Governance Alignment Check

Within this competency, reflect on which areas you may want to observe more closely within your board’s work or seek clarity on by approaching the board chair or another trustee.

Identify one question that stands out for this competency and be prepared to discuss why it matters for your board.

1. How do we set and monitor annual goals for the head AND the board?

• What does the annual cycle look like?
• What metrics do we use?
• Where do these goals appear in agendas or dashboards?

2. How does our board handle compliance and fiduciary oversight?

• Accreditation responsibilities
• Legal filings
• Risk monitoring
• What are the specific expectations of each trustee?

3. What is our process for board self-evaluation and improvement?

• When was the last one completed?
• What were the findings and follow-up actions?