Advocacy Institute

Expand your advocacy network, develop a winning legislative strategy, and gain meaningful insight on ESSA to prepare your district for the road ahead.


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Equity Symposium

Discuss strategies and best practices that are positively working to improve student achievement of academically and economically disadvantaged students.


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Every Student Succeeds Act

On December 10, 2015, the President signed the Every Student Succeeds Act into law. Get the latest on the Every Student Succeeds Act as well as resources for school boards on what the law means for them.


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The NSBA Annual Conference and Exposition is the one national event that brings together education leaders at a time when domestic polices and global trends are combining to shape the future of our students.


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We are the leading advocate for public education

Working with and through our state associations, NSBA advocates for equity and excellence in public education through school board leadership. We believe education is a civil right necessary to the dignity and freedom of the American people, and all children should have equal access to an education that maximizes his or her individual potential.

School Law Issues

Our school law resources help you understand the complex legal environment, including new and emerging legal developments, and to anticipate, prevent, and overcome legal challenges.

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Federal Legislative Priorities

The education of our children must become a top priority of our nation's policymakers, and we are committed to ensuring federal policies protect state and local control and accountability.

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Public Engagement

By focusing on raising student achievement through strong local governance and by actively engaging the community, school boards provide leadership for academic success in our public schools.

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State Association Services

Our state associations represent more than 90,000 local school board members who are dedicated to educating every child to his or her fullest potential and committed to leadership for student achievement.

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Upcoming Events

2
Mar
COSA Webinar: Special Education Series #3 Where is the Line? Mental Health Services and FAPE
Webinar

Online Webinar

6
Apr
OSAED Liaison Committee Meeting
OSAED Events

Westin Hotel, Boston, MA

7
Apr
OSAED Leadership Development Committee Meeting
OSAED Events

Westin Hotel, Boston, MA

7
Apr
COSA School Law Seminar
COSA Seminar

Sheraton Boston Hotel

7
Apr
Executive Directors' Conference Institute
OSAED Events

Westin Hotel, Boston, MA

Advocacy Institute 2016

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