POLICY MANUAL - Calhoun County Schools

Policy 8. ---The professional school administrator does not permit considerationsof private gain nor personal economic interest to affect the discharge of his/herprofessional responsibilities.Policy 9. ---The professional school administrator recognizes that the publicschools are the public’s business and seeks to keep the public fully and honestlyinformed about their schools.Reference: Code of Ethics, American Association of School Administrators, 1966.Adopted: 03/23/78SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLSThe Superintendent of Schools shall be the chief executive officer of the Boardand shall be the administrator of the school system in accordance with federal and statelaws, State Board of Education rules and regulations, and system school board policies.The execution of all decisions made by the Board concerning the administration of theschool system shall be delegated to the Superintendent of Schools.TERM IN OFFICEThe Board shall appoint the Superintendent of Schools for a term agreed uponby the Board and the Superintendent.QUALIFICATIONS1. Must hold a valid Alabama certificate in administration and supervision.2. Must be a graduate of an accredited four-year college or university.3. Must have had at least three years of successful educational experience.4. Must be knowledgeable in school administration.5. Must be of good character, of high moral standing and integrity.6. Must possess good judgment and be willing to assume responsibility.7. Should have strong, pleasing personality and be respected by his/her peers.COMPENSATIONThe salary of the Superintendent of Schools shall be that agreed upon by theBoard and the Superintendent at the time of employment.3.03