Congratulations on completing the 2025 New Board Member Academy! You've taken a meaningful step in preparing for effective board leadership, and we commend your commitment to growth. Your dedication to learning has laid a strong foundation for your success as a new board member. All recorded webinars and PowerPoint slides are now available for your reference on the webpage linked below. Thank you for being part of this journey — we look forward to supporting you as you continue to lead with purpose and impact!​
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March - Public Access
Understand the school board’s obligations under the Open Door and Public Records laws
**Download the Public Access PowerPoint slides HERE!**
​**Access the recorded March 4 webinar HERE!**
**Access the recorded March 11 webinar HERE!**

April - Policy-Making 
An introduction to the policy manual and the board’s role in maintaining policies
**Download the Policy PowerPoint slides HERE!**
*Access the recorded April 9 webinar HERE!**
**Access the recorded April 14 webinar HERE!**

May - Budgets and Funding 
Delve into the fundamentals of the school finance issues that shape the fiscal health of your district
**Download the Budgets & Funding PowerPoint slides HERE!**
**Access the recorded May 20 webinar HERE!**
​**Access the recorded May 22 webinar HERE!**

June - Your Six-Month Checkup: Ask ISBA Anything 
You have been on the job for six months. Now it’s time to reflect, discuss, and ask questions 
**Access the recorded June 3 webinar HERE!**
**Access the recorded June 4 webinar HERE!**

If you'd like to re-watch or review the Saturday seminar, you may do so HERE. 

​If you have any questions, please email Haley at [email protected]

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