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School board elections are right around the corner. Is your board prepared?An effective onboarding process benefits new members by helping them acclimate quickly while avoiding common pitfalls that can strain relations. Through a proactive pl
School board elections are right around the corner. Is your board prepared?An effective onboarding process benefits new members by helping them acclimate quickly while avoiding common pitfalls that can strain relations. Through a proactive pl
As spring approaches, school boards are inundated with budget meetings, budget updates and budgetary data. In this episode, our goal is to provide the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure boards are well-equipped to fulfill their fiduciary
Nationwide, staffing shortages have become one of the most pressing and complex issues facing public education today. In New York State, estimates show that approximately 18,000 new teachers will be needed annually over the next decade to meet
As artificial intelligence emerges as the next frontier in technology, many are excited about the possibilities that are on the horizon. However, there are just as many questions as much is unknown about artificial intelligence. In this episode
We are becoming a more diverse nation, and it is evident in our k-12 school communities. There are numerous benefits for our students when we consciously pay attention to diversity in schools. However, promoting diversity is more than just enco
A recent federal court decision and an informal opinion of counsel from the NYS Education Department reinterpreted the law related to special education eligibility. In this episode, we focus on special education, specifically the rules for dete
Dismantling the School-to-Prison Pipeline: How to Promote Healthy School Climates & Student Outcomes
Recommendations from the statewide Safe Schools Task Force on school safety highlight a need to redesign school discipline policies and practices to foster a supportive and developmentally appropriate approach to school discipline in lieu of a
No matter how good of a fit a new superintendent may be, onboarding is an important step that supports the successful transition of any new superintendent. There are some things a board can do to help effectively onboard their superintendent. A
As the calendars turn to July, boards of education will be preparing for their reorganization meetings. For some, these may seem like a formality, but there are very important things happening in these meetings, including newly elected board
In April of 2022, New York State established a nation-leading commitment to reduce greenhouse gas production by requiring all school buses in operation to be electric by 2035. A fully electric bus fleet will reduce harmful tailpipe emissions an
Over the past few years, whether you’ve picked up a newspaper, read one online or tuned in to virtually any news broadcast, no doubt you’ve heard at least one story about social media’s harmful effects on teenagers.This episode will spotlight
In Part I of the Agents of Change episode, we focused on the research that supports the benefits of providing equitable access and opportunities for students and the use of student voice in the decision-making process.Thanks to the feedback w
Listen to this episode to learn the answers to the following questions:How can district leaders (school board members and administration) ensure equitable access to programming and opportunities in their district?1. How can district leaders
School boards have the responsibility to make important decisions on behalf of all students and the community they serve. Diverse perspectives and opposing viewpoints should not hinder or stifle deliberations. Understanding and implementing a c
An agenda is the roadmap for a board meeting.The board president uses it to keep meetings focused and moving forward. The agenda identifies various topics that will be discussed and actions that will be taken during the meeting.In this epis
As we continue to emerge from the pandemic, school boards can now refocus on leading their districts into the future. But how is this done? And what is the role of the board in setting visionary goals that will impact all aspects of the educati
As schools reopen, and we continue to move toward normal, it’s important for districts to continue to address the gap in student learning that resulted from the pandemic. Initially referred to as “learning loss”, many educators now characterize
As a board member, you may wonder how politics might impact boards of education. In this episode, we discuss why it is critical to keep politically charged issues out of the boardroom and how to ensure that your board maintains unity when so ma
With reorganization meetings just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about electing your board president. In this episode of President’s Gavel, Mark highlights what leadership skills matter most at the board table and shares five cha
It often takes time for newly elected school board members to feel comfortable in their new positions. This transition can become uncomfortable following a contentious election, which all too often leads to conflict on a board. But there are wa
Running an effective school board meeting may look slightly different from district to district. But the need to understand how to lead effectively in a polarizing climate is universal. In this episode of the President’s Gavel Darci and Harris
Research has proven the most successful school boards engage in a continuing process of self-evaluation and use the results, to identify opportunities for improvement. In this episode, Mark explains the why a self-evaluation tool is useful and
School boards have the responsibility to make important decisions on behalf of all students and the community they serve. Diverse perspectives and opposing viewpoints should not hinder or stifle deliberations. Understanding and implementing a c
The unofficial start of the budgeting season has begun, and there is a sense of optimism about Governor Hochul’s proposed executive budget as it reflects her pledge to increase funding for school districts. In this episode, we will explore t
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