Concept and Roles in Administration 

The administration of the Hamden School System is responsible for directing and coordinating the administrative staff in realizing the educational philosophy and goals adopted by the Board of Education within the guidelines established by Board policy, law, and negotiated agreements. The Board of Education expects the administration to specialize in the process of:

1. Decision-making and communication.
2. Planning, implementation, and evaluation.
3. Synthesis of individual, group, school systems, and community goals and interests into a coherent entity. The Superintendent is encouraged to conduct the operations of the school system according to the team management concept.

Policy adopted: March 10, 1998

HAMDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS     Hamden, Connecticut