The Board Office supports Chicago Board of Education members in the following ways:
- Support and increase the capacity of Chicago Board of Education members to govern CPS
- Increase public access and engagement with Chicago Board of Education members
- Strengthen transparency of CPS policies, operations, and initiatives
- Lead execution of all administrative responsibilities of the Board Office
Responsible for:
- Administering Chicago Board of Education meetings, including releasing meeting agendas, registering speakers and attendees, recording meeting proceedings, and logging Board actions
- Hosting Board member office hours to allow the public to speak with Board members regarding important issues
- Maintaining Board rules, policies, and the CPS archive
- Executing and processing contracts, agreements, and legal instruments
- Providing supports and services to key stakeholders, including www.cpsboe.org and phone service