Student Voice: Three Ways to Boost Student Engagement with State Boards

Student engagement plays a critical role in the success of education policy in Washington, DC, and meaningful engagement of students gives the state board a critical window on the state of schools and what policies are truly needed at a given time.

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Technology in Education

Savvy state leaders will set their sights on ways to broaden access to technology’s benefits, solve problems confronting educators, and protect students against the risks of misuse.

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Strengthening 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.

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