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Oak Harbor Schools: Rooted in Involvement, Belonging

Oak Harbor Public Schools board members don’t put on their nametags every other Monday night and coast through the school board meetings. Rather, they…
Yakima’s Recipe for Success: Student Voice, Board Efficiency, and Strategic Focus

Students should not only be participants in their education, but active decision makers who shape the policies and practices that affect them.That’s a commitment…
Chimacum Board’s Persistent Focus Pays Off

With a relentless focus on engagement, the Chimacum School District has improved student attendance, academic achievement, behavior, and community support. The district nestled in…
Elma, Grandview and Yakima Named 2024 Boards of the Year

Drawn from among 37 Boards of Distinction named earlier this month, the 2024 Boards of the Year are specially recognized within their respective size…
WSSDA Recognizes Record Number of Boards of Distinction

A record 37 applicants have received the 2024 Board of Distinction award from the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA). “Several boards applied this…
Announcing the 2023 Boards of Distinction

The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) is proud to announce the distinguished winners of the 2023 WSSDA Boards of Distinction program. This prestigious…