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1 BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER UNITED STATES AIR FORCES IN EUROPE UNITED STATES AIR FORCES IN EUROPE INSTRUCTION OCTOBER 2014 Certified Current on 23 February 2016 Personnel INSTALLATION COMMANDERS AND SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERS COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available on the e-publishing website at for downloading or ordering. RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication. OPR: HQ USAFE/A1SAS Supersedes: USAFEI36-401, 30 September 2014 Certified by: HQ USAFE/A1S (Mr. William Wilson) Pages: 14 This United States Air Force in Europe (USAFE) Instruction implements AFPD 36-26, Total Force Development. It supports policy in AFI , Airman & Family Readiness Centers, Department of Defense (DoD) M, Administrative and Logistic Responsibilities for DoD Dependents Schools, which requires installations to appoint school liaison officers and to provide certain logistic and administrative support to schools. It establishes a baseline for services as outlined in the Air Force School Liaison Officer/Military Child Education Desk Guide which is designed to ensure consistency and predictability offered at installations AF-wide. It prescribes and explains the duties of commanders and school liaison officers in discharging the school support responsibilities established by the Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe (COMUSAFE). It further covers support responsibilities for School Advisory Committees under DoDI , Educational Advisory Committees and Councils; reporting requirements under European Command (EUCOM) Instruction (ECI) , Overseas Dependents Education in USEUCOM; and responsibilities under DoD Directive , DoD Student Meal Program. It applies to USAFE commanders and school liaison officers who have DoD Dependents Schools in their community and who are responsible for students enrolled in the Non DoD Schools Program (NDSP). It does not apply to Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) or Air National Guard (ANG) units. The authorities to waive wing/unit level requirements in this publication are identified with a Tier ( T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3 ) number following the compliance statement. Refer

2 2 USAFEI OCTOBER 2014 recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) using the AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF Form 847s from the field through the appropriate functional s chain of command. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) , Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS). SUMMARY OF CHANGES This document has been substantially revised and must be completely reviewed. Changes reflect the Tier Waiver Authorities in accordance with Air Force Instruction , Publication and Forms Management. 1. Mission Statement. The Installation School Liaison Officer (SLO) connects commands, schools, and communities in advancing student literacy and promoting a diverse workforce that fosters stewardship and informed decision making for the nation. The SLO s primary mission is to ensure equal access to education and to develop educational excellence throughout the command. 2. Introduction: 2.1. Department of Defense Dependents Schools Europe (DoDDS-E) operates elementary and secondary schools on United States military installations throughout Europe for the dependent children of assigned military and civilian personnel. At USAFE locations where no DoD schools exist, school age dependents may enroll in the HQ DoDEA NDSP and be advised of international school options Installation commanders are responsible to support all school age dependents and provide logistical support to DoDDS-E school. The installation commander is required to appoint a senior officer as the military SLO who will appoint a staff member to serve as the civilian installation SLO [DoD M, Chapter 1, Section C ] The SLO provides a focal point on the military installation for school support matters. The SLO assists the installation commander in accomplishing school support responsibilities and serves as the liaison between the installation, school, and community The diversity of commands, schools and communities dictates that each installation has local policies and directives that affect the roles and responsibilities of the SLO A glossary of references and supporting information is at Attachment Roles and Responsibilities: 3.1. Commanders. Military child education is a Chief of Staff of the Air Force reportable quality of life initiative and strong commander involvement is essential for ensuring our children receive a high quality education that prepares them for an ever changing global environment. To strengthen parental involvement and provide an avenue for collaborative partnership between the command, parents, and schools beyond the classroom, installation commanders will accomplish the following:

3 USAFEI OCTOBER Commander Forums. Commander forums provide an opportunity to influence, educate, and support all military child education stakeholders by maintaining open communication channels. (T-3) Administrator Forums. The commander will host meetings between commanders, senior enlisted representatives, DoDDS-E principals or local Non DoD school leaders, and district administrators as needed or requested. To strengthen the home, school, community partnership it is recommended that installations host at least two meetings per school year. (T-3) DoDDS-E Teacher Forums. The installation commander will host an annual forum with DoDDS-E teachers at each installation with a DoD school. Forum topics may include, but are not limited to, welcome back, mission briefing, safety, high priority issues, etc. (T-3) DoDDS-E Hosted Forums: The commander encourages each level of the military command (First Sergeants, Chiefs, deputy commanders, etc.) to engage in DoDDS-E hosted forums. The commander, or his or her designee within the military command, attends at least one DoDDS-E hosted forum per year, in an official capacity [i.e., School Advisory Council (SAC), Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), faculty meeting, open house, awards night, graduation ceremony, curriculum meetings, sporting events, student performances, etc.]. (T-3) Commander s School Evaluation. Commanders at DoD and Non DoD school locations will provide an annual evaluation to COMUSAFE within 30 days of the end of each school year. Information should address issues of concern to the commander as well as specifically address: facility conditions, staffing, budget, class sizes, parental concerns, effectiveness of school leaders, and responsiveness of school officials to resolve problems, discipline, student achievement, and public affairs actions. The IMSC/OL/Detachment Child and Youth Specialist(CYS)/SLO champions commander recommendations. (T-2) If established by European Command, Wing and Numbered Air Forces (NAF) commanders attend the biannual Component Commanders Advisory Council (CCAC), co-chaired by Commander HQ USAFE (HQ USAFE/CC) or Vice Commander HQ USAFE (HQ USAFE/CV) and Director, DoDDS-E. Commanders submit Installation School Advisory Board (SAB) or Installation Advisory Council (IAC) education related issues that cannot be resolved locally, for resolution or forwarding through the military advisory council chain. (T-2) School Liaison Officers (SLO). The SLO should function as the commander s primary advisor on school-related issues. Commanders ensure the installation SLO secures guidance from the IMSC/OL/Detachment CYS/SLO as well as any annual training requirements. The SLO tracks all SAC, IAC, or SAB issues and analyzes data to identify trends. The installation SLO should work closely with IMSC/OL/Detachment to resolve issues and ensure compliance with all applicable instructions and directives. (T-2) DoD Education Advisory Committees. Commanders responsible for DoD schools ensure SABs and IACs are organized and functioning at the beginning of the school year.

4 4 USAFEI OCTOBER 2014 The SLO uploads meeting minutes to the IMSC/OL/Detachment ICE page for tracking and assistance. (T-2) The Installation Commander shall: Provide logistical and administrative support to the advisory committees. (T-3) Attend SAB forums or, if there is only one school on the installation, the SAC/IAC forums. (T-3) Assist the SAB chairperson in ensuring the annual end-of-year report is completed in a timely and comprehensive manner. (T-3) Act as a communication link between the SAB and the military chain of command on school advisory matters of interest and concern to the Unified and Specified Commands. (T-3) Absentee Policy. All bases will publicize and implement the joint EUCOM and DoDDS-E absentee policy. Parents should be informed of their responsibility to ensure all contact information at the school is current and correct. The commander is responsible for enforcing the policy as advised by the SLO. (T-2) COMUSAFE Policy on Parent Involvement. Installation commanders shall support and widely publicize COMUSAFE's policy on parent involvement in student education. (T-3) Parent / Teacher Conferences are the place of duty for military members and supervisors will grant civilian leave, as appropriate. (T-3) Supervisors shall provide military members time away from the duty site to volunteer in school, and grant civilian leave, as the mission allows. (T-3) Commanders are encouraged to endorse unit sponsorship and mentorship of DoDDS-E classrooms. (T-3) DoDEA Attendance Policy. All bases will engage with school personnel to ensure all parents or sponsors are advised of the DoDEA attendance policy. When requested by the school, the SLO or designated command representative will provide assistance to ensure appropriate action or services are implemented to improve school attendance. (T-3) School Liaison Officers at USAFE locations with DoD schools. The SLO roles and responsibilities at DoD school locations are grouped into five categories. (T-3) Communication. Effective communication is the primary tool of the SLO. The position requires a highly qualified and motivated individual with well-developed interpersonal, communications, and public relations skills. The SLO interacts with all partners in the education of school-age children: parents, teachers, students, private organizations, like Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), and government entities Advises installation commander concerning matters affecting student education and school operations. (T-3).

5 USAFEI OCTOBER Serves as liaison between organizations (private and official), providing assistance and services to students, school personnel, and community, and fostering partnerships between schools, families, and military organizations. (T-3) Promotes de-conflicting of calendars. (T-3) Each spring, the SLO facilitates coordination of the base calendar with school calendars to ensure goal days, family days, and school holidays coincide for the next SY. (T-3) Attends (whenever possible), as the commander s advisor, meetings of groups, boards, and committees, which impact students or the DoDDS-E school organization. Such meetings include: SAC, SAB/ IAC meetings, Continuous School Improvement (CSI) and School Improvement Leadership Team (SILT) meetings, PTSA meetings, Booster Club meetings, Open House and other school programs (i.e. plays, musical performances, ceremonies and graduations), and community health forums. (T-3) Works with school administrators and installation agencies on youth concerns. (T-3) Coordinates installation publicity for schools such as student registration, extra-curricular events and announcements of school closures due to inclement weather, ensuring all communities have access to pertinent information. (T-3) Assists in obtaining presenters or briefing materials for use in training; i.e., teacher, parent or command orientation/training briefings, etc. (T-3) Interfaces with schools to provide timely information to the commander on sensitive issues [student and staff discipline cases, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaints, child abuse allegations, safety incidents, litigation, absentee policy, etc.]. (T-3) Assists in establishing and coordinating the DoDDS-E school district feeder plan, and school bus transportation commuting areas. (T-3) Assists in timely processing of parental inquiries. (T-3) Serves as the liaison between schools and commanders regarding repeated offenses of the absentee policy. (T-3) Acts as a referral and resource for home school families or students attending local/host nation schools off the installation. (T-3) Attends and briefs military child education community concerns at the Integrated Delivery System (IDS) and Community Action Information Board (CAIB) meetings. (T-3) Assist Airmen and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) staff with dissemination of school options and information. (T-3) Ensure A&FRC staff are aware of unique school issues impacting military children and partner together to provide services that address the issues, i.e. deployment, frequent moves, etc.; utilizing MCEC and Military One Source resources. (T-3).

6 6 USAFEI OCTOBER Participates actively on the school s Student 2 Student (S2S) team, a Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) transition support program for students made up of the school counselor, school teachers, selected students, and the installation SLO. (T-3) Publicizes COMUSAFE's policy on parent involvement in student education as referenced in paragraph (T-3) Logistics. The SLO is essential in coordinating a variety of logistical services provided to DoDDS-E. Many of these services are detailed in formal agreements such as the Support Agreements (SA). Statutory or local requirements drive the need for other logistical support services Assists commander in analyzing logistical problems and recommends priorities and means for resolution. (T-3) Coordinates and secures cooperation from Engineers, Contracting, DoDDS- E Logistics Division, Transportation Branch, Supply, Comptroller, and others. (T-3) Assists the installation commander in meeting responsibilities to ensure adequate equipment to conduct the student meal program is installed or repaired (DoDD , Section ). (T-1) Assists in working with medical treatment facilities to provide emergency services for contact sports (DoD M, Chapter 2, Paragraph E2). (T-1) Support Agreement. The SLO is integrated into the process of drafting, coordinating, reviewing, and approving the SA. Personnel at the DoDDS-E Area Support Center or service component higher Headquarters are specialists in the support agreement arena and should be consulted. Refer to DoD M for specific descriptions of authorized support. (T-2) Facilities. All facilities are owned by the installation commander, who determines access to and use by authorized groups and organizations. The SA establishes the level of support provided to DoDDS-E. DoDDS-E receives separate funding for military construction and major alterations of schools. (T-2) Monitors repair, maintenance, and construction of DoDDS-E facilities. (T-2) Receives regular updates on status of school-related work orders, construction, and changes to the DoDDS-E five-year plan. (T-2) Tracks use of school facilities, using USAFE Form 401, Request For Use of School Facilities. Coordinates facility use between school and installation, and maintains a completed copy of USAFE Form 401 in the School Liaison Office. (T-2) Advisory Panels. The SLO provides logistical and administrative support to SACs, SABs, and IACs (DoDI ). See Attachment 2. (T-1) Attends SAC, SAB, and IAC meetings as non-voting liaison. (T-2).

7 USAFEI OCTOBER Publishes, the times and locations of local SAC, SAB, and IAC meetings in USAFE Main Operating Base (MOB) and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) publications to ensure widest dissemination. (T-2) Ensures minutes of each SAC, SAB, and IAC meeting are promptly uploaded to the HQ USAFE/A1SAS ICE website within 30 days of the meeting. (T-2) Monitors follow-up action on all open issue items. (T-3) Pre-briefs commanders for attendance at Component Commanders Advisory Council meetings and provides back-briefs on actions taken by the European Schools Council and Dependents Education Council. (T-2) Discipline. The installation commander may issue and enforce school discipline policies to supplement existing DoDDS-E or service directives. The SLO has a role in all school discipline matters Assists schools in resolving student discipline issues. (T-3) Coordinates with family member/civilian misconduct officer. (T-3) Acts as permanent member of the school disciplinary committee(s). (T-3) Supports DoDDS-E Student Transportation Offices with enforcement of school bus discipline. Liaises with parents as command representative during second phase of appeal process. (T-3) Student Meals. Student meal program is an important quality of life issue for students and their families. Responsibility for programs varies between installations and commands. In many communities, the SLO oversees this program (DoDD ). (T-1) Publicizes availability of free or reduced-price meals. (T-1) Evaluates applications using USAFE Form 400, Application for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. (T-1) Certifies eligibility. (T-1) Institutes a system to identify eligible students. (T-1) School Liaison Officers at USAFE locations with students enrolled in the Non DoD Schools Program (NDSP). At USAFE locations where no DoD school is available, the SLO will be identified as the NDSP Liaison and will serve as the point of contact for NDSP within the local community. (T-3) Communication. Effective communication is the primary tool of the NDSP Liaison. The position requires a highly qualified and motivated individual with welldeveloped interpersonal, communications, and public relations skills. The NDSP Liaison interacts with all partners in the education of school age children: parents, administrators, teachers, students, HQ DoDEA and DoDDS-E NDSP staff, and private organizations to include by not limited to, Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), and other government entities. (T-3) Serves as the installation commander s primary advisor concerning matters affecting student education. (T-3).

8 8 USAFEI OCTOBER Serves as command liaison between organizations (private and official), providing assistance and services to students, school personnel, and community, and fostering partnerships between schools, families, and military organizations. (T-3) Attends (whenever possible), as the commander s advisor, school and community meetings which directly impact quality of life for NDSP students. (T-3) Works with local school administrators and installation agencies on youth concerns. (T-3) Coordinates installation publicity for schools such as student registration, school calendar, extra-curricular events and announcements of school closures due to inclement weather, ensuring all communities have access to pertinent school information. (T-3) Interfaces with local school leadership to provide timely information to the commander on sensitive issues (student and staff discipline cases, child abuse allegations, safety incidents, litigation, absenteeism, etc.). (T-3) Assists in timely processing of parental inquiries. (T-3) Acts as a referral and resource for home school students. (T-3) Works with inbound personnel and sponsors to provide school information and school transition assistance prior to permanent change of station (PCS) and upon receiving assignment notification. (T-3) Reviews and recommends NDSP exception to policy requests before forwarding them to the local commander, IMSC/OL/Detachment and HQ DoDEA NDSP staff. (T-3) Works school transition issues to ensure successful integration into local public, private, or international schools and successful transition back to Continental United States (CONUS), utilizing a variety of resources available to military families. (T-3) Logistics. The NDSP Liaison at Non DoD school locations is essential in coordinating a variety of logistical services. (T-3) Ensures students and their families receive timely financial reimbursement from HQ DoDEA for authorized expenses through the NDSP program. (T-3) Advisory Panels. The NDSP Liaison at Non DoD school locations pre-briefs commanders for attendance at bi-annual Component Commanders Advisory Council meetings, when established, and provides back-briefs on actions taken by the European Schools Council and Dependents Education Council. (T-3) Discipline. The NDSP Liaison has a role in school discipline matters as defined by local school leaders. (T-3).

9 USAFEI OCTOBER Assists schools in resolving student discipline issues as needed. (T-3) Coordinates with family member/civilian misconduct officer as needed. (T-3). RICKY L. HARNESS, GS-15, DAFC Acting Director, Manpower, Personnel, and Services

10 10 USAFEI OCTOBER 2014 References Attachment 1 GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION DoDD , DoD Student Meal Program, 11 October 1983 DOD M, Administrative and Logistic Responsibilities for DoD Dependents Schools, 11 August 1995 DoDI , Educational Advisory Committees and Councils, 27 March 1987 DODD , Management, Acquisition, and Use of Motor Vehicles, 16 March 2007 AFPD 36-26, Total Force Development, 27 September, 2011 AFI , Communications and Instruction, 25 September 2013 Air Force School Liaison Officer/Military Child Education Desk Guide, February 2011 Air Force School Liaison Officer/Military Child Education Desk Guide for Leadership, February 2011 ECI , Overseas Dependents Education in USEUCOM, current version DoD Directives and Instructions: DoDEA Home Page: Military Child Education Coalition: Military One Source: Forms Prescribed USAFE Form 400, Application for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program USAFE Form 401, Request for Use of School Facilities Adopted Forms AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication Abbreviations and Acronyms ASC Area Service Center ASD (FMP) Assistant Secretary of Defense (Force Management Policy) A&FRC Airmen and Family Readiness Center CAIB Community Action Information Board CCAC Component Commanders Advisory Council COMUSAFE Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe CYS/SLO Child and Youth Specialist/School Liaison Officer DASD (PSFE) Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Personnel, Support, Families and Education)

11 USAFEI OCTOBER DoD Department of Defense DoDDS Department of Defense Dependents Schools DoDDS E Department of Defense Dependents Schools Europe EUCOM European Command IAC Installation Advisory Committee IDS Integrated Delivery System IMSC/OL/Detachment Installation Management Service Center/Operating Location/ Detachment MCEC Military Child Education Coalition NDSP Non DoD Schools Program POC Point of Contact PTSA Parent Teacher Student Association SA Support Agreement SAC School Advisory Committee SAB School Advisory Board SLO School Liaison Officer SY School Year USAFE United States Air Forces in Europe USAFE/CC Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe USAFE/CV Vice Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe Terms Area Geographical division within DoDDS which is equivalent to theater level; the Area Superintendent reports to Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) and supervises districts. Advisory Panel Organizations which provide advice and information to DoDDS or military entities as assigned. Organization, reporting responsibilities and communications procedures are set out in DoD See Attachment 2 for listing of panels, composition and function. Commuting Area The school commuting area is defined as a specific geographic area formally designated for determining eligibility for transportation of dependent students to a DoD-operated school. School bus services will be provided to all authorized students residing within the commuting area and outside of the walking area in accordance with DoD R, Management, Acquisition, and use of Motor Vehicles. A map and/or a narrative description shall be used to identify the commuting area. Head Quarters Department of Defense Education Activity Agency that oversees DoDDS; located in Virginia.

12 12 USAFEI OCTOBER 2014 Department of Defense Dependents Schools DoD organization with cognizance for education of dependents overseas. District Geographical division of schools within an area, supervised by a District Superintendent who reports to the Director of DoDDS-E. DoDDS Europe (DoDDS-E) -DoDDS education entity, located in Germany; Director of DoDDS-Europe is responsible for DoDDS education throughout Europe. DoDDS-E Area Service Center (ASC) DoDDS logistics entity, located in Germany, supports DoDDS-E throughout Europe, reports directly to DoDEA. DoDDS Europe Logistics Division, Transportation Branch Subordinate entity of DoDDS-E ASC with responsibility for transportation support of DoDDS-E schools and schools activities. DoDEA Feeder Plan The DoDEA feeder plan designates which upper grade schools receive students from lower grade schools (i.e., the list of kindergarten through grade 6 schools that supply a grade 7-12 school). It designates the school options authorized for students living in NDSP areas. Also, often used informally to describe the school boundary determination by a District Superintendent identifying which residential areas are served by a given school. Installation Commander The commander of a USAFE activity providing logistic and administrative support to DoDDS activities at a given location. The term encompasses base commander, community commander, or similar designations. Military Child Education Coalition a non-profit, world-wide organization that identifies the challenges that face the highly mobile military child, increases awareness of these challenges in military and educational communities and initiates and implements programs to meet the challenges. Military One Source A 24/7 information, referral, and consultation service for active duty and reservist members and their families. NDSP Liaison Full time, part-time, or additional collateral duty staff appointed by the Installation Commander to have responsibility over all military child education matters. School Liaison Officer Full-time, part-time, or additional collateral duty staff appointed by the Installation Commander to have responsibility over all military child education matters. Support Agreement Agreement between government agencies setting out service and support to be provided between them, on either a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis. May also be entitled Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).

13 USAFEI OCTOBER Attachment 2 EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEES A2.1. Education Advisory Committees. The committees listed are those established by statute or directive to provide advice and oversight to the DoD dependent education system. Figure A2.1 is a wiring diagram illustrating the interrelationships between these committees. The committees listed on the right have primary input to the military chain of command. The left side shows the advisory input to DoDDS administration. Figure A2.1. Education Advisory Panels. A Advisory Council on Dependents Education (ACDE) Worldwide Level: Completes tasks assigned by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Force Management Policy (ASD(FMP)). Advises Director, DoDEA on operations including curriculum selection and administration; meets periodically. Composition: Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Personnel Support, Families and Education (DASD (PSFE)); Director, DoDEA; overseas theater commanders; and other educational professionals. A Area Advisory Council (AAC) Theater Level: Reviews recommendations referred by districts or component command; meets twice a year. Composition: Component commanders (or designees), other agencies or organizations (e.g., American Women s

14 14 USAFEI OCTOBER 2014 Activities in Germany, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, European Congress of American Parents, Teachers and Students, National Military Family Association, Overseas Federation of Teachers, Federal Education Association, Federal Manager s Association). Chaired by the Area Director. A District Advisory Council (DAC) Regional Level: Advises district superintendents on issues, reviews issues from IAC. Composition: Determined by district superintendent. A Dependents Education Council (DEC) Worldwide Level: Makes recommendations to ASD(FMP) regarding broad range of issues related to the administration of DoDEA and the delivery of high quality education overseas; meets bi-annually a year. Composition: General and flag officers from theater commands and military departments; Director, DoDEA; ASD(FMP); DASD(PSFE). A European Schools Council (ESC) Theater Level: Reviews recommendations referred by DoDDS or component commands. Composition: Director of DoDDS-Europe and component commanders (or designees). Chaired by Chief of Staff, European Command (CoS, EUCOM). A Component Commanders Advisory Council (CCAC)--Major Command Level: If established, reviews issues raised by installation commanders and makes recommendations to COMUSAFE. Composition: USAFE numbered air force and wing commanders and Director of DoDDS-E. Chaired by USAFE/CC/CV. A Installation Advisory Committee (IAC) Installation Level: Advises installation commander; meets four times yearly. At USAFE locations with more than one school, the term School Advisory Board (SAB) is used in place of the IAC. Composition: One staff person and one parent from each SAC. School principals and installation commander attend but do not vote. A USAFE School Advisory Board (SAB) Installation Level: Advises installation commander and district superintendent; meets a minimum of once per quarter. Composition: Parents of students attending DoDDS schools and professional school employees, elected by parents and staff, and high school student representative, elected by peers. A School Advisory Committee (SAC) Individual School Level: Provides advice to principal; meets at least four times a year. Composition: Parents, professional school employees, and students (where appropriate) elected by parents and staff.