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…
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…
Led by education policy professionals, WSSDA’s strategic advocacy branch exists to: WSSDA’s advocacy platform is comprised of legislative and permanent positions adopted at General Assembly that reflect the beliefs, values, and interests of Washington’s 1,477 school board members.To support all Washington school boards, WSSDA’s…
Who remembers the catchy song ‘I’m Just a Bill’ from the beloved Schoolhouse Rock? Describing how a bill comes to be, this song outlines the process in which a bill is signed into law. WSSDA proposals follow a similar process on their way to…
From now through 5 p.m. this Friday, August 19, school boards can submit amendments to the proposals up for a vote at the WSSDA General Assembly. The proposals are listed in the assembly handbook. School directors were emailed a link to an amendments…
The handbook for WSSDA’s 2022 General Assembly is now available! The handbook shows everything that is currently slated to be up for a vote at the virtual assembly on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. After Aug 19, there will be a second, final version of the…
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…
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…
Governor Inslee terminated and rescinded Proclamation 20-28.14, with the termination effective 12:01 AM on June 1, 2022.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…
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…