Shelby County Board of Education
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Issued Date: 08/26/10


STAFF ETHICS


Each employee serves as the representative of the Board. The Board is judged by its employees. All employees should strive to maintain standards of ethical behavior which will not detract from the educational process.

Standards of ethical behavior expected, but not limited to, include the following:

  1. To maintain a two-way communication with pupils, parents, staff members and community.
  2. To solve problems which arise in a just and equitable manner.
  3. To grow in skill and understanding in the job assigned.
  4. To interpret the system's goals and operations to the public.
  5. To represent the Board in such a manner that criticism is not directed at the Board.
  6. To refrain from any activities or dealings which will personally enhance the employee to the detriment of the system.
  7. To abide by established procedures to air complaints and grievances.
  8. To follow all policies and administrative rules.
  9. To maintain a professional relationship with students, parents, staff members, and community.
  10. To maintain confidentiality of records as required by school system policy, state and federal laws.

Failure to meet the aforementioned standards of ethical behavior may result in disciplinary action of the employer up to and including dismissal.