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Register for the NSBA 2021 Online Experience

With so much change happening in the world of public education, don’t miss the best opportunity to equip yourself with the resources you need to address your district’s challenges head on. Register today; early registration ends Feb. 26.

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Understanding the rights and limits of political speech in school districts

Review information on the basic rights of employees to express themselves and the need for a calm, safe and respectful workplace.

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OSBA Journal recaps 2020 Capital Conference

The Capital Conference issue recaps the event and showcases Rocky River City's efforts to embed diversity, equity, inclusion and justice into instruction.

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CompManagement Health Systems renamed Sedgwick Managed Care Ohio after merger

For districts that are in the Ohio SchoolComp program, there will be no change in MCO contacts for you or your injured workers as a result of this merger.

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Sign up for the winter OSBA Book Club

Join the OSBA Book Club in reading "The Governance Core" with your district team. Sign up for the free OSBA Book Club to receive questions to guide your team's discussion.

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New board members: Learn important aspects of board governance

Newly appointed to a school board? Register for the virtual Board Member 101 on Jan. 30 to get up to speed on boardmanship, governance, legal, policy and advocacy issues.

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Thank board members for building the future of public education

Gov. Mike DeWine has proclaimed January as School Board Recognition Month. Get tips and resources to honor your school board.

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The value of your OSBA membership

OSBA offers districts numerous programs, services and information through their membership. Review the many outstanding benefits districts have received by being a member of OSBA.

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COVID-19: Resources and information on the coronavirus

OSBA continues to update and share information to support boards of education and school leaders.

Upcoming Training

January 30	Board Member 101: Winter edition virtual	$115	Register Now
February 3	MTA 2021-4 The Transportation Handbook	$100
March 3	MTA 2021-5 Public Relations and Working with the Media	$100
March 3	Northeast Region Virtual Spring Conference	Free	Register Now
March 5	SchoolComp Virtual Workshop	Free

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Management services to guide your district

Because of the impact collective bargaining has on the educational process, OSBA offers the following labor relations services to member boards:

contract analyses and evaluations, providing background advice on language proposals and strategies, drafting proposals and counterproposals
at-the-table negotiations representation and impasse assistance
grievance/arbitration/SERB proceedings representation
strike management assistance

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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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OSBA Store

Gavel & Block

10" gavel and 4.25" walnut block with inscribed block face and gavel band.
Plate size: 4.5" x .875"
May be customized with district logo for a one-time setup fee of $35.