February 10, 2022
“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.” ­­
—Maya Angelou
SCHOOL DISTRICT LEADERS ARE EXPECTED TO MOVE MOUNTAINS
PURSUE INFORMATION ABOUT BEST PRACTICES from colleagues across the region in WPSBA's upcoming series of Roundtable Discussions: Governing in the Fast Lane. On Feb. 28 and March 1 & 3, you have a choice of 2 different topics at each discussion time. This series is designed to focus on governance issues such as negotiating communicating, and budgeting in today's climate (the full schedule and registration info is below).
WE'VE GOT A NUMBER OF ADVOCACY TOOLS READY FOR YOU
THE BEST WAY TO ADVOCATE SUCCESSFULLY is to band together in support of public education. We've put together all the materials you need: e-letters to NYS legislators asking for updated COVID protocols and mental health funding for all students, a sample letter to your community to get them involved in the e-letter campaign, resolution templates about COVID protocols and ensuring the long-term success of public schools. And if you don't know what in the world to think about all these topics or you just need a refresher, there's a link below to our comprehensive advocacy materials, with details on each issue.
A QUICK LOOK AT WHAT'S NEXT IN THE SCHOOL MASK BATTLE
TWO SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN THE BOSTON area are making decisions about unmasking by checking vaccination rates and the pulse of their community. As has been the norm, guidelines have tended to change frequently throughout the pandemic, leaving district leaders caught between parent groups with competing preferences and negotiated union contracts. As board meetings continue to get increasingly spicy, it looks like everyone will need to eventually get on board with the end of mask mandates.
If you missed any of our Board Governance Series, click below:

  1. Effective School Boards
  2. Team Dynamics
  3. Structure of the Board
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