I will base my decisions on the Learning Forward vision and mission.

• I will maintain commitment to our common vision.

I will listen, engage, and hold myself responsible for examining all points of view.

• I will feel free to ask questions.
• I will have respect for operations and maintain openness.
• I will remain open to outcomes.

I will use humor, as appropriate.

• I will be flexible as the process unfolds.

I will air all disagreements during the meeting.

• I will adhere to transparency and confidentiality of the process.
• I will be inclusive of all opinions/thoughts/multiple perspectives.
• I have an obligation to express concerns, dissent when I feel it necessary, and challenge the ideas but not the person voicing them.

I will work in community to seek consensus.

• I will trust in the process and be patient.
• I will commit to the diligent execution of the plan.
• I will agree to consensus through commitment, enthusiasm and unification to the decisions made.

I will be fully present during the meetings.

• I commit to measure progress.
• I will sustain regular board norms throughout the process.
• I will participate in and support substantive conversations.