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Effective school board members understand where their district succeeds and where their district has challenges. They should have a vision for not only what a better district will look like but also how to get there.

Community Involvement

School boards are the community’s voice for public education. This entails attending district and community events, offering transparency into school board activities, and being responsive to questions about school board initiatives.

Student Achievement

Effective school board members never forget that their top priority is student achievement. No matter how loud the other voices get, school boards are successful when they remember that they must protect the interests of their students.

Positive Relationships

School boards must become part of the district, not just a silent group overseeing district activities. They need to foster constructive relationships with everyone from the superintendent to the teachers to the parents.