An educational administrator’s professional behavior must conform to an

ethical code. The code must be idealistic and at the same time practical, so

that it can apply reasonably to all educational administrators. The

administrator acknowledges that the schools belong to the public they serve

for the purpose of providing educational opportunities to all. However, the

administrator assumes responsibility for providing professional leadership in

the school and community.

This responsibility requires the administrator to maintain standards of

exemplary professional conduct. It must be recognized that the administrator’s

actions will be viewed and appraised by the community, professional

associates, and students. To

these ends, the administrator subscribes to the following statements of

standards.

1. Makes the well-being of students the fundamental value in all decision

making and actions.

2. Fulfills professional responsibilities with honesty and integrity.

3. Supports the principle of due process and protects the civil and human

rights of all individuals.

4. Obeys local, state, and national laws.

5. Implements the governing board of education’s policies and

administrative rules and regulations.

6. Pursues appropriate measures to correct those laws, policies, and

regulations that are not consistent with sound

educational goals.

7. Avoids using positions for personal gain through political, social,

religious, economic, or other influence.

8. Accepts academic degrees or professional certification only from duly

accredited institutions.

9. Maintains the standards and seeks to improve the effectiveness of the

profession through research and continuing

professional development.

10. Honors all contracts until fulfillment or release.

Adopted by the NAESP Board of Directors

– NAESP Board of Directors