Anoka-‐Hennepin School Board
DATE:
Briefing Notes
1/1/2020
CLASSIFICATION: Decision
AUTHOR: Name, Title SUBJECT: Title PURPOSE: A concise description of the problem, issue or challenge to be addressed. If seeking input, identify critical questions or areas in which feedback is needed. (Limit to 1-2 sentences.) BACKGROUND: A brief history of actions or events that are required to ground the school board members. This section may include a reference to the current situation or status. (Limit to 1/2 page.) CONSIDERATIONS: This summary should include all relevant facts, considerations and developments necessary to consider and make an educated decision. Examples: Impact on students, transparency, financial, legal, political, opportunity costs, communication, stakeholder sensitivity, etc. (Verify facts and attach appendices if more space is needed.) OPTIONS/CONCLUSIONS: Interpretation of key considerations, and when appropriate, the pros and cons of various actions. Always consider a status quo option. If this is a report to the board, synthesize key findings that may lead to future changes in policy or the organization. RECOMMENDATIONS/NEXT STEPS: Summarize
the situation and bring a possible solution/s to the board, using the administration's best No new elements should be introduced in this section. If appropriate, identify the next steps and when the school board may expect an update on the issue. recommendation.