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At Least 14 State Boards Elevate Teachers’ Voices in State Education Policymaking
A growing number of state boards of education are involving teachers in policymaking decisions, says NASBE analysis.
read moreInvolving Teachers in State Education Governance
A growing number of states boards of education see the advantages of involving teachers in policymaking decisions. Many have created a place for a current teacher to serve on the board.
read moreWe the Media: Communicating in Times of Crisis
Effective, clear communications in uncertain times is critical—for parents, policymakers, and the public.
read moreWe the Media: Social Media Policy for State Boards
The World War II-era posters asserting that “Loose Lips Sink Ships” reminded the public that careless talk could undermine the war effort. Fast forward to today, with more people, including public officials, taking to social media to opine on any number of subjects, an apt advertisement might read, “Loose Tweets Sink Fleets.”
read moreFrom the President's Pen: Evaluating the State Chief
Even more widely varied than how a state board is assembled is its scope of authority, with a few being solely advisory and others totally independent. All state boards have three primary levers: the powers of policy, convening, and questioning.
read moreLearning to Lead for Equity
Many state boards of education put equity at the center of their missions. This piece highlights the work of our Leading for Equity and Excellence Program (LEEP) and how it has coached state boards to be equity leaders.
read moreNew Member Institute 2024
New Member Institute 2022 will be held virtually over three days: June 29, July 27, and August 24.
read moreVirtual Annual Conference 2020
Join us for a stimulating virtual conference experience. The inspiring, thought-provoking sessions at this year's conference will give both new and longtime members high-quality learning opportunities to equip them to lead for excellence and equity and will elevate the role of state boards of education in policymaking and effective leadership.
read moreDefining and Defending State Board Authority
State board members should act early and often to articulate their board’s vital role in achieving excellence and equity for all students.
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