Many school board members are also active in booster clubs, PTOs, alumni associations and other organizations that support their schools. But when does volunteer service begin to overlap with board responsibilities?

In this episode of Leading the Way, OSBA board consultants Teri Morgan and Quinn Maceyko discuss how board members can stay involved while maintaining strong governance. They explore common situations, the importance of public perception and best practices for avoiding governance challenges while continuing to support students and schools.

Whether you're considering a leadership role in a booster organization or simply want to better understand your responsibilities as a board member, this episode offers timely guidance for governing effectively.

For more resources, training and advocacy updates from the Ohio School Boards Association, visit ohioschoolboards.org.

What happens when a bill about school psychologists suddenly becomes the vehicle for some of the most debated education proposals at the Statehouse?

That's just one example of the fast-moving legislative action that unfolded before the Ohio General Assembly recessed for the summer.

In this episode, OSBA's Jennifer Hogue, Nicole Piscitani and Malania Birney unpack the major education bills now awaiting action from Gov. Mike DeWine, including Senate Bill 276, House Bill 455 and Senate Bill 19.

The conversation explores new sports mobility legislation, the Success Sequence graduation requirement, math achievement initiatives, capital budget investments and property tax changes. The team also shares what districts should expect when lawmakers return to Columbus after the November election, and why now is the time to strengthen relationships with legislators back home.

Whether you're a board member, superintendent, treasurer or education advocate, this episode provides a good look at the legislation that could affect your district in the months ahead.

00:00 Introduction: The legislature's summer send-off

01:05 Senate Bill 276 takes an unexpected turn

02:15 Sports mobility legislation explained

04:05 The Success Sequence requirement

04:55 Transportation and testing provisions

06:20 What's next for Senate Bill 276?

06:55 House Bill 455 deregulation bill

08:45 Senate Bill 19 and math achievement

10:55 Academic interventions and curriculum requirements

12:05 Diagnostics and accelerated learning pathways

14:15 Additional education provisions added to Senate Bill 19

15:45 Capital budget investments for schools

17:15 House Bill 479 and facilities funding updates

17:55 Property tax legislation: What passed and what didn't

21:45 Looking ahead to lame duck

24:00 Why districts should engage legislators now

25:05 Closing thoughts

For more resources, training and advocacy updates from the Ohio School Boards Association, visit ohioschoolboards.org.

What role do school levies play in supporting public education?

In this episode of Report to the Office, host Mary Cleveland welcomes community advocate Tracey Artis for a conversation about school funding, community involvement and the importance of staying informed.

Together, they discuss:
• How school levies affect local communities
• The relationship between public schools and community well-being
• Why informed civic participation matters
• Ways residents can become involved with their local schools
• The importance of accountability and transparency in public education

This episode offers valuable perspective for parents, community members, school leaders and anyone interested in understanding the connection between strong schools and strong communities.

#PublicEducation #SchoolFunding #CommunityEngagement #SchoolBoards #OSBA

For more resources, training and advocacy updates from the Ohio School Boards Association, visit ohioschoolboards.org.