March 18 – 19, 2025 Held during the 38th Annual Day in the Legislature | FOR NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS ONLY

Registration opens January 23, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST

Join us for New School Board Member Academy – Part 2, a two-day event designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge to excel in your leadership role. You’ll learn how to actively enhance student achievement through balanced governance, foster a culture of civility in board meetings, and effectively navigate the opportunities and challenges of social media. Gain valuable legal insights, explore strategies to prepare for the future of education, and hear words of wisdom from experienced former school board members. Don’t miss this chance to network with peers, gain practical skills, and build a strong foundation for success in your school board service! Contact Tina Pinkoson for any questions you may have about this event. Pinkoson@fsba.org

Want to learn more? Tentative agenda coming soon.

FSBA Event Registration

Member Registration Fee: $250
Non-Member Registration Fee: $500

Registration deadline: Friday, February 28, 2025 | Refund deadline: Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | Note: On-site registration will be available with a $30 late fee included.

Schedule of Events for the Week

Please Read Before Selecting Your Travel Dates: The Day in the Legislature and the Board of Directors meeting are being held in conjunction with the New School Board Member Academy, Part 2. Please carefully read the dates and times below before booking your room.

  • New School Board Member Academy, Part 2: March 18 -19 Program begins March 18 at 1:00 PM. (Located at TSC Center for Innovation)
  • Board of Directors Meeting: March 19 Meeting begins at 10:00 AM. (Located at Sittig Hall)
  • Day in the Legislature: March 19 – 20 Program begins March 19 at 1:00 PM. Registration opens at noon. LUNCH IS NOT INCLUDED. (WEDNESDAY, 3/19, located at TSC Center for Innovation. THURSDAY, 3/20, located at Sittig Hall.)

We will conclude the last session on Thurs, March 20 at 10:00 AM, but members are expected to schedule meetings with their legislators for the remainder of the day.

Venue Information

TSC Center for Innovation | 300 West Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301 | (850) 201-8762

Sittig Hall at Florida League of Cities | 301S Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida | (850) 222-9694

Parking

Park in the Kleman Plaza Parking Garage located at 306 S Duval St, Tallahassee, FL 32301. You will be able to walk to all meetings and events each day from this location. Parking rates and a map of public parking spaces can be found here.

Hotel

There is no FSBA room block for this event. Book a room wherever you like ASAP. Here is a list of area hotels to get you started.

Please Note:

FSBA has the sole right and discretion to accept or refuse registration to any Non-FSBA Member for any reason at any time. If your registration is refused after payment has been received, you will be issued a full refund.