Boardsmanship Quiz Bowl 10
This is a 10-question quiz to test your knowledge on boardsmanship and legal issues.
1. The statewide primary is always held on the second Tuesday in May in even-numbered years.
True
False
2. Is there an answer to this question?
3. Before putting a motion to the vote, it is the Chair’s responsibility to make sure that members understand the effect of a “yes” vote and of a “no” vote if there’s any possibility of confusion.
True
False
4. It is extremely important that a board of education adopt and regularly review a mutually agreed-upon set of ethical principles because:
It is a reminder that doing things right is just as important as doing the right things.
It builds a shared understanding among board members about why things should be done in a particular way.
It is a strong signal to the community that that board is committed to effective governance.
5. School boards may enter into contracts for the provision of utilities, refuse disposal, transportation services, etc. These contracts may not exceed:
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
6. Access to distance education must be provided through Network Nebraska to each school no later than:
August 1, 2010
January 1, 2011
July 1, 2012
7. The Nebraska Commissioner of Education is required by law to have an office in the city of Lincoln.
True
False
8. Vacancies on the State Board of Education between one general election and another shall be filled by:
Special Election conducted by the Secretary of State
Appointment by the remaining members of the State Board
Appointment by the Governor
9. Members of the State Board of Education receive the same compensation as members of the Legislature.
True
False
10. One of the school board’s responsibilities is to set guidelines for the selection and adoption of instructional materials.
True
False
11. When visiting schools, board members should let staff members know what they could be doing better.
True
False