The Montgomery County Board of Education has requested community comment regarding its new core governance policy on creating and sustaining a positive work environment. Core governance policies express clear, comprehensive visions of the fundamental values and goals of the Board of Education.

Policy GAA, Positive Work Environment in a Self-renewing Organization, articulates the Board’s commitment to professional growth systems for all employees and promotes an environment of high expectations and mutual respect.

Copies of the draft policy are available through the Public Information Office by calling 301-279-3391 or on the Montgomery County Public Schools web site at the link below.

Individuals who wish to provide comments should respond in writing by March 31, 2005. All responses should be sent to the Office of the Superintendent of Schools, 850 Hungerford Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850. The responses will be shared with the Board of Education.