Designed with feedback from school directors, Leadership Academy bundles professional learning opportunities into a predictable, annual schedule. With in-person (summer) and virtual (winter) offerings,…
The Chimacum, Oak Harbor, and Spokane school boards have earned Board of the Year recognition from the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA). These…
The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) is excited to welcome two new staff members whose skills, passions, and professional experiences will strengthen our…
The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Boards of Distinction awards. The awards recognize school…
On October 30, the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) completed a months-long journey when its board adopted the association’s 2026 legislative priorities. Early…
Since its inception nearly 20 years ago, Leadership WSSDA has helped more than 200 school directors strengthen their leadership skills and deepen their impact.…
Each year, WSSDA includes a law conference among the pre-conference offerings of its annual conference. The WSSDA Law Conference brings together attorneys, school directors,…
All candidates for the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA), State Board of Education, and Educational Service District seats have been posted to the…
The candidate filing window for WSSDA, the State Board of Education, and Educational Service District elections is open from September 1-16, 2025. Open positions…
Download a PDF of this Article and Flowchart School boards are responsible for maintaining an up-to-date policy manual. To help boards prioritize where they…