Montessori de Terra Linda Board of Trustee Committees
1. Communications Committee2. Finance Committee
3. Development Committee
4. Governance Committee
5. Green Committee
6. Strategic Planning Committee
The community at MdTL is regarded as one of the driving factors when families consider joining our school. This community spirit is evident during all of our activities! There are many ways to get involved - some parents look at the opportunities presented inside the classroom. However, many parents move beyond the classroom.
The MdTL Board of Trustees has five committees that are open to members of our community - take a look at the descriptions, the projects and contact a member if you are interested in joining. If the MdTL Board of Trustees is an area of interest, we ask that you participate on one of our committees prior to applying. For more details, please choose the appropriate area to "click on."
The MdTL Board of Trustees has six standing committees. All of these committees play an important role within the community. We encourage members of the MdTL community to step forward and participate. If you are interested in joining the Board of Trustees, we ask that you participate on a committee prior to applying. Questions can be addressed to the chairpeople or any member of the Board. Thank you in advance for your interest and support.
Committee Descriptions
Communications - Verona Tanihara, Chairperson (Meeting time varies - subcommittees set times)
The Communications Committee is responsible for the creation and management of internal and external communications at MdTL. Key responsibilities include publishing the Annual Report and "Messenger" newsletter, management of the school's website, public relations, alumni database and working with other committees to effectively communicate their projects.
Finance - (2nd Tuesday of each month at lunch time)
The Board Treasurer leads the Finance Committee. The Finance Committee reviews the health and state of the business, while providing leadership in creation, ratification and management of the school's budget. This committee reviews all audit comments and implements any necessary changes resulting from these comments. Guided by the investment policy set for the school, the committee manages MdTL investments.
Development - Diane Mina, Chairperson (1st Monday of each month at 8:40AM)
The Development Committee plans and executes yearly fundraising activities. Major fundraising events include, but are not limited to, the annual fund, annual auction and online fundraising.
Governance Committee - Lynn Simons, Chairperson (Quarterly - as needed)
The Governance Committee provides oversight of the Board of Trustee's practices and procedures, including maintenance of the bylaws. The committee is currently responsible for the documentation of the Board of Trustees recruiting process, as well as the execution of that process until the process is sufficiently mature such that a separate committee or sub-committee can be formed. Furthermore, the committee ensures ongoing Board education and conducts an annual Board self-assessment. Currently, this committee is only open to existing Board members.
Green Committee - Amy McKelvey and Linda Kealey, Co-Chairpersons (1st Monday of the month at 8:45AM)
The Green Committee takes a leadership role in our community for creation of an environment of health and sustainability throughout the MdTL campus. The committee consists of an energized and forward thinking group of parents and staff working together to achieve such an environment.
Strategic Planning - Jaye Flynn, Chairperson (2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30PM)
The Strategic Planning Committee creates the vision for MdTL's long term strategic direction. This includes setting goals for the organization and achieving buy-in from the Board of Trustees. The committee is responsible for the creation of a written strategic plan, including a plan for execution and evaluation of the plan's effectiveness.
