Drafting a governance handbook and self-evaluation: Steps for LEAs

The four steps that Lake Tahoe Unified School District has utilized to create a governance handbook were covered during the session “Governance Handbook and Board Self-Evaluation” at CSBA’s 2023 Annual Education Conference and Trade Show in December. The majority of local educational agency boards have […]

Humboldt COE is expanding its global partnership program

Humboldt County is known primarily for its Redwood National and State Parks, but education leaders are actively boosting the region’s profile as a key player in providing youth a “global education.” Since 2019, the Humboldt County Office of Education (HCOE) has partnered with Taiwan to […]

School Boards in Action: 5 Questions with Peter Noymer, Los Gatos Union SD

Peter Noymer, board president, Los Gatos Union School District in Santa Clara County What are some promising practices taking place in your district? The Los Gatos Union School District is fortunate to have several newer initiatives. We have been able to bring our student–counselor ratio […]

Bellflower USD trustee advocates for individuals with disabilities

How can local educational agencies better serve their students with disabilities? Bellflower Unified School District trustee Sue ElHessen, a long-time disability rights advocate, says some ways that question can be addressed is through education on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), empowering students by teaching […]

School Boards in Action: 5 Questions with Dieema A. Wheaton, El Segundo USD

Dieema A. Wheaton, board president, El Segundo Unified School District in Los Angeles County What are some promising practices taking place in your district? El Segundo USD is committed to the overall well-being and mental health of our students. We offer a variety of programs […]

School Boards in Action: 5 Questions with Linda Porras, Desert Sands USD

Linda Porras, board president, Desert Sands Unified School District in Riverside County With the school year well underway, what are some promising practices taking place in your district? The DSUSD Integrated School-Based Mental Health Wellness model prioritizes student mental health by embedding wellness practices in […]

School Boards in Action: 5 Questions with Taylor Sims, Pittsburg USD

Taylor Sims, board president, Pittsburg Unified School District in Contra Costa County With the school year well underway, what are some promising practices taking place in your district? This school year we have re-established a committee that is committed to the recruitment and retention of a […]

School Boards in Action: 5 Questions with Jacquelyn Johansen, Menifee Union SD

Jacquelyn Johansen, trustee, Menifee Union School District What does your district have planned for the 2022–23 school year to foster learning recovery and educational advancements? The Menifee Union School District carries a deep urgency for learning recovery. We have added instructional minutes to the day, […]