The only organization dedicated solely to helping state boards advance equity and excellence in public education.



Attend the largest gathering of state board of education members in the nation, with ample opportunity for peer networking and conversation. Expert speakers cover a range of topics important to state boards.

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Past Annual Conferences


October 23, 2024
Annual Conference 2024




October 25, 2023
Annual Conference 2023




October 26, 2022
Annual Conference 2022




October 6, 2021
Virtual Annual Conference 2021




October 22, 2020
Virtual Annual Conference 2020





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State Education Elections in 2024 Yield Few Shifts

Voters in nine states, three territories, and the District of Columbia elected 64 state board candidates.
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Technology in Education

Savvy state leaders will set their sights on ways to broaden access to technology’s benefits, solve problems confronting educators, and protect students against the risks of misuse.
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Developing Content Standards: A Foundational Task for State Boards

State boards of education typically play a central role in approving academic content standards, though their authority varies by state. This boardsmanship review outlines guiding principles and common processes to help state boards develop high-quality standards.

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