Upper Arlington City School District
Administrative Guidelines
 

7230 - PUBLIC GIFTS TO THE DISTRICT

To be acceptable, a gift or donation must have a purpose consistent with those of the District, be offered by a donor acceptable to the Board, and become District property. (see Form 7230 F1)

In addition, a gift or donation must not:

 A.begin a program which the Board would be unwilling to take over when gift and grant funds are exhausted;

 B.bring undesirable or hidden costs to the District;

 C.place restrictions on the District;

 D.be inappropriate or harmful to the educational program of the District or to students;

 E.imply endorsement of any business or product;

 F.be in conflict with any provision of the General School Laws or public laws.

Such items as books, clothing, health items, necessary educational materials for needy children, food for needy children, miscellaneous items of small cost, recreational items do not need prior approval.

A letter of appreciation, signed by the Superintendent shall be sent to the donor, including the estimated value of the gift.