Southern Local School District
Administrative Guidelines
 

7230 - GIFTS TO THE SCHOOL SYSTEM

 A.Any group or individual desiring to make a gift to the school system should first communicate its intent in writing to the Superintendent of Schools.

 B.The Superintendent shall then refer the matter to the appropriate person or persons within the system for a recommendation according to the type of gift which is contemplated.

 C.Where a gift is directly related to the educational program, a recommendation should be sought from those in the system who will be professionally involved in its use.

 D.The appropriateness or desirability of a specific gift should be evaluated on the basis of its educational value and how it fits into the total educational program.

 E.An up-to-date list of appropriate gifts should be kept by the Superintendent as an aid to groups seeking gift opportunities.

 F.Upon receipt of a recommendation from the school administration, the Board of Education shall make the final decision and so notify the prospective donor.

 G.All gifts shall be received and acknowledged by the Board on the part of the School District, and shall thereafter belong to the District as a whole rather than to any individual school, department, or individual.