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EPISODE · Apr 2, 2026 · 16 MIN

A Seat at the Table: The Role of the Ex Officio Student Board Member

from NYSSBA's President's Gavel Podcast · host NYSSBA's President's Gavel Podcast

What does it look like when a student has a real seat at the table? In this episode, we hear how one ex officio student board member turned curiosity about his district into meaningful advocacy by shaping decisions, strengthening connections and proving that the student voice can truly make an impact. HostDarci D’Ercole, Chief Governance and Leadership Development Officer, NYSSBA GuestMatthew (Matt) Wohlstadter, Ex Officio Student Member and Peer Leader at Chappaqua Central School DistrictResourcesSchedule your Custom Board Retreat today! Contact Ellen Kramek at 518-7833753 or via email at [email protected]. Have a question about today’s topic? NYSSBA Leadership Development Trainers are here to help! Send you your questions to [email protected]. Stock media provided by www.pond5.com

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