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In photos: 2022 Board Leadership Institute

Board members from across the state met to learn, network and engage during the annual Board Leadership Institute in May.

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Last chance: Deadline for the Leo Lucas Scholarship extended to June 1

Applications are being accepted for the 2022 OSBA Black Caucus Leo Lucas Scholarship, a program that provides ethnically and culturally diverse high school seniors funds for college.

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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.

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Earn STARs for your commitment to your district

OSBA's STAR Awards program recognizes school board members’ commitment and service to Ohio’s children. Earn awards for your service, training, aptitude and recognition of your dedication to being a model board member.

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Share your ideas and expertise!

Get actively involved in OSBA by volunteering for a regional or state committee.

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Upcoming Training

May 24	Town Hall Webinar	Free	Register Now
June 8	Reasonable Suspicion Training Webinar	$60	Register Now
June 10	OCSBA School Attorney Workshop - In Person OSBA in Columbus	$175
June 10	OCSBA School Attorney Workshop - Virtual Webinar	$175	Register Now
June 24	School Sports Law OSBA in Columbus	$175	Register Now

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Apply to serve on an OSBA committee

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.

Review OSBA state and regional committees

Download the Call for Committees application

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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.

Contribute to Kids PAC, OSBA's political action committee. Kids PAC is a way for us to focus attention on our legislative agenda and to support lawmakers who believe in our goals.

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Sunshine Laws for Schools

This OSBA publication provides an accurate description of the state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to public records and explains the complex nature of executive sessions and record keeping.