Board Policy Governance Manual
Article I: Appointment of Board of Trustees Members
Article II: Powers and Duties of the Board of Trustees
Article III: Officers--Election and Duties
Article IV: Board Meetings
Policy # |
Policy |
Method |
Monitoring Report Due |
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Policy Type: Executive Limitations - President |
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Global Executive Limitations |
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Treatment of Students |
Internal |
Annually-November |
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Treatment of Employees |
Internal |
Annually-November |
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Financial Planning |
Internal |
May, November |
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External |
Annual Audit |
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Actual Financial Condition and Activities |
Internal |
May, November |
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External |
Annual Audit |
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Emergency President Succession |
Internal |
Annually/March |
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Asset Protection |
Internal |
May, November |
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External |
Annual Audit |
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Compensation & Benefits |
Internal |
Annually-May |
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Personnel Report |
Internal |
Monthly |
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Communication & Support |
Direct Inspection |
Annually-March |
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Financial Statements |
Internal |
Monthly |
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Policy Type: Governance Process - Board |
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Global Governance Commitment |
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Governing Style |
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Board Job Description |
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Agenda Planning |
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Chairperson's Role |
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Board Members' Code of Conduct |
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Board Committee Principles |
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Policy Governance Review |
Direct Inspection |
Annually-March |
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Policy Type: Board-President Delegation |
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Global Governance Management Connection |
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Unity of Control |
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Accountability of the President |
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Delegation to the President |
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Monitoring the President's Performance |
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ENDS | |||
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ENDS # |
Policy |
Method |
Monitoring Report Due |
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ENDS 1 |
Viability (presented in September) |
Internal External |
Annually- May |
ENDS 2 |
Hub and Resources (presented in November) This ENDS performance area focuses on the connections SouthArk has with the community, serving as an educational hub for the region. The College’s involvement in offering lifelong learning, training, and workforce development activities for area employers and community members is measured annually. Funds and supplies are also tracked to ensure that SouthArk consistently makes efficient use of its resources. • Community Education (Library) • Corporate Education o Business and Entrepreneurship o Industrial Training o Apprenticeships o Catalyst Program • Partnerships • Alumni Contacts • Foundation Donors • External Funding • Technology o Technology Lifecycle o Innovation with Technology in Academics |
Internal External |
Annually-September |
ENDS 3 |
Experience and Inclusion (presented in January) This ENDS focuses on the holistic student experience, which includes the instructional process and student support services. SouthArk recognizes the uniqueness of students and values these differences, providing a safe and positive learning environment. This ENDS also focuses on inclusion as part of a diverse and equitable setting for students, faculty, and staff. • Community College Survey of Student Engagement • Student Involvement o Organizations o Activities o Engagement o Community Service o Internships • Student Support Services o Learning Center o Testing Center • Finances o Tuition and Fees o Student Financial Aid Participation • High School Recruitment o High School Engagement Activities o High School to SouthArk • Inclusion o Cultural Enrichment Events o Inclusion Training for Faculty and Staff o Student Diversity o Faculty and Staff Diversity |
Internal External |
Annually-November |
ENDS 4 |
Team (presented in March) This ENDS considers the faculty and staff experience by demonstrating how the college has created a productive, respectful, and caring work environment. SouthArk builds and supports its team through professional development and growth opportunities. • Employee Professional Development • Employee Satisfaction • Employee Retention • Employee Recognition |
Internal External |
Annually-May |
ENDS 5 |
Year-End Review (presented in May) This ENDS seeks to monitor SouthArk’s overall initiatives related to innovative practices, improvements, and changes to achieve the desires college outcomes. ENDS 5 will consist of a year-end summary of ENDS 1-4 for strategic initiative tracking and evaluation. |
Internal External |
Annually-January |
ENDS 6 |
Mission Statement (presented in May) |
Internal External |
Annually-March |