Senate Bill 1279 Summary

• Requires school district boards of trustees to conduct annual written formal evaluations of superintendents by June 1, using a framework approved by the state board of education.

• Mandates superintendent evaluations include assessment of district performance on three specific metrics: Grade 3 literacy (Idaho standards achievement test), Grade 8 mathematics (Idaho standards achievement test), and high school graduation rate, which must be reported to the state board of education.

• Allows districts to include optional district-specific evaluation criteria addressing the superintendent's ability to develop goals, implement strategies, recruit staff, manage the school system, and engage parents and community.

• Requires evaluation to address the superintendent's strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement in job performance during the preceding year.

• Makes technical corrections to section 33-513 regarding professional personnel employment and evaluation procedures.