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Leadership Development
WSSDA offers training programs, events and tools developed to maximize leadership and governance abilities for improved student learning. These services provide practical strategies and resources to help your board and superintendent function as a high-performing team. Because WSSDA is the only organization representing the…
Policy & Legal
WSSDA can help your district stay on track with the most current policies and legal developments. We offer a variety of services and publications to support effective school district governance. Free Member Services Staff members are available via telephone and email to provide timely…
Strategic Advocacy
Led by education policy professionals, WSSDA’s strategic advocacy branch exists to: equip all school board members with the knowledge, tools, and resources to engage in effective year-round legislative advocacy at the state and federal levels support, initiate or oppose legislation in accordance with WSSDA’s…
Save the date – General Assembly: September 30 – Oct 1
As the school year ends and you transition to summer schedules, please remember to save the date for General Assembly. As one of WSSDA’s biggest and most important events for school boards, participation at General Assembly is your opportunity to provide direct input to…
Registration open for the WSSDA Annual Conference!
School directors, superintendents, and other educators are invited to register for one of the most significant events in the state focused on public education. WSSDA’s 2022 Annual Conference will be at the Spokane Convention Center from November 17-19, featuring specialized training sessions, accomplished keynote…
Changes Coming to Open Public Meetings on June 1
Governor Inslee terminated and rescinded Proclamation 20-28.14, with the termination effective 12:01 AM on June 1, 2022. When the termination takes effect, the laws governing Washington’s open public meetings won’t simply revert to their pre-pandemic version. Instead, there will be a few changes based…
Advocacy Happens Year-Round: Join our Advocacy Insights Discussion
Are you a school board member who hopes to be more effective in advocating for your district’s needs? Do you wish you had stronger relationships with your school board colleagues across the state? Would you like to know how WSSDA’s advocacy can complement and…
Call for Student Performers
WSSDA is looking for student singers, dancers, poets, or other types of performers to share their skills during the 2022 WSSDA Annual Conference in Spokane on November 18-19. One of the highlights of the conference is the wide variety of talented students showcasing their…
Become a presenter at the 2022 WSSDA Annual Conference
WSSDA is seeking proposals for breakout sessions at the 2022 Annual Conference. Could you be a presenter? About you: You’re mindful, aware, and willing to share strategies that support district or school board leadership and student success. Your mind seeks discussion and shared solutions…
GET THE SPRING ISSUE OF WSSDA DIRECT
How do you know we’re listening to our members and community? WSSDA Direct is a quarterly publication highlighting member experiences and dialogues. The 2022 Spring edition captures the spirit of renewal, and long-awaited adjustments to previous hurdles. That’s a wrap! The Strategic Advocacy and…