The only organization dedicated solely to helping state boards advance equity and excellence in public education.
Leading for Equity and Excellence Program
The Leading for Equity and Excellence Program (LEEP) is a professional development resource for state policymakers committed to advancing equity in education.
read moreWorking with the Media
Board members can work with the media to help communicate important decisions to stakeholders and build public trust.
read moreConflict of Interest
How state boards can avoid conflicts of interest and the appearance of such conflicts.
read moreBuilding Partnerships with the State Legislature
The interests of students are usually best served when state legislatures and state boards view education policymaking as a shared responsibility.
read moreState Boards: Critical Link to Quality Public Education
As they advocate for a quality education for every child, state boards have four key roles.
read moreGoverning State Board Operations through Parliamentary Procedures
Proper parliamentary procedure makes the most of the limited time boards have together.
read moreNew Member Orientation
If new members get a good orientation early in their term, the whole board will be more effective.
read moreLet the Sunshine In
Board members should be well versed in their state's open meetings law.
read moreFive Steps to Being a Better Board Member
Like any skill, effective board service can be learned, practiced, and improved.
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