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…
Caucus Meetings Begin August 10
All school directors are encouraged to join members of the Resolutions Committee and Legislative Committee to discuss their priorities and the position proposals up for a vote at the WSSDA General Assembly. All positions are listed in the assembly handbook. Draft Proposed Amendments Your DA…
Final List of WSSDA Board Officer Candidates
After completing applications and interviews with WSSDA’s Nominating Committee, applicants Danny Edwards, Michelle Perry, and Derek Sarley were recommended by the committee and added to the ballot for September’s WSSDA board officer elections. Meet the candidates Each candidate was asked to submit a statement…
ON RACIAL INJUSTICE: A Letter From WSSDA’s President and Executive Director
This letter was emailed today to WSSDA members and school district superintendents. While the letter is not addressed to the general public, its statement and calls to action are intended for all to consider: Dear School Directors and School District Superintendents, Working together, we…
Enjoy the best of both worlds at WSSDA’s 2020 Annual Conference
WSSDA’s annual conference has been reimagined and relaunched for 2020. For the first time, you can attend the conference in person, remotely or both. Experience more opportunities than ever to connect, learn, share, imagine and be inspired by keynote speakers, breakout sessions and talented…
New Model Resolutions
WSSDA has created three new model resolutions to help school boards respond to circumstances due to COVID-19. Districts will need only one of the three new model resolutions because each is for a different scenario. Related, please note: OSPI’s Days & Hours Waivers and Reporting Requirements: FAQ Special Rules for…
Deadline extended to submit WSSDA position proposals
The coronavirus has interrupted many parts of our lives, including finding time to complete even the slightest task. Knowing this, WSSDA has extended the window for submitting position proposals to May 20th. Stronger advocacy WSSDA currently has 102 permanent and 106 legislative positions. The…
Apply by May 26 to become a WSSDA board officer candidate
Today through May 26, 2020, school directors may apply to become a candidate for WSSDA board president-elect and vice president. For next year’s board, the president-elect candidates can come from either side of the state, while candidates for vice president must be from the…