Description
Course 5 │Evening Virtual Cohort
Community Relations & Advocacy | Governance Integration
Prerequisite: MIG 1 - Foundations of Effective Governance | Setting Direction; MIG Course 2 - Student Learning & Achievement | Policy & Judicial Review; MIG Course 3 - School Finance; MIG Course 4- Human Resources | Collective Bargaining
Why You Should Take This Training:
Effective communication techniques are core to advocacy strategies, crisis management proficiency and community engagement tactics as an elected or appointed school board trustee. This training will enhance your ability to fulfill your responsibilities and strengthen your governance team's ability to connect with stakeholders. It will ensure a unified and responsive approach to serving the needs of students, staff, and the broader community. Take advantage of this opportunity to sharpen your leadership abilities and make a lasting impact on the educational landscape.
How it Relates to Your Role:
This training directly correlates with the pivotal role of school board trustees by equipping them with essential skills and knowledge tailored to their responsibilities. From mastering effective communication strategies to advocating for the district's needs and leading in crisis, trustees gain the tools to navigate complex governance dynamics. Furthermore, fostering community engagement and upholding transparency are integral components, ensuring trustees can effectively represent and serve their constituents. Overall, this course empowers trustees to confidently fulfill their duties, contributing significantly to the success and well-being of the educational institution they govern.
Enhancing Your Capacity as a Board Member:
Effective governance relies on the trustees' capacity to communicate effectively. Advanced communication abilities, advocacy techniques, and crisis management proficiency are critical for community engagement. With these competencies, trustees can confidently navigate complex governance dynamics, represent their constituents with integrity, and lead their districts toward educational excellence. This training empowers trustees to fulfill their roles with competence and vision, ultimately contributing to the success and well-being of the entire school community.
What You Can Take Away:
Upon completion of this training, participants will:
- Gain communication strategies to foster transparency, responsiveness, and trust within their communities, strengthening stakeholder relationships
- Develop advocacy skills to effectively represent the interests of students, staff, and the district at local, state, and national levels, ensuring their voices are heard and respected
- Learn crisis management protocols and strategies to navigate challenging situations with resilience and effectiveness, ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff
- Learn practical approaches to engage with their communities, fostering partnerships and collaboration to support the district's goals and initiatives
- Understand why ongoing professional development and continuous improvement are necessary to ensure they remain effective and responsive leaders in their governance roles
Learning Objectives:
- Develop the ability to advocate effectively on behalf of students, staff, and the district at local, state, and national levels, ensuring that the district's interests are represented with a unified voice
- Enhance communication skills to lead by example, fostering transparency and responsiveness in addressing community concerns and interests
- Acquire strategies and protocols for managing crises, including establishing robust crisis communication systems and ensuring continuity of operations during challenging times
- Implement policies and plans to promote active community engagement, fostering meaningful partnerships and collaboration between the district and its stakeholders
- Learn to allocate resources strategically to support communication efforts and evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies, making necessary adjustments to ensure ongoing success
Schedule:
Monday, March 31, 2025 │ 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. │ Community Relations & Advocacy Part A
Monday, April 7, 2025 │ 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. │ Community Relations & Advocacy Part B
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 │ 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. │ Governance Integration Part A
Monday, May 5, 2025 │ 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. │ Governance Integration Part B
Meeting Details:
Virtual
Registration: $450| Late registration: $525 (Starting on March 3, 2025)
Registration closes on March 17, 2025.
CANCELLATION OF REGISTRATION: To cancel your registration, please send a written request via email to register@csba.org at least five (5) business days before the conference date. We do not accept cancellation requests over the phone.
Cancellations or transfers made within five (5) business days of the event are not eligible for a refund, as food, beverage, and/or materials have already been ordered for you. No refunds will be issued for no-shows. CSBA encourages substitutions from within the same district or county office.
CSBA reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any event if the required attendance minimums are unmet. Cancellation decisions are made two weeks before the start of each session. In the event of a CSBA cancellation, individuals will be given the option to transfer to another event or receive a refund.
Attendance minimums for in-person training are set to be fiscally responsible for using public funds. The attendance minimum for virtual training events, the registration minimum is 20 participants. The attendance minimum for in-person training events, the registration minimum is 25 participants.
If you have any questions, please contact training@csba.org