Everybody does have potential to do great math. However, the math community has managed to teach the subject as if it has no relevance. State boards have an important role in creating an aligned system that helps students succeed and see the relevancy of math in their lives.


The NASBE Interview: Elisha Smith Arrillaga and Dave Kung





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The Educators Students Deserve: Four State Policy Approaches

State education leaders have long prioritized efforts to recruit and retain effective teachers. Yet persistent challenges, including high turnover rates and teacher shortages in key subject areas, continue to strain the educator workforce.

Annual Conference 2025

Registration is now open for NASBE’s 2025 Annual Conference, the only conference designed specifically for state boards of education.
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Gauging the Impact of Funds for Students Experiencing Homelessness

State boards can help drive improvements in programs serving students in unstable housing and ensure effective implementation.

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