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Duty of Loyalty
Full definition — The duty of loyalty requires board members to put the charter school's mission and welfare above their own personal or financial interests. This means avoiding self-dealing transactions, disclosing potential conflicts of interest, and recusing from votes where personal interests are involved. Violations can include steering contracts to family members or using confidential school information for personal gain.
Why It Matters
Conflicts of interest are one of the most common governance failures in charter schools. Understanding the duty of loyalty helps board members recognize situations where their objectivity may be compromised and take appropriate action.
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