PDQ May 2018
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Engagement that supports student achievement
Effective boards use engagement processes to support school improvement
In effective districts, these processes for community engagement established by the board are the means through which boards:
Community Relations - Community Engagement
Introduction
OSBA participates in Ohio Attorney General-led opioid epidemic meeting
On March 27, OSBA participated in the Ohio Attorney General’s meeting Ideas for Our Future: Addressing childhood trauma to create positive outcomes. This was the fifth Attorney General-led meeting addressing the opioid epidemic in Ohio, but the first directly focusing on the epidemic’s impact on children and families.
Transition services and competitive integrated employment for students with disabilities
The Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL) recently published a new policy brief – What School Leaders Need to Know – detailing schools’ legal requirements regarding transition planning to help students with disabilities prepare for work after graduation.
Become an advocate for your district
You district needs and effective advocate at the local, state and federal levels -- YOU!
OSBA has resources to help you in your advocacy efforts:
"Effective advocacy for school leaders" offers nine steps to help school board members and administrators become strong advocates for their school districts.
Financial forecasting for your district
Public Finance Resources Inc. (PFR) offers district financial forecasting services as well as assistance in determining the most effective levy for your district.
District also can take advantage of additional training and communication services offered through PFR.
Access information in the Resource Center
You can access fact sheets, brochures, databases and newsletters on topics ranging from student achievement and levies to competitive bidding, school board vacancies and student issues.
OSBA fact sheets and brochures
Take the pulse of your community
OSBA survey services help you develop and implement a survey that provides in the data you need to guide your decision-making process.