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5. Commitment to

a Code of Ethics

5.1 COPY OF THE BOARD’S CODE OF ETHICS

Through moral and ethical practices, the Galena Park ISD Board of Trustees has earned the confidence
and trust of the community while championing the District’s mission to achieve “Excellence for All!” The
commitment of all Board trustees to the cornerstones of the Board’s Code of Ethics, equity in attitude,
trustworthiness in stewardship, honor in conduct, integrity of character, commitment to service, and
student-centered focus is unwavering and beyond reproach.

As a trustee of the Board, I shall promote the best interests of the District as a whole and, to that end, shall
adhere to the following ethical standards:

EQUITY IN ATTITUDE INTEGRITY OF CHARACTER
• I will be fair, just, and impartial in all my decisions and • I will refuse to surrender judgment to any individual or
actions. group at the expense of the District as a whole.
• I will accord others the respect I wish for myself. • I will consistently uphold all applicable laws, rules, policies,
• I will encourage expressions of different opinions and listen and governance procedures.
with an open mind to others’ ideas. • I will not disclose information that is confidential by law or
that will needlessly harm the District if disclosed.
TRUSTWORTHINESS IN STEWARDSHIP
• I will be accountable to the public by representing district COMMITMENT TO SERVICE
policies, programs, priorities, and progress accurately. • I will focus my attention on fulfilling the Board’s
• I will be responsive to the community by seeking its responsibilities of goal setting, policy making, and
involvement in district affairs and by communicating its evaluation.
priorities and concerns. • I will diligently prepare for and attend Board meetings.
• I will work to ensure prudent and accountable use of • I will avoid personal involvement in activities the Board has
district resources. delegated to the superintendent.
• I will make no personal promise or take private action that • I will seek continuing education that will enhance my ability
may compromise my performance or my responsibilities. to fulfill my duties effectively.

HONOR IN CONDUCT STUDENT-CENTERED FOCUS
• I will tell the truth. • I will be continuously guided by what is best for all students
• I will share my views while working for consensus. of the District.
• I will respect the majority decision as the decision of the
Board.
• I will base my decisions on fact rather than supposition,
opinion, or public favor.

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