The Six Foundational Principles of Effective Governance (aka Fundamental Duties)

1.  Clarify the District Purpose
2.  Connect with the Community
3.  Employ a Superintendent
4.  Delegate Authority
5.  Monitor Performance
6.  Takes Responsibility For Itself

Source:  Illinois Association of School Boards (ISAB)
School Board Members - # of Days Absent 

Total Number of Meetings
2008/2009 = 20
2007/2008 = 17


STEVE QUIGLEY, President - 10 days    [endorsed by Mayor Claar]
2008/2009   7 absent
2007/2008   3 absent

MICHAEL EVANS  -  9 days                  [endorsed by Mayor Claar]
2008/2009   4 absent
2007/2008   5 absent

DAVE CARLSON  -  8 days                  
2008/2009   2 absent
2007/2008   6 absent

ELIZABETH CAMPBELL - 4 days                [absent due to Prof Dev Training]
2008/2009   1 absent
2007/2008   3 absent
If you want to learn more about their political background click on to School Board Members


Source: 2007-2009 School Board Meetings - Minutes