School Board Partners

?? The Power of Representation in School Boards “When school boards aren’t representative, they miss the challenges, backgrounds, and strengths of the students they serve. This leads to decisions that become an intellectual exercise at best.” This is just a glimpse of the critical insights shared in our latest conversation. ?? Dive into the full discussion on our YouTube channel and discover how representation drives meaningful change in education. ?? Watch now:https://loom.ly/WUKJxR0

?? Cohort 7 Applications Close November 29th! Join a network of passionate, equity-driven school board members through School Board Partners. Gain access to invaluable resources and leadership development, including impactful sessions like the one led by Justin McCorkle of Leaders of Color. ?? This is your chance to grow, connect, and make a difference for students and communities. Ready to elevate your leadership? Apply today! ?? Deadline: November 29th ?? https://loom.ly/fYUJbWA #SchoolBoardPartners #Cohort7 #LeadershipDevelopment #EducationLeadership #EquityInEducation

?? Welcome to the ranks of school board members! We’re thrilled to see more like-minded leaders stepping up to make a difference. Your work is needed now more than ever, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. ?? If you’re searching for a community of peers and the resources to drive meaningful change in your district, look no further. Join our National Fellowship as part of Cohort 7 and take your leadership to the next level. ?? Deadline: November 29th ?? Apply here:https://loom.ly/XifPzIc Let’s create impactful change together! ?? #SchoolBoardPartners #Cohort7 #Leadership #EducationLeadership #CommunityLeadership #Governance #MakeAnImpact

?? It’s November—a perfect time to reflect on your impact as a school board member. 4 Things You Might Not Be Doing on Your School Boards… But Should: ? Tips from @auontaianderson: 1?? Collaborate with your colleagues: Teamwork drives success. 2?? Host regular town halls: Don’t wait for your board or district to take the lead—connect directly with your community. 3?? Be accessible: Use multiple platforms to engage and connect with stakeholders. 4?? Have fun: Leadership is serious, but joy fuels sustainable impact. ?? Let’s continue growing, leading, and making a difference for our schools and communities. #SchoolBoard #EducationMatters #Leadership #Impact #ChangeAgents #Governance #SchoolBoardTips

?? How do you communicate when challenges arise? When the pressure is on, how you express yourself can make all the difference. At OCP 2024, attendees discovered transformative tools with the help of Arise Wellness—like channeling frustration into positive mantras that create calm and focus in the moment. ? These are just some of the empowering strategies awaiting members of Cohort 7! If you’re a recently elected school board member, there’s still time to join this incredible journey of growth and leadership. ?? Deadline: November 29th ?? Apply now:https://loom.ly/XifPzIc ?? Invest in yourself. Lead with purpose. Make an impact. #SchoolBoardPartners #Cohort7 #LeadershipDevelopment #WellnessTools #CommunityLeadership #EducationLeadership #OCP2024

At Arise, we’re redefining wellness for leaders in education. By fostering mental well-being and joy—whether through simple practices like staff walks or moments of personal reflection—we empower school board members and district leaders to create lasting, positive change. When our leaders experience these paradigm shifts, they bring wellness into the heart of their communities, setting a foundation for healthier, more supportive schools across the country. When you are a part of School Board Partners, we go beyond policy writing and navigating red tape and align you with resources that help you become mentally equipped to serve your constituency.

Results Are In. Now the Real Work Begins. The presidential election may be over, but across the country, states are charting bold new paths for the future. It’s up to our school board members to help steward our students and parents into this new chapter of America.

Cohort 3 alum, Evetty Satterfield, spoke at a Capitol Hill briefing to elevate student voices—one of the key pillars of Empowered Governance. We couldn’t be prouder to see our alumni leading in impactful ways! ?? Want to learn more about how you can implement Empowered Governance in your own board work? Download our Empowered Governance Framework today! https://loom.ly/PCF5i_0 #EmpoweredGovernance #SBPAlumni #StudentVoices #SchoolBoardPartners

?? Attention school board members and advocates! The School Board Partners Cohort 7 Fellowship is now accepting applications! This fellowship is designed to equip current and newly elected school board members with the skills and support to lead with equity and improve student outcomes. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a powerful network of leaders! ??? Deadline for newly elected members: November 25th Apply today and shape the future of education in your community! ??

#MondayMotivation We are always met with so many different versions of “No” and it’s so refreshing when you can hear ‘Yes’. As you start your week we at School Board Partners hope that you can fellowship with others who can help you say ‘Yes’.