The only organization dedicated solely to helping state boards advance equity and excellence in public education.



Always one of NASBE’s most popular conferences, the New Member Institute includes case studies in policy development; “how to” sessions on dealing with the media and handling state board business; special current issues sessions; information on how NASBE can assist state boards and individual members; and many opportunities for questions and group participation.

New state board of education members who attend the New Member Institute will:

  • Build the skills needed to do the job: parliamentary procedure, working with the state legislature and other key stakeholders, and working with fellow board members.
  • Discuss common policy concerns and issues, and discover real-world examples of how state boards of education are successfully addressing them.
  • Establish working relationships with new state board of education members from across the country.
  • Gain an understanding of NASBE’s resources and how the organization can help state boards in their important work.
There are no scheduled events of this type. View the past events below or all upcoming events.


Past New Member Institutes


September 9, 2025
New Student Member Institute 2025




July 7, 2025
New Member Institute 2025




September 26, 2024
New Student Member Institute




July 9, 2024
New Member Institute 2024




June 28, 2023
New Member Institute 2023




June 29, 2022
New Member Institute 2022




June 24, 2020
New Member Institute 2021





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