President's Message
This is the final message I will be providing as N-SSBA President.
They say time flies and, oh boy, it sure feels that way as I conclude my 2 years as president of N-SSBA. Add to that, I am completing 30 years of school board service. When you have a passion for something, in this case education, and are busy doing that important work your mind is not on the time that passes until you have a moment to reflect back on it.
I want to extend my congratulations to the newly elected and reelected school board members and for the budgets passed. As school board members, even though we face continued and new challenges, I consider the time spent in the service of children and their educational opportunities, time very well spent and the only reason for serving on a board of education.
I want to take this opportunity to encourage all of you to not only avail yourselves of the events, conferences, webinars, knowledge and expertise N-SSBA has to offer but also that of NYSSBA and NSBA. None of us need to face challenges in isolation and there is comfort to be found in the comradery of and networking with colleagues whether they be on your board or another.
On a very personal note, I want to extend heartfelt thanks to the many members of the N-SSBA Executive Committee and staff, as well as those at Eastern Suffolk BOCES and my home district of West Islip, who have given me their support over the years. I will especially miss working as closely with Bob and Lorraine. However, you and they can continue to count on my support and involvement.
Please ensure that your newly elected board members have an opportunity to attend our New School Board Member Orientation Dinner. If you haven’t already signed up, please consider attending NYSSBA’s Leadership in Education Event where you can continue your board professional development and enjoy an evening to socialize with N-SSBA colleagues.
I wish you each a restful summer!
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