The purpose of this policy is to permit the Board of Education to honor its staff, former Board members, and other nonemployee persons with plaques, pins, token retirement gifts and awards, and other amenities.

The Board may, upon recommendation of the Superintendent, consider, as appropriate, the presentation of token gifts to such individuals and groups who have rendered service to the District for a period of time. The use of public funds for the purchase of a plaque, medal, trophy, or other award for the recognition of any employee, volunteer, or student may not exceed one (1) per recipient. [NOTE: the amount established for Intermediate School Districts.]

Public funds under the control of the District may NOT be used to purchase alcoholic beverages, jewelry, gifts, fees for golf, or any item whose purchase or possession is illegal. Any such expenditure violates this policy.

The Board hereby affirms that the expenses incurred as listed above only when they serve a public purpose. The Board believes that "public purpose" serves for the promotion of education, rapport with the business community, community relations, and the encouragement of nonemployees to serve as volunteers as well as furthering other interest.

Revised 11/22/10