Leadership Development
WSSDA offers training programs, events and tools developed to maximize leadership and governance abilities for improved student learning. These services provide practical strategies and resources to help your board and superintendent function as a high-performing team. Because WSSDA is the only organization representing the…
Policy & Legal
WSSDA can help your district stay on track with the most current policies and legal developments. We offer a variety of services and publications to support effective school district governance. Free Member Services Staff members are available via telephone and email to provide timely…
Strategic Advocacy
Led by education policy professionals, WSSDA’s strategic advocacy branch exists to: WSSDA’s advocacy platform is comprised of legislative and permanent positions adopted at General Assembly that reflect the beliefs, values, and interests of Washington’s 1,477 school board members.To support all Washington school boards, WSSDA’s…
Changes Coming to Open Public Meetings on June 1
Governor Inslee terminated and rescinded Proclamation 20-28.14, with the termination effective 12:01 AM on June 1, 2022. When the termination takes effect, the laws governing Washington’s open public meetings won’t simply revert to their pre-pandemic version. Instead, there will be a few changes based…
Advocacy Happens Year-Round: Join our Advocacy Insights Discussion
Are you a school board member who hopes to be more effective in advocating for your district’s needs? Do you wish you had stronger relationships with your school board colleagues across the state? Would you like to know how WSSDA’s advocacy can complement and…
Call for Student Performers
WSSDA is looking for student singers, dancers, poets, or other types of performers to share their skills during the 2022 WSSDA Annual Conference in Spokane on November 18-19. One of the highlights of the conference is the wide variety of talented students showcasing their…
Become a presenter at the 2022 WSSDA Annual Conference
WSSDA is seeking proposals for breakout sessions at the 2022 Annual Conference. Could you be a presenter? About you: You’re mindful, aware, and willing to share strategies that support district or school board leadership and student success. Your mind seeks discussion and shared solutions…
WSSDA Platform Revision Window Open through April 20
April 1-20 is every school board’s opportunity to propose a revision, retirement, or addition to WSSDA’s platform of 239 positions. School boards will vote on whether or not to adopt proposals at WSSDA’s annual general assembly in the fall. What’s needed? Substantive revisions or…
Elevating Student Voice In K-12 Education Governance
WSSDA’s student representative network is the statewide hub for Washington youth serving as student board representatives on their local school board. Since its inception last fall, the network has been meeting every two weeks. The students have focused on building connections with each other, learning about…
Relevance, Clarity, and Representation—Why School Directors have April to Propose Revisions to WSSDA’s Platform
Once a year, all the boards of public school districts in the state can propose revisions to WSSDA’s advocacy platform. For 2022, the revision window will be open April 1-20. Revision occurs if a board submits a proposal in the spring, and WSSDA members…