Leadership
Administration
SSD's administration team, consisting of the superintendent and District leadership team, plays a crucial role in guiding the educational strategy and operations. Their collective efforts ensures SSD adheres to high educational standards and addresses the needs of all students, directly influencing the overall quality of education and student success.
Board of Education
The key responsibilities of the Board are to review and approve the District's annual budget; review and approve the District's long-range plan; hire and evaluate SSD's superintendent; serve as a liaison with subdistricts; and evaluate and set District policy. The 22 school districts in St. Louis County are divided into seven subdistricts based on student population. Each of the seven SSD Board members represents a different subdistrict.
Governing Council
The Governing Council is a 22-member oversight board for SSD consisting of one Board of Education member from each of St. Louis County’s 22 public school districts.
The Governing Council reviews and approves the district’s annual budget; reviews and approves a five-year rolling plan for the district; and interviews and elects the seven members of the SSD Board of Education.
Public Review Committee
The Public Review Committee (PRC) conducts a thorough review of: structure, governance, administration, financial management, delivery of services, cooperation with component school districts, the District's role as an advocate for students with disabilities, and compliance regarding conflicts, and responsiveness to the needs and concerns of the citizens of Special School District.