2121 — Superintendent's Contract (BP)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
This policy, last revised October 8, 2024, governs the Superintendent's employment contract. The Board can offer contracts up to four years with no automatic renewal. Contracts must include salary, benefits, work schedule, evaluation criteria, and termination conditions. If terminated early, the Superintendent can receive a maximum cash settlement of either their monthly salary times remaining months or 12 months' salary, whichever is less—but zero settlement if fraud is confirmed. The Board cannot fire the Superintendent without cause at special meetings or within 30 days after Board elections. Contract negotiations happen in closed session, but final approval and salary discussions must occur publicly at regular meetings. The contract and related documents become public records once the approval process begins.
What this means for your family
This policy ensures stable district leadership by setting clear rules for hiring and retaining the Superintendent, who oversees all school operations affecting your children. It promotes budget responsibility by capping severance payments and requiring public disclosure of compensation. Strong, accountable leadership directly impacts educational quality, school safety, and how effectively your concerns are addressed. Public approval requirements let families see how taxpayer dollars compensate top administrators.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.