September 2024
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Volume 24, No. 3
Leading and Governing
Is there another domestic policy space more complicated than state education governance? In the face of the 50-plus ways of constructing state systems of public education in this country, the authors in this issue of The Standard attempt to tease out what constitutes strong leadership and effective governance.A Look at State Education Governance
State boards of education are different in every state and have diverse policy authority. Some are created by the state constitution and others by statute. Some of their members are elected; some are appointed. In many states, it is the state board who selects the state education chief. In others, it is the governor. Use […]Roadmap to Excellence: Strategic Planning for State Boards
Savvy boards can increase the odds their plans will live, breathe, and have measurable impact.Engaging Youth in Education Policymaking
More than 400 students now serve as members of state boards of education or state advisory councils in 33 states. Learn how states are elevating student voice and leadership in education policymaking.Involving Teachers in State Education Governance
A growing number of states boards of education see the advantages of involving teachers in policymaking decisions. Many have created a place for a current teacher to serve on the board.Parliamentary Procedures: Key to Democratic Decision Making on State Boards
State boards of education often have important responsibilities for decisions on education policy, among other duties that require consensus. A grasp of the basic elements of parliamentary procedure is therefore important for the well-equipped board member.Ensuring Student Data Privacy through Better Governance
State boards should champion laws to stand up robust cross-agency boards and advocate for best practice.
read moreShielding Student Data: The Critical Role of State Boards in K-12 Cybersecurity
A coordinated push is needed to ward off increased threats and mounting costs.
read moreStrengthening Student Engagement and Adult Support
Many state boards of education reserve a seat at the board table for students. But representation is only the first step. Students need to be proactive and receive mentorship to be effective in their state board roles.
read moreNew Leadership Training Series: Achieving Better, Measurable Outcomes for Children and Youth
NASBE offers state board members a new professional development learning series to help achieve better, measurable outcomes for children and families.
read moreNew State Strategic Plans Zero In on Learning Recovery
This NASBE analysis looks at 49 state strategic plans and finds many target learning recovery and other pandemic-related education issues.
read moreState Strategies for Sustaining Pandemic Recovery Efforts Beyond ESSER
As the final obligation deadline for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) approaches, states and school districts face a looming “fiscal cliff” that will impact the sustainability of important pandemic recovery efforts. Join NASBE, CCSSO, and Edunomics Lab on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 3:00 pm ET, for a webinar discussion about […]
read moreEmpowering Families to Improve Youth Mental Health
State education leaders can foster children’s mental health by increasing families’ preparedness and awareness of available resources and activities.
read moreBeyond Testing for Lead in Drinking Water: Implications for Funding
While most states encourage or require schools to test for lead in drinking water, funding to sustain remediation lags—despite significant federal grants designed to boost those efforts.
read moreChronic Absence: A Call for Deeper Student and Family Engagement
Connecticut's experience underscores the value of a positive, systemic approach to improving attendance.
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