Chain of Command
Constructive criticism of the schools is welcomed by the Board whenever it is motivated by a sincere desire to improve the quality of the educational program or to equip the schools to do their tasks more effectively. Members of the Gainesville City School System Board of Education have confidence in the professional staff and desire to support their actions in order that they are free from unnecessary, spiteful, or negative criticism and complaints. This policy does not supersede any employee’s or citizen’s right to contact Board members directly. However, whenever a complaint is made directly to the Board as a whole or to a Board member as an individual, it will be referred to the administration for study and possible solutions.
The Board advises the public that the proper channeling of and most effective way to resolve complaints is as follows:
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See Gainesville City Schools Board of Education Policy BCBI: Public Participation in Board Meetings regarding a citizen's right to address the board during a Board of Education meeting.