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At the district, building, and classroom level, communication is essential to involving and engaging families in their children's education.
However, while information and communication is essential, it is not sufficient when the desire is to build true family partnerships.
We, at OSBA, would like for all members to be able to attend all of our workshops but we know that is unattainable. We understand everyone’s busy schedules and other obligations.
Nominate a learning session at the 2024 Capital Conference to share your experiences and expertise with fellow school board members and district administrators and staff. We're looking for timely topics that will engage attendees in discussions involving the latest education trends, issues and solutions or successful district projects or programs that can be replicated in another district. The deadline is March 8.
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In this issue: OSBA releases policy addressing identification of students at risk of not graduating and graduation plans requirements • Ohio Teacher Evaluation System • Understanding diploma seals • Update on Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators • Updated ODE attendance guidance • Hazing and bullying policy requirements • Executive session refresher • USDOE guidanc
The OSBA Diversity and Equity Committee provides a forum for addressing the unique challenges and opportunities facing diverse school board members. Committee members share concerns, ideas and suggestions with each other and OSBA. Composed of board members and association staff, it also supports OSBA’s efforts to promote and build awareness of issues relating to diversity in schools, equity in education and initiatives to enhance diverse students’ academic achievement.
The Ohio Boards of Distinction Award honors school boards that have engaged in activities and modeled behaviors that lead to excellence in local school district governance in support of quality education. The qualifications include requirements for each member of the board to participate in training or service as well as a commitment by the full board to engage in activities such as strategic planning and board self-assessment to help guide the direction of the district.
