Wautoma Area School District
Approved 12/10/81
Revised 10/14/99
It is the objective of the Board of Education to provide equal educational opportunities for all children within the District. It is the intent of the Board of Education to examine all federal legislation with this objective in mind, selecting those particular parts of the legislation that will enable the Board to provide a better educational environment, and better physical and mental growth for each pupil.
1. All aid dollars are considered a public trust, and the money is to be spent wisely following Board policy.
2. The Board shall be apprised of the applications for federal funds prior to their submission. Such aid will be accepted when the Board determines to its satisfaction that:
a. The program for which funds will be used is necessary for the proper education of our children.
b. The program cannot be financed from local funds.
c. Control of the program remains with the District.
3. In no circumstance will the Wautoma Area School District Board of Education apply for federal aid merely because it is available.
Legal Reference: Wisconsin State Statutes §120.13(6)
