View an update on the biennial budget bill as passed by the House
OSBA, OASBO and BASA lobbyists outline the House-passed version of the biennial budget bill, Amended Substitute House Bill (HB) 49.
Get involved with OSBA
Get actively involved with OSBA by applying for a state or regional committee. It is a great way to get to know your fellow board members, network and collaborate while supporting your association. All school board members are encouraged to submit an application for various elected offices and appointed committees within the association. The application deadline is June 30.
Before you hit the “send” button: Ohio Appeals Court rules on disclosure of medical information via email
One of the scariest, yet all-too-common, mishaps involving e-mail is when you hit “send,” but it zips out to the wrong person. More often than not, you immediately realize what you just did. You feel helpless, embarrassed and angry (that there is not an “un-send” key). Depending on the contents of the e-mail, you may even wonder if there are going to be any legal consequences for your gaffe. Luckily, a recent court decision helps to address the legal aspects, although it may do nothing to assuage your personal remorse.
Facts in a Flash
Senate activity
The Senate passed Senate Bill (SB) 36 this week by a 33-0 vote. This bill would make changes to the current agricultural use valuation formula.
Senate Finance Subcommittee on Primary and Secondary Education
Supreme Court of Ohio supports school’s bag search in Legal Assistance Fund case
In a unanimous decision issued yesterday, the Supreme Court of Ohio upheld the constitutionality of a school district’s searches of a student’s bags. In State v.
Summer special offered on custom board workshops
Summer planning leads to a successful academic year for your district! Save up to $200 when you book a custom workshop or retreat from June 1 through Aug. 15.