9224 — Oath Or Affirmation (BB)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
PDF not loading? Open directly in your browser ↗
↓ DownloadIn plain English
What this document actually says
This bylaw requires every Reed Union School District Board member to take an official oath or affirmation before they can begin their duties or exercise any Board member functions. The oath must be administered by an authorized person, such as another Board member, the district secretary, the Superintendent, the County Superintendent, or others legally permitted to do so under California law. Once the oath is signed, it must be filed with the County Clerk. This requirement is mandated by the California Constitution and state Government Code. The policy was originally adopted in September 2019 and most recently revised and reviewed in June 2025. The oath ensures Board members are legally qualified to serve and make decisions on behalf of the district.
What this means for your family
This is an administrative requirement for Board members and does not directly impact students or families. It ensures that all Board members are legally qualified before making decisions about district policies, budgets, or programs that affect your child's education. The oath requirement helps maintain proper governance and accountability in the district's leadership.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.