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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. In addition, the book provides helpful tips and best practices to facilitate effective booster operations in your district.

$15

What are powerful proven ways to motivate or engage staff in your organization?
How can you envision and create the culture you want for success?
Why do stories and illustrations connect so easily and memorably to others to make points?

These are just some of the topics Jim Mahoney addresses in To Lead Is To Teach. His aphorisms, anecdotes, stories, and examples come from his real world experience and the research of current thinkers on selected topics. Forever a teacher, To Lead Is To Teach is a reminder that good teaching and effective leading are interchangeable. It is hard to separate the two and after each chapter, the reader is presented with the Mahoney Three—quick applications that any practitioner can use immediately in their classroom or organization.

$19.99

This publication is a roadmap through the collective bargaining process in the public sector. It describes both how the bargaining process works, and how it could work better. The journey will take you from understanding why public sector bargaining is fundamentally different from bargaining in the private sector, through the preparation, the actual bargaining process, and the various possible outcomes. Regardless of whether you are involved in the process as a professional negotiator, a bargaining team member, or simply someone interested in the process, Better Bargaining will provide a deeper understanding of how and why things are happening at the bargaining table.

$15.99

This publication is a convenient reference for superintendents, athletic directors, principals, coaches and other school officials. This book provides practical legal information about funding and staffing athletic programs, ensuring equal access to athletic programs, disciplining student-athletes, extracurricular student transportation, liability for sports injuries and other sports law topics. It also includes sample board policies.

$15

Reviews the roles and responsibilities of the board and the superintendent. Included in the OSBA Boardmanship Series.

$15

Provides a basic understanding of board presidents’ responsibilities and relationships with board members and the administrative staff. Included in the OSBA Boardmanship Series.

$15

This publication explores the roles and responsibilities of the treasurer and the board of education. Included in the OSBA Boardmanship Series.

$15

This OSBA publication details the importance of board members in the legislative process. From working with your local legislator to a general understanding of the entire process, this book is a must for all board members. Included in the OSBA Boardmanship Series.

$15

A quick reference manual covering a multitude of areas. An essential book for all board members. Included in the OSBA Boardmanship Series. Edited by OSBA staff members.

$15

A “survival kit” for all new board members. Includes these publications: Board-Legislature Partnership, Board-Superintendent Partnership, Board-Treasurer Partnership, Boardmanship, Labor Relations in Ohio Public Schools, The Ohio School Ethics Guide, Sunshine Laws for Schools and Parliamentary Procedure at a Glance.

$79

Perfect for a new board member or an experienced veteran, this five-book set should be a part of every school board member’s library. The series includes Board Officers’ Guidebook, Board-Legislature Partnership, Board-Superintendent Partnership, Board-Treasurer Partnership and Boardmanship. A great deal, if purchased separatley the cost would be $75.00.

$60