This policy manual contains the policies of the board of directors of the North-Linn Community School District. Policy development is a dynamic, ongoing process. New problems, issues, and needs give rise to the continuing need to develop new policies or to revise existing ones.
How To Use This Policy Manual
The North-Linn Community School District operates according to policies established by its board of directors. The board develops policies after careful deliberation, and the school administration implements them through specific regulations and procedures. The board reviews and evaluates its policies and makes revisions as necessary.
The manual is organized according to a numeric codification system. There are nine major classifications bearing a numeric Series Code.
100 SCHOOL DISTRICT
200 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
300 ADMINISTRATION
400 EMPLOYEES
500 STUDENTS
600 EDUCATION PROGRAM
700 NON-INSTRUCTIONAL OPERATIONS AND BUSINESS SERVICES
800 BUILDINGS AND SITES
900 SCHOOL DISTRICT-COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Sub-classifications under each numeric Series are based on a logical sequence and coded by the sub-classification numeric code.
How To Find A Policy
There are two ways to find a policy. The first is to review the nine Series and determine which section the policy may be in. By turning to that Series, you can review the table of contents to determine whether the policy is included. If the policy is included, you can turn to it by finding the correct code number in the upper right hand corner of the Series.
The second way to find a policy is to look up the policy in the alphabetical index found at the end of the manual. It will direct you to the Series and the policy code number. Again, you can scroll to the policy by finding the correct code number in the upper right hand corner of the Series.
How To Read The Signs And Symbols
A variety of signs and symbols are used in concert with the numeric codification system. These are explained below:
-R This symbol following a policy code number indicates the statement is an administrative regulation rather than a board policy.
-E This symbol following a policy code number indicates the statement is an exhibit rather than a board policy.
Legal Refernce This sign indicates the legal references. They tell the user where they may find the statutes, case law, attorney general opinions, or administrative rules that give authority to a policy.
Cross Reference Many policies in the manual relate to other policies in the manual. Cross references are provided to assist the user in finding all of the related policies.
Inquires about the policies included in this manual may be directed to the board members or to the Superintendent by telephone at (319) 224-3291 or by writing the school district at OFFICE OFTHE SUPERINTENDENT, 3033 LYNX DRIVE , P.O. BOX 200, TROY MILLS, IOWA 52344.
Approved 7-14-11 Reviewed 11-19-2019 Revised 8-27-2014
