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Training and Events Workshops & Events View all training and events Professional development policies Information on registration, cancellation policies, certificates of attendance and workshop credit Board Leadership Institute Two days of professional development created by board members for board members OSBA Book Club Share your thoughts on a common book during group webinars OSBA Capital Conference OSBA's premier professional development event Webinars Free, informational webinars on a variety of topics On-demand Learning Access webinars to learn at your convenience Mental Health and Social-Emotional Learning Summit Upcoming Training OSBA's Town Hall , July 29 OSBA's Town Hall , July 29 Reasonable Suspicion and Clearinghouse Training (Streaming) , August 4 Walk-outs, Protests and Other Acts of Civil Disobedience Webinar , August 4 OSBA's Town Hall , August 5 View All Events More Review Ohio school districts' restart plans As school district leaders determine the best options for their local communities, OSBA is compiling restart plans from districts across the state. Go > 2020 Capital Conference and Trade Show will be virtual Due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic and state of Ohio regulations, OSBA is announcing that the 2020 Capital Conference and Trade Show will be held as a virtual event this year. Go > Update on 2020 Leo Lucas Scholarship The scholarships have been received and are pending review. Once winners are selected, all applicants will be notified. Go > Save on online governance tools Learn how BoardDocs' online governance tools can save your district time and money. Go > Return-to-school resources Get resources on health and safety, remote instruction and operations to make returning to the classroom as safe as possible. Go > RestartOhio releases guidance for Ohio K-12 schools Review ODE's Reset and Restate planning guide for districts and the COVID-19 prevention and health guidance from the Ohio Department of Health. Go > COVID-19: Resources and information on the coronavirus OSBA continues to update and share information to support boards of education and school leaders. Upcoming Training July 29 OSBA's Town Hall Free Register Now July 29 OSBA's Town Hall Free Register Now August 4 Reasonable Suspicion and Clearinghouse Training (Streaming) $60 Register Now August 4 Walk-outs, Protests and Other Acts of Civil Disobedience Webinar $50 Register Now August 5 OSBA's Town Hall Free Register Now View All Events Resources for school transportation The OSBA Virtual Transportation Supervisor (VTS) program provides school administrators responsible for student transportation services access to transportation expertise, guidance, training, networking opportunities, data and resources all at an affordable cost. A subscription to the program entitles districts to the new supervisor orientation as well as multiple events and services. The district subscription is valid for multiple administrators from the district; it does not limit access to one individual. Sign up now; subscriptions run July 1-June 30. Learn more What's in your district's future? Let OSBA be your partner in building a process to develop an effective, aligned strategic plan to map your district’s path to future success. OSBA's Strategic Planning Service can help your district create a comprehensive, long-term strategic plan to ensure you always know which road to take. OSBA consultants will help you identify critical issues, set comprehensive goals for the district and determine priorities for the future. Learn more OSBA Store Effective Booster Groups and Support Organizations Although Ohio law does not specifically address booster groups and parent organizations, these organizations and their respective activities do fall under numerous federal and state laws and regulations. This publication provides vital information to both school districts and booster group members regarding booster group governance, liability matters and financial issues. The publication also offers recommendations on effective school board and booster group relations. Search for more products OSBA Executive Searches No open OSBA searches at this time. View other administrative openings from around the state Member Services and Endorsed Partners View more services Our Mission OSBA leads the way to educational excellence by serving Ohio’s public school board members and the diverse districts they represent through superior service, unwavering advocacy and creative solutions. Contact Ohio School Boards Association 8050 N. High St., Suite 100 Columbus, OH 43235 (614) 540-4000 | (800) 589-OSBA Fax: (614) 540-4100 | Send us feedback Connect Don't forget! OSBA's Town Hall at 4 p.m. today features a panel discussion on reopening plans with teachers. Learn… twitter.com/i/web/status...