The technology committee is an adhoc committee that advises the Board on computer systems and other technology deployment for the curriculum, school operations and instruction. By enlisting parent volunteers TCCS is able to reduce operating costs as our size precludes having full time information technology staff. The committee develops a Technology Plan for the Board of Trustees approval and works with the school Administration to implement it. Chairs: Yonah Hirschman & Hillary Keating  Meeting Times:TBD

Governance

The Governance Committee is comprised of trustees only because its functions and duties are exclusive to trustees. The Governance Committee oversees:

• Trustee Nominations and Elections, Officer elections
• Orientation of New Trustees, Maintains Trustee Handbook
• Policy and Compliance, Maintains Board Policy Manual
• Operations and Procedures: Personnel, Evaluations, Hiring, Correspondence
• Reporting: Parent & Teacher Survey, Student Survey, Board Self-Assessment and Annual Report
• Establishes the Concerns & Grievance committee
• Strategic Planning and Annual Review of TCCS’ Five Year Plan

Chair: Marilyn Marks and Richard O'Neal   Meeting Times: TBD

Budget & Finance

The Finance committee reviews and reports on all financial matters for the Board, and works very closely with the Director to ensure the Board’s finances are properly budgeted, documented and reported to the state and other required organizations. The Treasurer acts as chairperson of this committee according to TCCS Bylaws. This committee oversees the school’s finances, develops the budget, and prepares monthly reports to the Board. There are two ad hoc committees which will fall under the guidance of the Finance committee: Food Service program and the After School Program. Both these programs maintain separate bank accounts that ultimately roll up into the TCCS budget.
Chair: Rodney Ryland   Meeting Times:
 

Buildings & Grounds

This committee ensures the existing physical property is safe, conforms to all codes, and is adequate to the needs of the school, including playground areas and entry/exit security. The committee chair person works with the Director to determine priorities in routine maintenance and renovation. The committee is responsible for recommending changes in facilities (capital improvements, plans) and advising the board on lease negotiations and/or purchases. This committee is also responsible for long term site planning as the school’s lease is generally tied to the term of the Charter. This committee also stays abreast of and informs the Board on issues related to Charter School Legislation concerning building funding.
Chair: Rodney Ryland   Meeting Times:  TBD
 

Learning & Curriculum

This committee oversees the assessment of the school’s academic performance including instruction, curriculum development and staff training. The instructional program is reviewed and specific programs and policies are recommended to the board regarding academic, extracurricular activities and student life. This committee serves as a forum for the Director and Teachers to discuss needs and/or new programs prior to presenting recommendations to the Board.
Chair: Davia Brown-Franklyn  Meeting Times:TBD
 

Public Relations

The Public Relations function includes review of all TCCS marketing collateral and any information released to the public or advertising purchased. In this regard, the committee must work closely with the Director and the TCSCO Public Relations committee. Public Relations must foster outreach to the Teaneck community, consistent with the charter and mission of the school. This can include contacting local organizations, attending their meetings to talk about TCCS, researching and facilitating opportunities for community service by TCCS students and holding meetings at TCCS that are of interest to the Community.
Members: Yonah Hirschman Meeting Times: TBD

Grievance

The Charter School Program Act PL 1995,c.426, requires an Advisory Grievance Committee. The Board has established both a Grievance Committee and the Board Liaison for this committee is responsible for establishing them. The law reads: