Most charter school boards can’t function effectively without the following standing committees: Finance, Development (Fundraising), Governance, and Academic Excellence. These standing committees should be described in your bylaws. They are the permanent committees you anticipate always having.
All the other areas where you think you might need a committee are better named as “task forces.” Task forces are like temporary committees, dedicated to specific projects, and they dissolve when their required purpose is complete. Task forces can be created ad hoc, and they do not require amending the organization’s bylaws.
Most charter schools find the need for the following task forces: Personnel, CEO Support and Evaluation, Facilities, etc.
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