The New School Board Member Academy is a highly regarded professional development program offered by the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA). It is the first part of a two-part training series, with Part II taking place in the spring during the Day in the Legislature in Tallahassee. Both sessions provide new school board members with valuable insights into the statutory duties and responsibilities of their role.
Topics covered include:
- Sunshine Law
- Public Records
- Parliamentary Procedures
School board members who have participated in this training report that it is an invaluable chance to learn and network with their peers.
Part I of the Academy offers new school board members from across Florida their first opportunity to meet and build valuable connections. Held during the FSBA Annual Joint Conference, this comprehensive program covers key areas such as the transition to public life, becoming an effective school board member, understanding the statutory powers of the school board, and navigating meeting procedures. It also includes exclusive breakout sessions tailored to equip new board members with essential knowledge and skills for their roles.