Executive: internally elected each Spring, the Board President, Vice-President, Treasurer, & Secretary meet monthly with the Head of School. Closed meetings.

Finance: purpose is to ensure the financial sustainability of Sussex School and provide guidance to the Board for all policy decisions pertaining to financial planning and oversight. It is responsible for recommending financial policies, goals, and budgets that support the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the school. The committee also reviews the school’s financial performance against its goals and proposes major transactions and programs to the Board. Closed meetings.

The purpose of the Nominating and Governance Committee is to ensure that Sussex School is governed wisely and in accordance with the School’s mission, articles of incorporation and bylaws by qualified individuals who are able to provide effective and efficient leadership. The committee proposes a slate of new/renewing board directors and officers to the Board annually, using selection criteria reflecting both the immediate and long-term needs of the School. Closed meeting.

Strategic Fundraising & Alumni Relations: works in close collaboration with the school’s Advancement Manager and Head of School in the strategic fundraising and development efforts of Sussex School. Please reach out to the Staff Chair, advancement@sussexschool.org,(advancement@sussexschool.org) with any questions! All welcome.

Technology: Serves as the primary point of contact between the Board and school personnel responsible for addressing the school’s technology needs (as well as planning to address those needs in the future). All welcome.

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This group focuses on the planning, organizing, and recruiting donations for Sussex School’s annual major donor event held each late Winter. Please join us if you are able, we rely heavily on this working committee to plan and host this super fun event. Contact Advancement Manager if interested. Open to all.