Governance at the Local Level: The Untapped Power of School Boards

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School boards may seem local and low-profile, but they’re at the heart of today’s biggest battles over education, governance and democracy. In this episode, we discuss why school boards matter more than ever—and how they can help rebuild trust, strengthen schools and model civil discourse in a divided time. HostDarci D’Ercole Chief Governance and Leadership Development Officer, NYSSBA GuestScott Levy Adjunct Professor, Harvard Graduate School of Education Author, Why School Boards Matter: Reclaiming the Heart of Education and Democracy Byram Hills Central School District Board of Education ResourcesHave a question or a topic idea? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]. Stock media provided by www.pond5.com

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