Governance
Resources to support effective school board governance, informed decision-making, and strong oversight. Explore information on board roles and responsibilities, legislative updates, state guidance, and other developments affecting Iowa school boards.
School Board Governance and Responsibilities
Iowa Department of Education
Guidance on the duties of board members, board officers, superintendents, secretaries, and treasurers.
Iowa Public Records Law
Iowa Public Information Board
Guidance on public records, access requests, confidentiality, electronic communications, and board responsibilities.
Powers and Duties of Iowa School Boards
Iowa Department of Education
The current Iowa law governing the powers, responsibilities, and procedures of local school boards.
Meeting Minutes Guidance
Iowa Department of Education
Requirements and practical guidance for preparing and maintaining official school board minutes.
Iowa Open Meetings Law
Iowa Public Information Board
Requirements for meeting notices, agendas, minutes, deliberations, voting, and closed sessions.
Robert’s Rules of Order and Parliamentary Procedure
Practical guidance for motions, amendments, debate, voting, and orderly meetings.