About our Board of Trustees
Leading Strategically with Thoughtful Governance
The Carey School’s Board of Trustees helps ensure that the school is healthy, vibrant, and well-positioned to serve future generations by providing oversight of its financial, physical, and human resources. The Board also plays a key role in establishing the school’s mission, vision, strategic goals, and policies.
Like other NAIS and CAIS-accredited independent schools, the Board's essential functions include:
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Safeguarding the financial sustainability of the school
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Planning strategically for the future
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Maintaining bylaws and policies consistent with the school's mission
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Selecting and evaluating the Head of School
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Identifying, selecting, and orienting new trustees
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Assuring the school's compliance with applicable laws and regulations
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Playing a leadership role in fundraising efforts.
- How many trustees are there?
- What are the Board committees and how do they work?
- How often does the full Board meet?
- What are the requirements of a Board member?
- Is the Board compensated?
- How does the Board communicate with the Carey community?
- How are Board members elected?
- How do I nominate someone for the Board of Trustees?
- How do I inquire about the Board?
- Meet the Board