The American Association for School Administrators
Statement of Ethics for Educational Leaders An educational leader's professional conduct must conform to an ethical code of behavior, and the code must set high standards for all educational leaders. The educational leader provides professional leadership across the district and also across the community. This responsibility requires the leaders to maintain standards of exemplary professional conduct while recognizing that his or her actions will be viewed and appraised by the community, professional associates and students. The educational leader acknowledges that he or she serves the schools and community by providing equal educational opportunities to each and every child. The work of the leader must emphasize accountability and results, increased student achievement, and high expectations for each and every student. To these ends, the educational leader subscribes to the following statements of standards: I. Public Education Public education is the foundation of American democracy and is the primary vehicle for preparing each generation of adult citizens to become contributing members of a democratic society. II. Diversity School leaders have a responsibility to create school cultures that recognize and value diversity. III. Conditions under Which Children Learn Environments conducive to learning require that all variables that influence a student's ability to succeed should be addressed. IV. Student Achievement All public schools must provide a quality education for each student, which requires meeting high standards. V. Accountability A system of accountability which clearly demonstrates the level of progress attained by schools or school districts is essential to fulfilling our mission of increasing student achievement. VI. Leadership The leadership provided by superintendents is critical to the success of the public school systems. VII. Partnerships and Linkage Building partnerships among the many stakeholders contributes to the education and well being of our children and therefore is the responsibility of the entire community. VIII.Governance Boards of education and superintendents are the governing team responsible for building and maintaining a strong partnership focused on continuously increasing achievement for ALL students. CODE OF ETHICS 1. Makes the education and well-being of students the fundamental value of all decision-making. 2. Fulfills all professional duties with honesty and integrity and always acts in a trustworthy and responsible manner. 3. Supports the principle of due process and protects the civil and human rights of all individuals. 4. Implements local, state, and national laws. 5. Advises the school board and implements the board's policies and administrative rules and regulations. 6. Pursues appropriate measures to correct those laws, policies, and regulations that are not consistent with sound educational goals or that are not in the best interest of children. 7. Avoids using his/her position for personal gain through political, social, religious, economic, or other influences. 8. Accepts academic degrees or professional certification only from accredited institutions. 9. Maintains the standards and seeks to improve the effectiveness of the profession through research and continuing professional development. 10. Honors all contracts until fulfillment, release, or dissolution mutually agreed upon by all parties. 11. Accepts responsibility and accountability for one's own actions and behaviors. 12. Commits to serving others above self.
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