Board of Trustees

Through the audit process and review the Audit Committee will monitor the operations and activities of the Mount Tamalpais School with the goal of insuring the accountability and integrity of the administrative functions.

The Strategic Initiatives Committee assists the Board with its responsibilities for the School's mission, vision and strategic direction. The committee works with the Head of School and the Board to create and implement the Mission and Strategic Plan of Mount Tamalpais School.

The Advancement Committee works with the Head of School to define the short‐term and long‐term funding needs of Mount Tamalpais School. The committee works with the Head of School and the Director of Advancement to create and build long term strategies and fundraising campaigns to attain financial self-sufficiency through the growth of the Endowment Fund and the Annual Fund.

The Committee on Community works with the Head of School and Administration to steward the strong, positive sense of community at Mount Tamalpais School. The Committee is focused on community-building efforts, partnerships across parent groups, and equity and inclusion work at the board and institutional level.

The Executive Committee coordinates the work of the Board, including, but not limited to, setting Board Meeting Agendas. The committee also conducts and oversees the annual evaluation of the Head of School as well as Head of School compensation, in conjunction with the Board of Trustees.

Working with the Head of School and Administration, the Facilities Committee oversees the maintenance and growth of the plant and grounds and properties. This includes stewarding the master plan and determining how assets are allocated to maintain and enhance Mount Tamalpais School's physical plant.

With the Head of School and Administration, the Finance Committee develops the long-range financial plan and yearly operational budget that is formally presented and ratified by the entire Board of Trustees. The Investment Committee monitors the performance of investment funds and investment managers in accordance with the Investment Policy.

With the Head of School, the Governance Committee manages the effective operation and continued growth of the Board of Trustees.