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District leadership teams: Learn how to explain budget changes to your community

Experienced practitioners share strategies for communicating budget adjustments, staffing impacts and planning decisions.

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Preparing students to thrive in the AI era

The OSBA Journal explores the possibilities and pitfalls associated with AI use in schools.

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Students can apply today for $500 college scholarship

Applications are being accepted for the 2026 Leo Lucas Scholarship, a program that provides high school seniors funds for college. The deadline is May 3.

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Earn your MEd. Lead with confidence.

Build leadership skills online with UC. Choose a track that fits your goals and prepare for the next step in education.

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Upcoming Training

April 21	Forward Together: A Community Conversation Marysville Exempted Village Schools Central Office in Marysville	Free	Register Now
April 28	Addressing Budget Shortfalls: What Districts Can Do OSBA Office: 8050 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43235	$200	Register Now
April 28	Northeast Region Spring Open House Columbiana County Career and Technical Center in Lisbon	Free	Register Now
April 29	Northwest Region Spring Open House Northwest Ohio ESC in Archbold	Free	Register Now
May 8	Board Leadership Institute 2026	$450	Register Now

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Showcase your students

The OSBA Capital Conference Student Achievement Fair highlights outstanding student performance groups and fresh, innovative initiatives from school districts across the state. Nominations are open for student programs and artwork.

Nominations for student performing groups are due by May 15

Student program and artwork nominations are due by Oct. 24.

Nominate a student performing group • deadline May 15
Nominate a student program • deadline Oct. 24
Submit student art for the digital art show • deadline Oct. 24
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Training customized to you!

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Create a customized workshop tailored to the needs of your board and leadership team. From school law and policy to board governance and strategic planning, there’s an OSBA program or presentation available that can improve the knowledge and skills of school board members, administrators and other employees in your school district.

View a list of session topics and call OSBA at (614) 540-4000 to schedule a planning session for your team.

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Ohio School Construction Simplified: A resource for education leaders

This guide offers school board members a clear overview of the school construction process, from initial planning through project completion. It covers essential topics such as bidding, construction roles and delivery models, OFCC programs and financial elements like surety bonds and contract payments.