Unifying Board Opinion

“A unified board,” Kelvin shares, “emphasizes the importance of collaboration, trust, and respect among board members to effectively serve the school even when differences arise.” As a school board member, you are called to be a man of understanding, to interact with humility, to be a team player, to graciously accept different opinions, and to be a peacemaker. Join Kelvin as he explores what open communication, constructive dialogue, and respectful disagreement can look like within a unified board.

Components of Unified Boards

• Practice Teamwork
  • Know each other well.
  • Hear what each person has to say.
  • Listen to the quiet members.
  • Listen with humility to all ideas.
• Show Trust and Respect
  • Foster open communications and constructive dialogue.
  • Hear all opinions.
• Respectfully Disagree
  • Focus on the best interests of the school and all involved.
  • Be men of understanding.
  • Practice humility in sharing your own opinion.
• Move Forward
  • Respect the outcome.
  • Protect Community Perception
• Study Successful Examples of Unified Boards

Unifying Board Opinion was presented by Kelvin Plett at the Conservative Anabaptist Administration Institute (CSAI) on March 21, 2025.