From the President's Desk |
Happy spring to my fellow school board members. I love spring, it is my favorite season, despite my allergies trying to kill me. Everything comes to life, flowers are blooming, trees are green, and our students have spring fever. Perhaps this rebirth, this colorful pallet surrounding us, is why May is the month we celebrate teachers. I can assure you that none of us would be where we are without our wonderful teachers. I can name, as I am sure you can, a few very special teachers who made major differences in my life. This month, as your boards recognize various teachers or have special programs, I urge you to take a minute - privately or publicly - to reach out to those former teachers who made the difference for you. It will mean the world to them, and you'll feel a renewed spirit for doing it. I took an opportunity to reach out to mine and it was wonderful to reconnect.
April was quite a good month. The Hot Topic Conference was a good one, I hope you didn't miss it. The Spring Regional Networking Forums have winded down, and they have been a huge success and a lot of fun. How great it is to gather as friends and colleagues again in our regions. The art talent of our students across the Commonwealth continues to amaze me. When you're in the VSBA offices, take note of the winners, as they'll be on display for the next year. Congratulations to all our winners! Also, a very warm thank you to BPA for sponsoring the dinners at each regional forum.
June is just around the corner, which means the School Law Conference is coming up quickly. Friday, June 2, at the Short Pump Hilton, we will all have the opportunity to hear the latest updates in school law. We will have presentations from the Division of Public Safety Training, and the Virginia Center for School and Campus Safety, as well as one on a Supreme Court case dealing with the free speech rights of teachers.
Shortly after the School Law Conference, we have the Conference on Education - which is one of my favorite conferences of the year!
Please remember that the VSBA is here to serve you and help you grow in your journey as a school board member. If the staff or board can ever do anything to help you out, just reach out to one of us! If I can personally do anything to help you, drop me an email at this link.
-David Woodard
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David Woodard
VSBA President
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Issue Highlights
Budget Negotiations Delayed, Board Refuses Chronic Absenteeism Waiver
VSBA 2023 Business Honor Roll
Spring Regional Meeting Recap
COSSBA Recap
Spotlight Article - Bristol Virginia Public Schools
VSBA Spring Regional Network Forums Recap
April Hot Topic Conference Recap
Application Process for Nomination and Election of At-Large Officers
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Dates to Remember
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Gina G. Patterson
Executive Director
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From the Executive Director |
It was great to see so many board members in attendance at the Consortium of State School Boards Association’s inaugural conference and I can report that it was an overwhelming success. The event took place in Tampa, FL from March 29 – April 3, and attracted more than 1,700 school board members, association leaders, education experts, and vendors from across the country. With dozens of informative and engaging sessions covering a range of topics such as crisis communications, STEM education, and addressing adequate facility investment, the conference provided an invaluable opportunity for attendees to learn from experts, network, and collaborate with their peers. The conference was extremely well-planned and organized and was an impressive first major step for an organization formed less than two years ago.
COSSBA’s Urban Boards Alliance kicked off the conference by hosting their first ever UBA Day which served as a platform for representatives from state school board associations to discuss issues facing urban, rural, and suburban districts and their communities. UBA aims to serve its members and the students they represent through equitable practices, resources, and solutions. The tone of UBA Day was set by the opening keynote address from Dr. Donna Beegle that focused on changing lives for students impacted by poverty and the pandemic. As Dr. Beegle shared her deep expertise on poverty, she inspired attendees to continue pursuing equitable practices and solutions for all students regardless of their background or zip code. The enthusiasm throughout UBA Day and the entire conference was palpable and a testament to the resolve of COSSBA’s 23 founding state associations and the strength of UBA’s mission.
VSBA is a founding member of COSSBA, and we remain dedicated to the mission of promoting, encouraging, and supporting excellence in public education. We believe that by participating in an annual conference like this one, we can ensure that school board members are well equipped to tackle the challenges faced daily. Through these conversations and collaborations, we can make sure our schools are providing the best education, resources, and environments for students today and in the future.
The feedback from the inaugural COSSBA conference was overwhelmingly positive – attendees were thrilled to have been part of such an important and informative gathering. I am proud that so many had the opportunity to present critical information in several sessions and share insight and expertise with attendees from across the nation. It was refreshing to connect and network with colleagues who are passionate about improving education for all students. The practical strategies that we all received can be implemented immediately. We look forward to the next event and continuing to be part of these important conversations.
Thanks for all that you do.
-GP
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VSBA School Board News Podcast - Episode 49 |
Listen to the latest episode of the VSBA School Board News podcast as guest Fabiana Parker (Spotsylvania) joins Gina Patterson, VSBA Executive Director, to discuss Fabiana's recognition as Virginia's Teacher of the Year. |
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J.T. Kessler
Director, Legislative Services
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Important Updates from Richmond |
Happy Spring! It has been a great time the past few months having the opportunity to attend each VSBA Regional Meeting and talk with so many of you about the 2023 session of the Virginia General Assembly. I thank you so much for all you do on behalf of public education. If you have any questions about items found in this newsletter article, or any other matter related to our legislative services, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or call me at the office at 434-295-8722 Ext. 116.
Board of Education Discusses Chronic Absenteeism at April Meeting
At the April 2023 meeting of the Virginia Board of Education, the Board debated whether to waive the chronic absenteeism as an indicator for accreditation status in the 2023-2024 school year. Chronic absenteeism is one of nine indicators in Virginia’s School Accreditation Model. Based in part on the relationship between school attendance and student achievement, chronic absenteeism was selected as a measure of student engagement in the 2017 revision to the Regulations Establishing Standards for Accrediting Public Schools in Virginia. Under the 2017 Standards of Accreditation, chronically absent students are defined as those who are absent 10% or more of their enrolled school days, typically 18 or more days. The performance level a school earns on the chronic absenteeism indicator is used in combination with the performance levels of the other indicators to determine a school’s accreditation status.
By a vote of 6-2, Board members rejected the recommendation of the Virginia Department of Education to waive the chronic absenteeism indicator for the 2023-2024 school year emphasizing the need for school divisions to do more to get students back into the classroom.
Conferees Still Addressing Potential Revisions to Biennial Budget
House and Senate Budget conferees met in early May attempting to negotiate further revisions to the Commonwealth’s 2022-2024 Biennial Budget. At the conclusion of the 2023 session of the Virginia General Assembly, lawmakers adopted a four-page stop-gap measure as revisions to the 2022-24 biennial budget (HB 1400/SB 800). The stop-gap measure contained $16.8 million in General Fund revenues in Fiscal Year 2023 to ensure that the total of basic aid and sales tax payments a school division receives is at least the total of basic aid and sales tax payments that was communicated to school divisions prior to the discovery by the Virginia Department of Education of an error in the calculation tool for state funding in absence of the grocery tax which was passed by the General Assembly last year.
Following their negotiations, budget writers signaled any future revisions to the biennial budget are not likely until mid-summer. Negotiators are keeping a close eye on income tax collections from 2022, the April 2023 Commonwealth revenue report which will be released by Governor Youngkin in May, and the federal debt ceiling showdown. Experts suggest that failure by President Biden and Congressional leaders to address the debt ceiling will inflict significant impact on the economy. It is estimated that a deal to raise the nation’s debt ceiling must be met before June 1 to avoid the United States defaulting on its payment obligations.
The Virginia School Boards Association’s Government Relations team is in contact with budget writers and continues to advocate for the association’s budget priorities as negotiations proceed.
VSBA Legislative Positions Committee Calls for Proposals
On March 13th, school board members were sent a Request for Proposals for New or Amended Legislative Positions from committee chair James Coleman. If your board has any proposals for changes or additions to the VSBA Legislative Positions, please submit them on the form that can be found by clicking here.
To be considered by the VSBA Legislative Positions (LP) Committee, proposals must be approved by a majority vote of a member school board. The LP Committee cannot accept proposals from individual school board members.
Proposals must be submitted to VSBA no later than Monday, June 12, 2023.
The VSBA Executive Director and lobbyists are in daily contact discussing proposed legislation and the VSBA Legislative Positions that drive the Association’s lobbying efforts, including the decision to send action alerts to the membership. The Association's lobbying efforts are based on positions contained in the VSBA Legislative Positions Handbook that is approved each year by the VSBA Delegate Assembly. Local school boards are not bound to this handbook and can adopt local positions on legislation and policy.
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2023 Spring Regional Meetings Recap |
The VSBA Staff and members of the Board of Directors had the opportunity to attend all nine Regional Networking Forums this Spring. Thank you to the host divisions and the Regional Chairs for coordinating these events. Each meeting featured a student art contest and many featured student performances, and student-driven Culinary Arts programs to showcase student success in the region. Below you will find a summary and highlights from each meeting. To view additional photos from the Region Meetings, and other VSBA events, please check out VSBA on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/196325456@N06/albums. You can also view the first place winning artwork from each region on the VSBA website: https://www.vsba.org/resources/competitions-and-challenges/spring-regional-art-contest/. |
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Central Region- The meeting was held on March 1st and hosted by Albemarle County. After the art show and dinner, an insightful presentation was given by Virginia Career Works on how to bridge education, business and the workforce.
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Eastern Region- Hosted by Essex County and held on March 2, the event featured an impressive meal prepared by students from the Culinary Arts Department and a memorable student performance by the Chosen Trojans from Essex County High School. A panel from throughout the region presented information on Grow Your Own Teacher programs and Best Practices in Workforce Readiness.
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Southern Region- Held on March 7 and hosted at the new Mecklenburg County High School, the forum featured tours of the new school, multiple student performances, and a presentation about career pathways and work-based learning.
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Southside Region- The Southside forum was held on March 9 in Prince George County. A scavenger hunt-style tour and reception was facilitated by students in the DECA program and the high school choir performed during dinner. The presentation was given by Dr. Steve Staples on “keeping the main thing, the main thing.”
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Valley Region- On April 11th Staunton City hosted the Valley Region forum. The meeting featured a meal prepared by the school nutrition team and two presentations, one discussing the history of education law and one sharing information about the upcoming legislative session.
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Southwest Region- The Southwest forum was held on April 27 in Smyth County at the new elementary school. The forum featured a welcoming reception with the student art show and a meal provided by the culinary department. The presentation discussed leadership in education.
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Tidewater Region- Isle of Wight County hosted the Tidewater forum on April 24. An excellent meal was prepared by the Culinary Arts students while the High School jazz band entertained the attendees. The presentation discussed the history and future of public education.
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Blue Ridge Region- Held on May 4 in Henry County, the forum featured dynamic performances by the High School Drama Team. After the meal, an overview was provided of the Career Academy and tours were given by students enrolled in the programs.
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Northeastern Region- On May 8 the Northeastern forum was hosted at Alexandria City High School. The forum featured a moving performance by the high school choir and a panel presentation on teacher recruitment and retention.
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Thank you to Benefit Plan Administrators for sponsoring the meal at each of the nine Spring Regional Networking Forums. |
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Superintendent of the Year |
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Congratulations, Dr. Verletta B. White from Roanoke City Public Schools on being named 2024 Virginia Superintendent of the Year! |
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Buckingham County School Board Earns 2023 VSBA Master Board Designation |
The Buckingham County School Board and Superintendent recently earned the designation of a VSBA Master Board. The team attended four sessions totaling over 25 hours of professional development beginning in February and concluding on May 15, 2023. The discussions, facilitated by the Virginia School Boards Association, focused on team building, improving communication, listening, and board building behaviors. |
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Virginia Well Represented at Inaugural COSSBA Conference |
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The inaugural Consortium of State School Boards Associations (COSSBA) Conference was held March 30 – April 2 in Tampa, Florida. Virginia was well represented at the conference with over fifty attendees and seven sessions led by Virginia school divisions and VSBA Staff! The presentations included:
- Inclusive Communication and Community Engagement led by Virginia Beach City Schools
- Consider the Source! The Importance of Being a Trusted Source and Owning Your District's Story, facilitated by Samantha Bosserman, VSBA Deputy Executive Director
- Take This Job and Love It, led by Gina Patterson, VSBA Executive Director (presented twice)
- Here to Help: Supporting Students' Mental Health Needs, led by School Board member Dr. Cardell Patillo and Portsmouth City School Staff
- School Board Norms and Protocols: What Are They & Why Are They Important? Led by Gina Patterson, Rodney Jordan from Norfolk Public Schools, and Samantha Bosserman
- Work-Basked Learning: An Integrated and Unique Approach Beyond the Classroom, led by Karen Corbett Sanders, School Board member in Fairfax County Public Schools
To help summarize the conference, we have asked attendees to provide comments on their own experiences.
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“The first annual COSSBA Conference was amazing. The attention to detail shown in how well the conference was organized and how interesting the presentations were. I attended several of the sessions presented by VSBA and Virginia school districts and they all did a great job. Tampa was a great location and I'm really looking forward to another great conference next year.” – Joe Kilgore, Hampton City School Board
"The COSSBA Conference was the best national Conference I have attended in 8 years. The keynote speakers were both inspirational and informative. The individual work sessions provided excellent tips and ideas which will inform my governance work going forward."
– Karen Corbett Sanders, Fairfax County School Board
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“The inaugural UBA Day and COSSBA Conference were a great success. The presentations were excellent; the atmosphere felt like a family reunion; and the execution by staff and volunteers was impressive. Kudos to the state associations, the state execs, and the COSSBA board for pulling off a great conference and UBA Day. COSSBA owes a great debt to Gina Patterson and the VSBA Board; Virginia led!” – Rodney Jordan, Norfolk City School Board
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“Attending the inaugural COSSBA Conference with my fellow officers of the VSBA was truly an enlightening experience. The general sessions were phenomenal, but it was the breakout sessions where I gained the most. I returned home to our Commonwealth renewed, refreshed, and recommitted to the principle of LOCAL CONTROL of the local school board. Gathering with our colleagues across the nation helps us better understand and assess the score at home, to which I found we have as strong and successful school system as any other in our nation - due in no small part to the dedication of our school board members.” – David Woodard, VSBA President
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"The COSSBA Conference was an excellent professional development experience. Personally, I enjoyed the presentations from Executive Directors and key staff in the State Associations. They have such a wealth of knowledge. Since I was the only school board member attending from my board, I mainly focused on attending presentations related to improving communications with the community, my governance team, and as an individual board member. There were so many relevant and important conference takeaways, I'm finding it hard to compress all of the information into a document I can share with my Board. Thank you for an exceptional learning experience." – Iris Lane, Vice-Chair, Westmoreland County School Board
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“As we traveled to Tampa in April, I was excited to be attending our inaugural conference of COSSBA and even more excited to be attending a national conference in person. Upon arrival, I was very impressed with the organization of the conference staff and volunteers during the registration check-in process. I became more impressed with every general session speaker. I believe the efforts expended by our representatives to COSSBA have been truly herculean, as the conference was planned within a very short timeframe. The break-out sessions were of the highest caliber, as we’ve come to expect at our national conferences. My favorite general session speaker was Chuck Underwood who spoke on Generational Strategies and managed to accurately portray and critique every generation from the Silent Generation through GenZ without offending anyone; truly remarkable. I am very encouraged by the work of COSSBA to date and look forward to a wonderful conference in Dallas next year.” – Bob Hundley, Hanover County School Board
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“The Williamsburg/James City County School Board was honored to attend the inaugural conference of Consortium of State School Boards Association in April of 2023. Throughout the conference, my board colleagues often remarked of how well prepared and organized COSSBA had been. It was as if COSSBA had been hosting similar national conferences for the better part of a decade – honing the craft year by year. We felt welcomed and valued from the moment we entered the venue. By the concluding remarks of the final keynote, our board was energized to return home and continue the all-important work of serving our community as a governance team!-“ – Greg Dowell, WJCC School Board
Please save the dates for the 2024 COSSBA Conference February 22 – 25, 2024 in Dallas, Texas. We hope to see you there!
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Five School Divisions Complete VSBA's Fiscal Governance Cohort Program |
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Congratulations to the first-ever Fiscal Governance Training Cohort which included five school divisions- Danville City Public Schools, Isle of Wight County Public Schools, Lynchburg City Public Schools, Petersburg City Public Schools, and Prince Edward County Public Schools. Participants came together in small groups to enhance their knowledge of governance, school finance, teaching and learning, budget management, and communication.
"VSBA has worked diligently to foster open lines of communication with school boards and superintendents," said Tamara Sterling, superintendent from Petersburg City School Board, "the fiscal governance training is an excellent example of why they are one of the best school board associations in the nation! Our entire team left every session planning how we will implement the strategies taught to the team. Thank you VSBA for making an impact in our school division!"
Five school divisions were selected to participate in the first cohort. It was important to facilitators to have a diverse sampling of school divisions from around Virginia to participate in the small group training to bring multiple perspectives to the table. The sessions allowed for school division staff and school board members to not only learn from the facilitators, but from one another through discussions and insight sharing. The cohort members will have the opportunity to continue the relationships they have fostered through the training to benefit their school divisions and their communities.
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Division Spotlight: Bristol Virginia Public Schools |
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Workforce Readiness: Bearcat Bridge Program |
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As part of the Virginia Learning Innovation Network (VALIN), Innovation Division of Distinction, Bristol Virginia Public Schools created the Bearcat Bridge program. This is a division-wide initiative that supports students as they prepare for life after high school. Facets of the program go from elementary to high school and beyond. The appendages of Bearcat Bridge include the following: Career Café, Bearcat Bridge Advisory, Career Launch, Senior Membership, Workforce Ready Diploma, and an annual Career Fair.
Career Café: Students in middle and high school have a weekly opportunity to meet with career representatives during their lunch periods to ask questions and learn more about various career fields.
Bearcat Bridge Advisory: Once a month, all high school students meet in their designated advisory blocks where they will work on a continuous portfolio that consists of workplace readiness skills. Lessons may consist of writing a good resume, communication in the workplace, pay, benefits, etc.
Career Launch: Students that have met all requirements for graduation by the end of the first semester will be given the opportunity to work with the Workforce Engagement Coordinator to find employment that will go along with the student's future career goals. Students are placed into paid job placements during the school day where they receive school credit. If the student enjoys the placement, then they have the option to continue after graduation. Students that complete the Career Launch program successfully can be entered to win a car at the end of the year.
Senior Membership: High School seniors would have a trained mentor from the community that would help guide students as they prepare for life after graduation.
Workforce Ready Diploma: This is a special seal, recognized by the Chamber of Commerce, that will be awarded to students that have met all criteria their senior year. Some of these markers are things such as strong leadership skills, strong attendance, industry credentials, etc.
Career Fair: Students in 4th and 5th grades at the elementary schools attend a Career Fair/Exploration Day where they hear from various industries. Students in high school attend a career fair in the spring where they can apply for summer jobs or careers after graduation.
Success from the 2022/2023 implementation year include: 64 guest speakers have come to talk to students during Career Cafe; 41 businesses and colleges attended the high school Career Fair; 16 students are in the Career Launch programs. Some examples of job placements are construction, funeral service, automotive, legal assisting, manufacturing, marketing, health care, and accounting.
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In each newsletter, VSBA will spotlight a recent initiative or best practice taking place in a school division in Virginia. If you have a story you would like to submit for inclusion in the spotlight section of the VSBA newsletter, please email it to [email protected] with the subject: Division Spotlight and your school division's name. Pictures and a link to the story on your division/school's website should also be included with the submission.
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Application Process for Nomination and Election of At-Large Officers |
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According to the VSBA Bylaws, Article IV, Section 2, “A Nominating Committee of five members will annually nominate no more than two candidates for President-Elect and no more than two candidates for each of the two at-large seats on the Board of Directors whose names will be placed in nomination at the Annual Convention. It shall be the duty of candidates for the at-large position to provide a written nomination, approved by a nominee’s school board, together with pertinent biographical information and a signed letter from each nominee confirming willingness to serve. Members of the Nominating Committee will not be eligible for nomination to any position on the Board. The Immediate Past President will serve as Chair of the Nominating Committee and four other committee members will be elected by the Board of Directors.”
Please note that according to the VSBA Operations Manual, adopted by the VSBA Board of Directors, Policy 103.1, no member school board may have more than one person serve on the Board of Directors at the same time and Policy 103.2, requires that Candidates for President-Elect must be selected from the current membership of the VSBA Board of Directors. Also, included in the packet linked below is Policy 102.5, Civility in the VSBA nominating and election process, which was adopted by the VSBA Board of Directors on December 2, 2006.
The application form linked below is required of At-Large candidates to apply for nomination. The members of the Nominating Committee appointed at the March 17, 2023, VSBA Board of Directors meeting are: Chris Johnson (Prince George County), James Coleman (Lynchburg City), Karen Jenkins (Suffolk City), Bill Sturgill (Carr oll County) and Chaired by Past President Teddy Martin (Henry County).
Please return the nomination form and attachments by July 1 to the VSBA Nominating Committee Chair at 200 Hansen Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, VA 22911. If you have any questions about the process, please call Gina Patterson, executive director, at 1-800-446-8722
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COSSBA's Urban Boards Alliance Webinar: Food Insecurity and Public Education
Date and Time: June 20, 2023 12:00pm EST
Webinar ID: 898 5763 1571
Participant ID: 288673
Description: Please join us as we explore the issue of food insecurity and how it impacts children and families across the United States, along with practical steps that school districts can take to address opportunities in their communities.
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COSSBA's Urban Boards Alliance Symposium: Doing the Work- Every Student Every Day
Registration is now open for the 2023 UBA Symposium.
Programming will begin at 1:00 PM on August 24 and end at 3:00 PM on August 25.
Location:
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
301 East North Water Street
Chicago, IL 60611
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Vendor Solicitations
We are aware that some members are receiving email solicitations from vendors. While we are grateful to our corporate sponsors and vendors who generously support many of our events, VSBA does not share the contact information of our members.
School board member contact information is publicly available on most school boards' websites. If you are receiving unwanted solicitations, please contact the companies directly to opt out.
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The VSBA has three recognition programs that school boards and school board members may apply for each year. Please review the below information for a description of each award and a link to the nomination forms.
To be considered by the judges, the official nomination form and supporting materials for each of the award programs must be received by July 21, 2023.
Please do not hesitate to contact VSBA should you have any questions. For questions, please email [email protected] or call 800-466-8722 |
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VSBA Affiliate Member Profiles
In each issue of the VSBA newsletter, we will feature three VSBA Affiliate Members.
Thank you for your support of the VSBA and Virginia's public education system.
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Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates
Complete Services in the areas of Educational Planning, Architecture and Engineering, Site Planning, Interior Architecture, and Security Design.
Laura Sterling: (434) 975-7262
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Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric offers its clients design build energy and infrastructure solutions to help them make necessary improvements to existing facilities without increasing taxpayer funds.
Chris Dellinger: (240) 469-5771
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Air Mechanical Sales, Inc.
Classroom Precision Climate Management Systems
David Light: (540) 344-9253
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UPCOMING EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, & WEBINARS
Many of the decisions you make have legal implications that will impact your school division for years to come. The conference kicks off with a presentation from the Division of Public Safety Training and the Virginia Center for School and Campus Safety on preventative behavioral threat assessment in an educational setting. Following this presentation is a session on special education. Next, hear about teachers’ free speech rights after the Supreme Court's decision in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District. To close out, there will be a legislative update from the VSBA Legislative Team.
Location: Hybrid, Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa Short Pump
Cost: $215 per registration
Join us for a live webinar with Parliamentarian Donald Garrett as he will provide a brief overview and refresher of Robert's Rules of Order. Upon the conclusion of the webinar, attendees will have increased confidence on how to participate in an upcoming meeting. Topics that will be covered include agendas, how to make a motion, debate, and FOIA compliance.
Location: Virtual
Cost: $160 per registration (multiple registrations needed if viewing from multiple devices/locations)
Location: Virtual
Cost: $300 per person for the entire webinar series or $500 for the entire governance team for the entire webinar series
We will kick off the 38th annual VSBA Conference on Education with the 2023 Virginia Teacher of the Year, Ms. Fabiana Parker from Spotsylvania County Public Schools. Following her presentation, VACORP will help present the 2023 Excellence in Workforce Readiness Awards.
Next, join other school division leaders from across the state and choose from a variety of mini-workshops which highlight successful practices in Virginia's school divisions. Conference attendees will leave with many great insights and practical ideas. After the roundtable presentations, attendees will break into optional regional meetings to discuss pertinent issues and topics.
During lunch, the annual VSBA Food for Thought 2023 winners will be announced. Attendees will also hear from the recipient of the 2023 Student Essay Scholarship.
Location: Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa Short Pump
Cost: $220 per registration. Please reach out to your school division clerk to register for this event. For affiliate members, please reach out to Mikaela Coffey for registration at [email protected].
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200 Hansen Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Tel: 434-295-8722 Fax: 434-295-8785
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