School Safety

The recent shootings in Parkland, Florida have reignited the nation's focus on protecting students and staff in our schools. School boards and their administrators are fully aware of the dangers and have proactively taken steps to prepare for these situations. Safety plans, regular drills, training for school employees and new forms of instant communication have been integrated across the state. 

CommunicationPlus - March 2018

Bond measure election tips and lessons

Every year, districts go to voters and fail in their endeavor to pass a bond or operational levy. Passing any kind of levy is difficult, but districts can improve their chances by taking the time to do a thorough, strategic levy planning process. This takes a lot of time and resources, but when done correctly, districts can dramatically improve their chances.

Issues in the schoolhouse

students

Students regularly have to deal with societal issue ranging from poverty, homelessness and hunger to bullying, suicide and drug use. These resources can assist districts in helping their students.

Take your leadership to the next level at BLI

2018 BLI session

The Board Leadership Institute, April 26-27, is designed by board members for board members. Register today and reserve your room at the Hilton Columbus/Polaris for $139 per night by April 5.

Protecting you and your family

ADD coverage

OSBA offers free business travel AD&D insurance in the amount of $100,000 to board members as a membership benefit. Board members and administrators can purchase AD&D coverage for themselves and their families through the OSBA Insurance Agency through March 31.

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