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WASB Connection Podcast49. Legislative Session Wrap-UpPublic education has been a major topic during the current legislative session, which is now just weeks away from concluding. The WASB has tracked more than 300 bills this session.
Reading instruction, school safety, licensure changes and student health have all been at the center of legislative proposals.
This episode, we check in with the WASB’s Government Relations Team to get an update on where we are as the session wraps up. We’ll also discuss some of the important themes that we’ve been following in Madison.
As always, follow the Legislative Update...2024-03-0129 minWASB Connection Podcast48. The 2024 State Education ConventionThis episode, a special commemoration of the 2024 State Education Convention, includes the speeches of Gov. Tony Evers as well as the incoming and outgoing presidents of the WASB, Mike Humke of Dodgeville and Rosanne Hahn of Burlington.
You can find a copy of Mike's presentation here. Rosanne's presentation is available here.
It also features the sounds of the three student musical groups who joined us at the convention.2024-01-3133 minWASB Connection Podcast47. The Roles and Duties of School Board Officers (Rerun)This episode, a rebroadcast from March 2021, focuses on the roles and duties of school board officers — president, vice president, treasurer and clerk.
We spoke about with a WASB attorney and governance consultant about the legal requirements for board officers as well as the duties enshrined in boards’ policies and practices.
We think this conversation is still valuable, especially considering boards will be selecting officers in just a few short months.
If you're a Wisconsin school board member or district staff, go in-depth on board officer roles by subscribing to the WASB Online Learning Platfor2023-12-2932 minWASB Connection Podcast46. Sean Covey’s Insights on School LeadershipAfter serving as the starting quarterback for Brigham Young University, Sean Covey started being invited to speak to children.
He spoke at hundreds of schools, and the time he spent around kids and teens gave him an idea of the challenges they were going through.
Sean would go on to write about schools and children, including the bestseller “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.”
After a career-ending injury, Sean joined the leadership company FranklinCovey, where he’s spent the past 29 years.
Sean is a keynote speaker at the 2024 State Education Convention, and th...2023-12-0454 minWASB Connection Podcast45. Lessons From Leaders: A Conversation With Convention Keynote John QuiñonesThis month's episode of the podcast features an interview between 2024 State Education Convention keynote John Quiñones and Michael Lyons, an author and speaker based
in the Philadelphia area.
They spoke in 2020 about John’s story, including how he went from a childhood of farm labor to the heights of broadcast TV.
They also talk about John's hidden-camera TV show, “What Would You Do,” and why its ethical questions have resonated with viewers.
If you're a Wisconsin education leader who would like to hear more from John, consider registering for the 2024 Wisconsin State Educati...2023-10-3135 minWASB Connection Podcast44. A Deep Dive Into School Board AccountabilityIn this episode, we’ll be helping you see a familiar concept in a new way.
You already understand what school board accountability means, but we'll go in-depth on what this means in practice — and it's about more than dollars and cents.
We’ll talk with Stratford Board President Chris Dickinson and WASB consultant George Steffen about the different types of accountability.
If you're a Wisconsin school board member who'd like to learn more about accountability alongside your fellow board members, consider attending your 2023 Fall Regional Meeting. Learn more and register at the event...2023-09-3032 minWASB Connection Podcast43. Keeping an Eye on Your School District’s FinancesOur latest episode covers ground that is familiar to all school board members: the regular review of school district financial information.
The purpose of these financial reports is simple: to convey the school district’s financial health, now and in the foreseeable future.
They’re also a great opportunity for school board members to learn and show they’re earning the trust of parents and taxpayers.
We’ll help you understand these reports in more detail by explaining the documents that are at the core of financial reporting, especially the check register and budget-t...2023-08-3133 minWASB Connection Podcast42. A Chat With the WASB's New Executive DirectorThe Wisconsin Association of School Boards has a new executive director — only the fourth in our 100-year history.
Today, we’ll talk to Dan Rossmiller about his past and the future of the WASB. You may already know Dan — he’s been government relations director at the WASB since 2006 — but he’s hoping to get to know members even better.
Dan brings his experience in advocacy to the position, and he believes school board members have an untapped potential to make their voices heard.2023-08-0414 minWASB Connection Podcast41. Engaging Students in a Real-World ChallengeThe Renew Our Schools Energy Challenge, sponsored by two Wisconsin organizations, asks students to measure their schools' energy use and find ways to reduce it.
It’s a way for kids to learn by doing while helping their schools save money.
We'll learn about that program and how your district can join. We'll hear from Oconomowoc students who participated, their teacher and a program manager from a sponsoring organization, Focus on Energy.
It’s not too late to join in the challenge for the upcoming school year.
Learn more at the prog...2023-06-3025 minWASB Connection Podcast40. What Loving Relationships Mean to KidsDr. Dipesh Navsaria, a Madison pediatrician, says that what happens to a child in their first few years of life can have profound consequences for their school years and beyond. Dr. Navsaria is the keynote to the 2023 Summer Leadership Institute, a two-day conference held in Green Bay July 14 and 15 by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards.
In a preview of his July keynote, we’ll talk about what matters in those early years. The single most important factor in child health, he explains, is loving relationships.
We also talk about the role of stress — when it’s...2023-05-3127 minWASB Connection Podcast39. How School Boards Can Boost Student AchievementA great teacher, we all know, can change the course of a child’s life. The same is true of school board members, as well. They have a different role, but the choices school board members make can help their district’s students reach their potential.
So, how does that happen? The work of a school board to deliver a quality education to all children is called governance, and that's the focus of this month's episode.
The Wisconsin Association of School Boards has created a new framework to help school board members understand quality governance. It’s...2023-04-2925 min
Podcasts "Kindernotfallmedizin-kompakt"12 - "D wie Disability - Neurologie / neurologische Symptome bei Kindern"In der ersten Folge zum Themenkomplex D besprechen wir Symptomatik und Einteilung von Bewusstseinsstörungen bei Kindern. Dabei gehen wir detaillierter auf Schemata wie AVPU, WASB oder pGCS ein. Ein besonderer Fokus liegt auch auf dem Erkennen von Beuge- oder Strecksynergismen als Ausdruck einer drohenden Einklemmung. Bei Fragen, Anregungen oder für Feedback freuen wir uns auf eine email von Euch an podcast@sfh-muenster.de.2023-04-2800 minWASB Connection Podcast38. Exploring Emergency Educator LicensesWhen a school district can’t find a licensed educator, they may hire an unlicensed person with certain conditions. This is commonly referred to as an emergency license, and they also can be used by counselors, social workers, librarians and school administrators.
The number of these licenses has nearly tripled in the past decade, prompting the Wisconsin Policy Forum to investigate.
This episode features a conversation with the researcher who looked into this issue. These licenses aren't necessarily a problem, but they could signal deeper issues. We talk about the kinds of questions school board mem...2023-04-0118 minWASB Connection Podcast37. Legislative Update: A New Two-Year BudgetWisconsin lawmakers are creating the next two-year budget. It will have a major impact on the opportunities school districts can offer their students.
This month, we hear from the WASB government relations team — Dan Rossmiller and Chris Kulow — about what’s happening in Madison and how education leaders can contribute to the conversation.
We’ll start by getting you caught up on the budget essentials so you can have informed discussions with decision makers.
We’ll also talk about our Day at the Capitol. Held March 22, it’s a chance for school board members and...2023-02-2821 minWASB Connection Podcast36. The Governor and State Superintendent Address the State Education ConventionThe 102nd State Education Convention is over, and we’re hoping attendees will be thinking and talking about it for months.
This month, we’re sharing two speeches from the convention.
First, we’ll hear from Governor Tony Evers, who made his 38th appearance at the convention.
After that, we hear from State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Dr. Jill Underly.
The text of both speeches will be published in the March issue of Wisconsin School News.2023-01-3122 minWASB Connection Podcast35. Wisconsin Combats the Referee ShortageIt’s getting more and more difficult to find and keep referees for youth sports. And without refs, kids can’t play.
Today, we talk to two women who are at the center of Wisconsin's effort to recruit and retain these officials. They are Kate Peterson Abiad, assistant director of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association, and Ashley Ingish, a physical education and health teacher and head volleyball coach at Waterford High School.
We talk about what’s behind this phenomenon and how an effort to train young officials in the classroom is one element of the WI...2023-01-0127 minWASB Connection Podcast34. Working Better TogetherHave you ever struggled to persuade colleagues to see things your way? Has your hand ever hovered over the "send" key after you finish a difficult email? Or maybe you've been challenged to find the right words with a fellow school board member.
Sarita Maybin may be able to help.
She’s an author, expert on communications and the Thursday keynote speaker at the 2023 Wisconsin State Education Convention.
In today's episode, we talk about working better together. Sarita breaks it down into concrete tips that can make a difference in your professional life, inc...2022-12-0125 min
WASB Connection Podcast33. What’s Trust Got to Do With It?David Horsager believes that successful people, companies, schools and other institutions have one thing in common: they’re trusted. And when they struggle, he believes a lack of trust is usually the root cause.
He’s the keynote speaker for the first general session of the 2023 State Education Convention. Registration opens Nov. 1.
In this episode, we discuss how to build trust every day, how to show appreciation and the role of trust in the superintendent-board relationship.
The 2022 Trust Outlook, which we discuss, is available here.
2022-10-2723 minWASB Connection Podcast32. A Fall Wisconsin School Board Tradition ContinuesEvery fall, the Wisconsin Association of School Boards travels around the state to provide an update to members and give them an opportunity to share a meal.
Fall Regional Meetings are once again underway. This month’s episode is a mini-regional meeting in podcast form. We’ll start by taking a few minutes with our executive director, John Ashley, to talk about fall colors, supper clubs, member visits and other reasons these events are special for him.
Legislative updates have long been part of regional meetings. We’ll also hear a legislative update — including a peak int...2022-10-0329 minWASB Connection Podcast31. Reversing the Teacher Shortage One Student at a TimePlenty of students want to serve as educators. But they face challenges, not the least of which include negative reactions from their friends and family.
A Mauston teacher is working toward a solution. She's encouraging students to pursue education careers through Educators Rising, a national group that guides young people on a path from high school through college and into their teaching careers.
In this episode, we speak with Leah Luke, the Wisconsin coordinator for Educators Rising, and Erin, a recent Mauston graduate and Educators Rising member, about encouraging students to explore education careers. We’ll...2022-08-3131 minWASB Connection PodcastHow To Keep Improving as a School BoardSchool boards spend a lot of time continuously improving their school district. But they may not devote as much time to understanding their own strengths and weaknesses.
In this episode we discuss the Annual Board Development Tool with Shelley Burns, board president at Mequon-Thiensville, and Rob DeMeuse, research director at School Perceptions. The complimentary online survey is designed to help boards identify their areas of strength as well as where further discussion is needed.
Read more about the Annual Board Development tool to find out how to get started at your district.2022-07-2925 min
WASB Connection PodcastHow Are Districts Spending Federal Relief Funds?Wisconsin school districts have or will receive almost $2.4 billion in federal COVID-19 relief funds. They’re using this one-time money to purchase technology, directly respond to the pandemic and adapt in the long term.
The Wisconsin Policy Forum recently released a report offering the first statewide snapshot of how district leaders have used these dollars.
In this episode, we discuss this report with Sara Shaw, senior education and policy researcher at the forum, and Dan Rossmiller, WASB director of government relations.
Find a link to the Wisconsin Policy Forum report here.
2022-06-2233 min
So geht Erfolg! - Unternehmertum von A bis ZGründerplan für Start-ups in Deutschland: Leere Versprechen oder reelle Chancen?Aus der Praxis für die Praxis - 25 Jahre Berufserfahrung in einem Podcast
Seit Jahren laufen wir in Deutschland dem internationalen Standort-Wettbewerb mit den innovativsten Ideen und pfiffigsten Gründern hinterher. Wohl auch, weil der gesamte Markt des Unternehmertums in Deutschland in den vergangenen Jahren stiefmütterlich behandelt wurde. Die Start-up-Szene kehrt Deutschland den Rücken und immer mehr Menschen gründen im Ausland, - denn es ist einfacher. Robert Habecks Gründerplan für Start-ups in Deutschland wirft Hoffnungen auf. Doch bekommen wir jetzt wirklich mehr Unterstützung oder ist es nur wieder heiße Luft?
In dieser...2022-06-1619 min
WASB Connection PodcastHow to Be a Servant LeaderLeaders put others before themselves. That's the core of the concept of servant leadership.
In today's episode, we talk to Tom Thibodeau, an associate professor at La Crosse-based Viterbo University, about what servant leadership means and how it applies to school leadership.
Tom is the founder of the Master of Arts in Servant Leadership, the first master’s degree of its kind in the nation. He’s also a dinner speaker at the WASB Summer Leadership Institute, a two-day professional development conference held in La Crosse this July 8th and 9th.
If you're a Wi...2022-06-0626 min
WASB Connection PodcastBuilding a Solid Foundation for New School Board MembersNewly elected school board members are taking their oath of office this month.
In an effort to help them be effective as quickly as possible, the WASB holds gatherings across the state for new board members every April. This year, the gatherings are Tuesday through Thursday, April 19-21. Find details at the event website.
This month, we speak with the WASB's Ben Niehaus and Bob Butler about both these gatherings and their general advice for new school board members.
If you're a veteran board member in Wisconsin, we encourage you to share this e...2022-04-1526 minWASB Connection PodcastSocial Media Guidance for School Board Members and Legislative UpdateOur latest episode tackles two topics: practical and legal ways to use social media along with an update on the recently concluded legislative session.
First, we hear from WASB Associate Executive Director and Staff Counsel Bob Butler on using social media without violating the law or common board policies. Find his story on the topic in the April issue of Wisconsin School News. WASB members can register for his May 5 legal webinar on the topic at our Online Events page.
Then we move to the recently concluded legislative session with Government Relations Director Dan Rossmiller a...2022-03-3139 min
WASB Connection PodcastHighlights from the 2022 State Education ConventionWe've included highlights from the student music performances, general sessions and keynote speakers. We also asked attendees — presenters, students, education leaders and exhibitors — about why they come to the convention.
The student video team's video summary of the convention is available here.
The ESPN article that describes Milwaukee Brewers Manager Craig Counsell's story about the chicken running at midnight is available here.
2022-02-2822 min
The Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted (WATG) PodcastWATG Episode 12: Dr. Pam ClinkenbeardCory Jennerjohn and Dr. Pam Clinkenbeard chatted about legislative advocacy actions that the WATG has been a part of.
1. The gifted education accountability bill.
2. WASB resolution.
2022-02-1224 min
WASB Connection PodcastThe School Leadership Team: A Conversation With Wisconsin's Superintendent of the YearSchool boards govern their districts in partnership with a superintendent. Each person understanding their role is a key part of the team working effectively.
We talk to Mary Pfeiffer, Wisconsin Superintendent of the Year and superintendent of the Neenah Joint School District, about the challenges and opportunities faced by these leadership teams.
We talk about her background, common stumbling points and why it may help to get to know each other on a personal level.
Please consider taking a brief survey to help us improve the podcast.
2022-01-1723 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 23: Preparing the Next Generation to PivotRavi Hutheesing is no stranger to change. As life threw him curve balls, he pivoted from rockstar to aviator to cultural diplomat.
He believes children of the future will increasingly have to make pivots of their own, a message he's bringing as a keynote speaker at the 2022 Wisconsin State Education Convention.
In this episode, we talk through Ravi's fascinating career and the role education can play in preparing children to catch opportunities and recover from setbacks. He breaks that preparation into four themes:
inspire curiosity
recognize and nurture talent,
provoke critical thinking
foster communication
2021-12-0625 minWASB Connection PodcastBonus Episode: Managing Challenging School Board MeetingsSchool boards meet to conduct business. At the same time, these meetings are a chance for the public to weigh in.
Balancing these aims isn't always easy during tumultuous times. The Wisconsin Association of School Boards in October held a three-part webinar series about managing challenging school board meetings.
This bonus episode is comprised of the second of those webinars, which addresses holding school board meetings. It includes a conversation among WASB Associate Executive Director and Staff Counsel Bob Butler and WASB consultants Dan Nerad and Louise Blankenheim, both former superintendents.
Our hosts d...2021-11-171h 08WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 22: Promoting Diversity on Our School BoardsSchool boards are hardly unique in that candidates are often drawn from similar social and political networks. This can lead to a lack of school board member diversity across many characteristics, including race, gender, class and age.
This episode includes a discussion with researchers about how to recruit women to run for locally elected office. The insights they share are applicable to improving school board diversity in general. They also summarized their research in the October 2021 issue of Wisconsin School News: https://wasb.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/WASB_2021-10-October.pdf#page=10
We also speak with a...2021-10-2734 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 21: Conflict ResolutionNavigating conflict has always been part of school leadership. But what should we do when incivility runs rampant and compromise seems impossible?
We talk with a longtime mediator and WASB consultant, Cheryl Stinski, and Waupaca School Board member Betty Manion. We'll talk about why conflict can be healthy as well as how to defuse it when it becomes counter-productive. We discuss timeless strategies for helping other people feel heard and respected, and why what a person says is often less important than what they mean.
If you're interested in tips to prepare for and c...2021-09-2033 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 20: COVID Relief FundingWith the help of the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials, we assembled a group of experts in school finance to talk about federal COVID relief funds and preK-12 education. We discuss how this money can be spent as well as some best practices and mistakes to avoid.
We noted the DPI has assembled a summary of the funding for ESSER under each of the stimulus bills, including fiscal information, allowable activities, and specific programs outlined under each act. Find that document here.2021-08-1733 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 19: Toward Effective GovernanceWe know good teachers and good principals help kids learn. We talk about how school board-superintendent teams can have the same effect.
Retired superintendents and WASB consultants Dan Nerad and Fran Finco break down effective governance. We talk about the parts of effective governance and the mindsets that underlie it all.
They'll go into much more detail at the 2021 Summer Leadership Institute, to be held July 24 in Green Bay.
2021-06-2629 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 18: Culturally Responsive Teaching in Lac du FlambeauTo understand culturally responsive teaching, we went to a school district that sees this practice as a core part of its mission.
Dr. Larry Ouimette is administrator of the Lac du Flambeau School District, a majority American Indian rural district in northern Wisconsin.
In April he wrote a story in School Administrator magazine about the connection between cultural responsiveness and effective education.
We talk about the role of culture in education, as well as some of their other continuous improvement strategies, including Lac du Flambeau Family Circles.2021-05-2727 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 17: A Lesson in Communications That EngageElmbrook Schools are in one of the most competitive education markets in the state, so communications that engage and build relationships with employees and families are critical.
The district led a popular State Education Convention session on engagement, and we sat down with Chris Thompson, the district's chief strategy officer, to talk about the ideas, events and approaches that work for them.
Learn more about Chris here.2021-05-0130 min
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We talk about what each of these roles entails, including legal requirements and the extra duties enshrined in boards' policies and practices.
For those who'd like to go deeper, the WASB will release a Board Officer Training Series this May. Keep an eye on our Online Events page for more.2021-03-2932 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 15: The State of COVIDThis episode is a conversation with Louise Wilson, state school nurse and health services consultant for the Wisconsin Department of Instruction. We discuss what we've learned about COVID, vaccine rollout and more.
We also discuss plenty of resources to stay informed:
COVID-19 activity by region and county
COVID-19 statewide summary data
COVID-19 Wisconsin cases
CDC data tracker
CDC guidance on planning vaccination clinics held at satellite locations , temporary clinics or those held on off-site locations
CDC information on variants
COVID-19 Information for School Health Services webpage
Interim COVID-19 Infection Control and Mitigation Measures for Schools
Overview of...2021-02-1225 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 14: Legislative Update — Vaccines, COVID Relief and MoreGiven the fast pace of news in Madison and Washington, D.C., this episode will be an update on education news at the state and federal levels.
We discuss how the latest COVID-19 relief money is being given to schools, vaccines and more.
As always, subscribe to the WASB Legislative Update blog for the latest information.
Finally, please consider taking a brief survey to help us improve the podcast.2021-01-2712 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 13: Wisconsin's Teachers of the YearThis episode features conversations with three of Wisconsin's teachers of the year.
Trisha Kilpin, Greendale School District, school social worker.
Derrick Meyer, Amery High School, School District of Amery, agriscience and driver’s education teacher.
Susan Richardson, Milwaukee German Immersion School, Milwaukee Public Schools, third grade teacher.
Learn more about them, and the two other teachers of the year, at the DPI teacher of the year announcement.
We're also including some resources about trauma to accompany the conversation with Trish Kilpin:
https://dpi.wi.gov/sspw/mental-health/trauma/modules
https://sainta.org/t...2020-12-2835 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 12: Preview of the 100th State Education ConventionAs a virtual experience, the 100th Wisconsin State Education Convention, to be held Jan. 20-22, will be different from all those that have come before it.
We wanted to give attendees an idea of what to expect, so this episode begins with a conversation with WASB Communications Director Sheri Krause.
Next, the episode heads into a conversation with Anna Maria Chávez, executive director and CEO of the National School Boards Association and a convention keynote. We spoke about COVID, leadership and her background, as well as some of the following NSBA resources:
I...2020-11-3028 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 11: Coping With StressStress has always been part of being a board member. But the pandemic is requiring education leaders to make tough decisions that may prompt criticism from their community.
This episode is a conversation with WASB consultants Louise Blankenheim and Cheryl Stinski, who are developing a 2021 State Education Convention breakout session on coping with stress. We talk about how stress affects us, how to know when it's a problem and what we can do about it. 2020-10-2221 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 10: Educational EquityThis episode focuses on educational equity. It begins with an overview of the issue from Wisconsin Association of School Boards consultants Louise Blankenheim and Dan Nerad. They also talk about specific ways that boards and districts can create more equitable schools.
Starting at 18:25, we talk to Pa Lee Moua, who is diversity, equity and inclusion officer for Appleton Area School District. We talk about her own story as a refugee and how it affects her ability to communicate with students and community members.
To see the equity statement we discuss and read the 15 questions for s...2020-09-2433 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 9: Conversations With Three Female SuperintendentsA number of long-serving female superintendents are retiring. We caught up with three of them to talk about their path to leadership, their lessons learned and how others can follow in their footsteps.
Deb Kerr, School District of Brown Deer
Michelle Langenfeld, Green Bay Area Public Schools
Pam Yoder, School District of Belleville
2020-08-2144 min
Two Bald GuysEpisode #14 - K-12, Kids, and CoronavirusExperts weigh in on challenges of returning to school in a COVID-19 world
Schools across America are reopening amid the pandemic. In Wisconsin, 421 school districts are deciding how and when kids will return to the classrooms this fall, affecting nearly 855,000 students. What is the best way to safely return to the brick and mortar schools? Should students be learning virtually from home? What are the challenges and tradeoffs?
This week’s Two Bald Guys welcomes three guests who will provide insight from their unique perspectives.
John Ashley - Executive Director, Wisconsin As...2020-08-0748 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 8: Introduction to the Title IX OverhaulTitle IX, the federal anti-sex discrimination law, is undergoing major changes that affect virtually every school district in the country.
In this episode, we spoke with two WASB attorneys about the changes: Associate Executive Director and Staff Counsel Bob Butler and Staff Counsel Dan Mallin.
To learn more about the Title IX changes, visit our Hot Policy topics page on this subject.
In addition, a recording of our July 8 webinar is available here, and the handout is here.
2020-07-2928 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 7: Conversations With Board Members of ColorThis episode features interviews with three school board members of color, in order: Marilyn Ruffin of Sun Prairie, Gloria Reyes of Madison and Tricia Zunker of Wausau.
To learn more about Sun Prairie’s BEAM Awards, visit its Facebook page.
More information about the book Reyes recommends, “We Want to Do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom,” is available here.
The Wausau district’s statement about equity and social justice can be found here. Statements from other districts can be found at the WASB’s Boards Taking Action page. Clic...2020-06-2444 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 6: The New Board Member ExperienceNew school board members often face a steep learning curve. This episode includes three conversations meant to help new members find their footing.
First, we talk with Bob Butler, WASB associate executive director and staff counsel, about the WASB New School Board Member Handbook.
Then we talk with two veteran board members — Gary Vose of Kettle Moraine and Larry Dux of Pewaukee — who give general advice to new members and explain their work as part of the WASB's Peer Mentoring Program.
Finally, this page provides a good overview of basic resources for new schoo...2020-05-2726 minWASB Connection PodcastBonus Episode: A Discussion About the Link Between Board Governance and Student SuccessThis bonus episode comes to us from the Texas Association of School Boards. If you like education podcasts, check out TASB Talks wherever you listen or go to their website.
This episode is a conversation with Paul A. Johnson, a researcher who studies the connection between school boards and student achievement. We're sharing this now as a complement to an article about school board governance in the May issue of Wisconsin School News.
Thanks for listening, and we'll be back with a regular episode for new school board members later this month.2020-05-0122 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 5: Onboarding New MembersThis episode features an interview with WASB consultant and 43-year education veteran Fran Finco. Learn more about him here.
Learn more about the New Board Member Gathering webinars, which will be held the evenings of April 21, 22 and 23: https://www.wasb.org/meeting-and-events/2020-new-school-board-member-gatherings
If you miss them live, look for the recording at our webinars page.
Fran also mentioned the New School Board Member Handbook, which can be found here.2020-04-2017 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 4: Teacher retentionEpisode 4 of the WASB Connection Podcast focuses on how districts are addressing the teacher shortage by making their districts better places to work.
First, WASB members can learn more about the issue of teacher retention by downloading this presentation, given before last year's Fall Regional Meetings.
We'd also appreciate it if listeners could review our podcast on their favorite app and take the survey.
Based on survey feedback, we're including timestamps for different segments so listeners can jump to the area they're interested in.
This month's legislative update begins at 28:25. Our Leg...2020-03-0237 min
WASB Connection PodcastEpisode 3: The State Education ConventionThis episode covers the 99th annual Wisconsin State Education Convention, held Jan. 22-24 in Milwaukee. Photos are now available online, including one of Southern Door County School District student Luke Bousley (featured at 9:23). A photo of Kettle Moraine High School student Peter Kopperud (featured at 10:50) is here.
2020-02-0530 minWASB Connection PodcastEpisode 2: Convention ConversationsThis episode features conversations with two Wisconsin State Education Convention speakers.
The first is Dr. David Schuler, the 2018 Illinois and national Superintendent of the Year. We talked about his district's college, career and life readiness program, which will be the subject of a pre-convention workshop. Learn more here.
We also spoke with Dr. Yong Zhao, the Thursday keynote speaker, about how we can take a more expansive view of educational outcomes.
We also check in with Dan Rossmiller, WASB governmental relations director, to give a brief convention preview of the delegate assembly. We a...2020-01-0629 min
WASB Connection PodcastA conversation with 2020 State Education Convention keynote Dr. Scott McLeodWe would like to thank the Texas Association of School Boards, Georgia School Boards Association, Tennessee School Boards Association and the Michigan Association of School Boards for their advice and encouragement as we started this podcast. If you are interested in educational issues, we encourage you to listen to their podcasts, too.
Dr. Scott McLeod's 4 Shifts Protocol (a tool intended to facilitate educator conversations about student learning) is available at his website. He also posts regularly at his blog, Dangerously Irrelevant.
To learn more about the 2020 State Education Convention, please visit our website.
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