Contrary to popular belief, the Board of Education (BOE) does not run the Fair Lawn School District. Our role is to ensure that the district is well run through the creation and updating of policies. These policies serve as a guide to the superintendent and provide direction, a basis for decision-making, and an imperative for action.

When hearing concerns on issues affecting the district as a whole, our board members function as policy makers. We place these concerns on a meeting agenda for discussion by the entire board or a board committee. The discussions can result in new or revised district policies.

As individuals, board members cannot make decisions for the board, take actions for the board, or speak for the board, unless