The only organization dedicated solely to helping state boards advance equity and excellence in public education.
Defining and Defending State Board Authority
State board members should act early and often to articulate their board’s vital role in achieving excellence and equity for all students.
read moreWorking with the Governor
Governors and state boards can make real advances in education policy when they work together, with the governor articulating broad goals for education and the state board developing the policy infrastructure to support those goals.
read moreNASBE at 60: State Boards Reflect the History of Public Education in America
Read about the rich history of state boards and the organization that was created to serve and support them.
read moreLeading for Equity and Excellence Program
The Leading for Equity and Excellence Program (LEEP) is a professional development resource for state policymakers committed to advancing equity in education.
read moreWorking with the Media
Board members can work with the media to help communicate important decisions to stakeholders and build public trust.
read moreConflict of Interest
How state boards can avoid conflicts of interest and the appearance of such conflicts.
read moreBuilding Partnerships with the State Legislature
The interests of students are usually best served when state legislatures and state boards view education policymaking as a shared responsibility.
read moreState Boards: Critical Link to Quality Public Education
As they advocate for a quality education for every child, state boards have four key roles.
read moreGoverning State Board Operations through Parliamentary Procedures
Proper parliamentary procedure makes the most of the limited time boards have together.
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