January
is California School Board Recognition Month.
The
state board of education, in extending its wholehearted appreciation to the
dedicated individuals who serve on local school boards, cited several aspects
of their service.
It
acknowledged that an excellent public education system is vital to the quality
of life for all California communities.
It
pointed out that school board members are locally elected to provide
educational leadership and respond to the needs of their communities based on
local conditions.
The
board cited the fact that school boards are the voice of their communities,
serving the interests of students and preparing them for the future.
It
acknowledged that school board members must deal with complex educational and
social issues and that they are dedicated to upholding public education
policies and principles.
It
also proclaimed that school board members deserve recognition and thanks for
their countless hours of service to the students of California’s public
schools.
The
California public school system is the largest and most diverse in the nation,
serving more than 6.2 million students.
For
this reason, the state board joined the entire educational community in
encouraging all Californians to thank school board members for all they do for
our children and their education.
I
invite our community to do the same.
