020
• 5331 Insurance Benefits for EmployeesLast Revised On July 1, 2010
• 5333 HolidaysLast Revised On July 1, 2010
• 5334 VacationsLast Revised On July 1, 2010
• 5334P Vacations GuidelinesLast Revised On July 1, 2010
• 5336 Compensatory Time and Overtime for Classified EmployeesLast Revised On August 9, 2016
• 5337 Workers' Compensation BenefitsLast Revised On July 1, 2010
• 5338 Absence due to illness or injuryLast Revised On April 11, 2017
• 5420 ParaprofessionalsLast Revised On January 9, 2018
• 5420F - ESSA Qualification NotificationsLast Revised On January 9, 2018
• 5430 VolunteersLast Revised On July 1, 2010
• 5440 Student Teachers-InternsLast Revised On March 14, 2017
• 5450 Employee Electronic Mail and On-Line Services UsageLast Revised On July 1, 2010
• 5460 Electronic Resources and Social NetworkingLast Revised On January 14, 2020
• 5500 Payment of Wages Upon TerminationLast Revised On September 11, 2018
• 5510 HIPAALast Revised On April 11, 2017

6000 - Administration

• 6000 GoalsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 6110 SuperintendentLast Revised On December 10, 2013
• 6110P Superintendent-Board Job ResponsibilitiesLast Revised On December 10, 2013
• 6121 District OrganizationLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 6122 Delegation of AuthorityLast Revised On December 10, 2013
• 6140 Duties and Qualifications of Administrative Staff Other Than SuperintendentLast Revised On December 10, 2013
• 6141 Employment Restrictions for Administrative PersonnelLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 6210 PrincipalsLast Revised On August 9, 2016
• 6310 InternshipsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 6410 Evaluation of Administrative StaffLast Revised On December 10, 2013
• 6420 Professional Growth and DevelopmentLast Revised On December 17, 2001

7000 - Financial Management

• 7000 GoalsLast Revised On
• 7008 Nonresident Student Attendance Agreement Tuition Transportation CostsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7110 Budget and Program PlanningLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7121 Budget AdjustmentsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7210 RevenuesLast Revised On April 8, 2014
• 7225 Crowdfunding ProposalsLast Revised On March 13, 2018
• 7251 Disposal of School District Property Without a VoteLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 7260 Donations, Endowments, Gifts, and InvestmentsLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 7310 Budget Implementation and ExecutionLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7320 PurchasingLast Revised On April 8, 2014
• 7325 Accounting System DesignLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7326 Documentation and Approval of ClaimsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7332 Advertising in Schools-Revenue EnhancementLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7335 Personal ReimbursementsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7336 Travel Allowances and ExpensesLast Revised On April 8, 2014
• 7400 Credit Card UseLast Revised On November 11, 2014
• 7410 Financial ManagementLast Revised On January 13, 2015
• 7425 Extra-and Co-Curricular FundsLast Revised On December 14, 2021
• 7430 Financial Reporting and AuditsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7500 Property RecordsLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 7510 Capitalization Policy for Fixed AssetsLast Revised On December 17, 2001
• 7520 Independent Investment AccountsLast Revised On November 11, 2014
• 7525 Lease Purchase AgreementLast Revised On March 8, 2016
• 7530 Procurement of Supplies or ServicesLast Revised On November 13, 2018
• 7535 Electronic SignaturesLast Revised On November 8, 2016

8000 - Noninstructional Operations

• 8000 GoalsLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8100 TransportationLast Revised On January 9, 2018
• 8102 Contracting for Transportation ServicesLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8105 School Bus ReplacementLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8110 Bus Routes and SchedulesLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8111 Transportation of Students With DisabilitiesLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8121 District-Owned VehiclesLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8123 Driver Training and ResponsibilityLast Revised On November 13, 2018
• 8124 Student Conduct on BusesLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8125 School Bus EmergenciesLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8129 Chemical SafetyLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 8131 Indoor Air QualityLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 8132 Activity TripsLast Revised On April 14, 2015
• 8200 Food ServicesLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 8205 Meal Charge PolicyLast Revised On October 11, 2017
• 8210 Procurement Policy for School Food PurchasesLast Revised On March 13, 2018
• 8211 Procurement Policy Using Federal FundsLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 8225 Tobacco Free PolicyLast Revised On September 15, 2020
• 8300 Risk ManagementLast Revised On January 5, 2016
• 8301 District SafetyLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 8310 MemorialsLast Revised On March 8, 2016
• 8320 Property DamageLast Revised On March 8, 2016
• 8410 Operation and Maintenance of District FacilitiesLast Revised On August 9, 2022
• 8411 Water Supply Systems and WastewaterLast Revised On October 12, 2021
• 8420 District-Wide Asbestos ProgramLast Revised On March 8, 2016
• 8421 Lead RenovationLast Revised On August 9, 2016
• 8425 Service AnimalsLast Revised On July 9, 2019
• 8425F Service Animals in District Facilities FormLast Revised On June 13, 2017
• 8425P Service Animal Allowance ProcedureLast Revised On July 9, 2019
• 8430 Records ManagementLast Revised On December 13, 2016
• 8440 Computer SoftwareLast Revised On September 13, 2016
• 8450 Procedures for Use of AEDLast Revised On January 10, 2016
• 8450P Procedures for Use of AEDLast Revised On February 14, 2017
• 8460 Naming School District FacilitiesLast Revised On September 13, 2016
• 8550 Cyber Incident ResponseLast Revised On September 15, 2020