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Register now for the OSBA Board Leadership Institute

Don't miss the 2023 OSBA Board Leadership Institute, April 28-29 at the Hilton Columbus/Polaris. The deadline for hotel reservations is April 4.

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Make transportation safety a priority

Your bus drivers are the first and last ones to see your students. Make sure they are fully trained by customizing a training to your districts needs.

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Spotlight your student performers, artwork and district programs

The Student Achievement Fair highlights outstanding student performance groups, a digital student art show and innovative initiatives from Ohio school districts. Nominate your students today!

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Take OSBA's Leading the Way podcast with you on the go!

Recent episodes of the OSBA Leading the Way podcast explore Ohio's Open Meetings Act and the expansion of education vouchers and their impact on public education.

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Upcoming Training

March 21	State Legislative Conference - Sold Out! Sheraton on Capitol Square in Columbus	$155	Register Now
March 21	Southeast Regional Spring Conference #2 New Concord John Glenn School in New Concord	$40	Register Now
March 23	Northwest Regional Spring Conference Ottoville Local Schools (Putnam) in Ottoville	$40	Register Now
March 24	Special Education Law Workshop Ohio School Boards Association in Columbus	$180	Register Now
March 27	March OSBA Forum Webinar	Free	Register Now

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Overcoming barriers to achievement

Barriers to student achievement may exist in a child’s school and within the home. Access resources on the following topics to help your students:

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Build your leadership skills at BLI

Attend the Board Leadership Institute (BLI) to further your professional development and connect with experts and your colleagues from around the state. This two-day event is April 28-29 at the Hilton Columbus/Polaris.

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Stay at the Hilton Columbus/Polaris for $147 per night if booked by April 4. Call (614) 885-1600 and mention OSBA to reserve a room.

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Effective Booster Groups and Support Organizations

Although Ohio law does not specifically address booster groups and parent organizations, these organizations and their respective activities do fall under numerous federal and state laws and regulations. This publication provides vital information to both school districts and booster group members regarding booster group governance, liability matters and financial issues. The publication also offers recommendations on effective school board and booster group relations.