Ohio School Boards Association

School boards have a tough job, and taking time to step back and talk about how to do that work well matters.

Today, OSBA’s Kristi Robbins worked with Dayton Public Schools during a board retreat focused on strengthening teamwork, communication and board leadership.

Good conversations lead to good ideas.

Last night, urban district leaders from across Ohio came together to talk through challenges, share what's working in their communities and learn from one another. That's the value of the Urban Network: Bringing people together to exchange ideas and find solutions that benefit students.

Thanks to everyone who joined us.

When the final bell rings for summer, Ohio's public schools keep showing up for students.

Across the state, school districts partner with community organizations to provide free summer meals so children continue to have access to nutritious food when school isn't in session. Programs like the one highlighted in Hancock County help ensure students are fed, supported and connected throughout the summer months.

Public schools do more than educate. They serve as hubs for their communities all year long.

📚 During the school year.
☀️ During the summer.
❤️ Every day in between.

Read more: https://thecourier.com/news/1045699/hancock-summer-lunch-program-feeds-area-kids/

Hancock summer lunch program feeds area kids Findlay City Schools, YMCA, many others collaborate

Thank you, Athens City School District!

Last night, community members came together to talk about the issues affecting Ohio's public schools, including school funding, property taxes and student mental health.

We heard concerns, ideas and personal experiences from people who care deeply about their local schools and the students they serve.

Forward Together is just getting started. We'll be bringing these conversations to other OSBA regions throughout the year, and we look forward to hearing from more communities across Ohio.

⭐ Ready to earn your next STAR?

The OSBA Aptitude Award assessment period is now open through July 3. Board members who earn an 80% passing score on the online assessment will receive the Aptitude Award, one of the four components of OSBA's STAR Awards Program.

Learn more: https://www.ohioschoolboards.org/aptitude-award.

Tomorrow night: Your voice belongs in this conversation.

Join parents, educators, local leaders and community members for a candid discussion about the future of public education in our communities.

Forward Together: A Community Conversation

📍 Athens City School District Central Office
📅 Tuesday, June 9
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.

Don't miss this opportunity to share your perspective and hear from others who care about Ohio's public schools.

Questions? Email [email protected].

What does ma*****na legalization mean for your school district?

From student safety concerns to employee expectations and district policy, school leaders are facing new questions as laws continue to evolve.

Attend OSBA's free Coffee Chat with Sedgwick to learn what administrators and board members need to know right now.

📅 Tomorrow
☕ Free webinar

Register here:
https://www.ohioschoolboards.org/events/view/coffee-chat-sedgwick-ma*****na-guidance-k-12-schools