GSBA leads Decatur board through norms, communications and community‑engagement training Georgia School Boards Association facilitators reviewed governance domains and norms with the City Schools of Decatur board; discussion focused on communications procedures, consultant oversight, the paused K‑2 facilities study, and how the board will use community input going forward.

The City Schools of Decatur board confronts communication gaps and governance norms, paving the way for improved community engagement and strategic planning.

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CalHFA board receives annual governance training, hears fraud-prevention briefing CalHFA board members completed annual governance training from CliftonLarsonAllen emphasizing fiduciary duties, open-meeting rules and fraud prevention; staff described existing controls, ongoing phishing tests and an agency fraud hotline.

Mandy Merchant's insightful governance training for the CalHFA board unveiled crucial fiduciary duties and essential fraud prevention tactics that every board should know.

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House Sunset Committee approves multiple board continuances, an 811 extension and a new board governance course The Alabama House Sunset Committee voted to adopt an amendment to HB 282 and to give favorable reports to several sunset and renewal bills, including continuations for the Private Investigation Board and the Home Medical Equipment Board, a two-year renewal for the Board of Electrical Contractors, an extension of an 811 provision to 2036, and a requirement that board members complete a five-hour governance course.

The Alabama House Sunset Committee just approved critical amendments and continuations for several key boards, including a new governance training requirement for board members!

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Memphis Shelby County Schools Grants Porter-Leath Temporary Occupancy for Head Start Program Board approves resolution allowing Porter-Leath to operate Head Start facilities starting September 1.

Memphis Shelby County Schools takes a bold step forward by transitioning its Head Start program to Porter-Leath, ensuring uninterrupted services for families in need.

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Building strong foundations for a healthier tomorrow!

Our Zambart Board of Directors and Senior Management Team came together for a Board Governance Training session, focused on driving impact and delivering quality health research.

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Milwaukee Board of School Directors empowers student voice and selects Library Board delegate Board President highlights student engagement initiatives and designates Director Jackson to Library Board.

The Milwaukee School District Board is taking bold steps to empower student voices and enhance governance, ensuring every student feels heard in shaping their education.

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School Board elects Brenda Bartels as new clerk and discusses mandatory reporting legislation Board names Brenda Bartels as clerk and reviews new legislation on mandatory reporting responsibilities.

Big changes are coming to the Glendale Elementary District as Brenda Bartels steps in as the new Board Clerk and mandatory reporting requirements for board members are put into action!

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USD Board discusses governance training and closed session negotiations USD Board confirms closed session topics and debates recording governance training meeting.

The Pacific Grove Unified School District Board took a bold step toward transparency by deciding to record their governance training session, igniting a debate on best practices in public accountability.

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Delaware House Bill 77 enhances training for school board members House Bill 77 adds FOIA and governance training topics for Delaware school board members.

Delaware's House Bill 77 could transform school board governance by mandating crucial training on FOIA compliance and best practices, but not everyone is on board!

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Arizona legislators advance training bill for school board financial oversight Lawmakers approve training on school finance for board members to enhance governance skills.

Arizona lawmakers are pushing for a groundbreaking bill to equip school board members with essential financial oversight training—could this transform school governance?

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