VSBA: School Board News

Virginia School Boards Association
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A monthly podcast brought to you by the Virginia School Boards Association. Hosted by Executive Director Gina Patterson, this podcast will discuss matters pertinent to school board members in Virginia.

  1. Introduction

    SEASON 1, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    Introduction

    A monthly podcast brought to you by the Virginia School Boards Association. Hosted by Executive Director Gina Patterson, this podcast will discuss matters pertinent to school board members in Virginia.

    2 min
  2. Advocacy: What Is It & What Can YOU Do?

    EPISODE 2

    Advocacy: What Is It & What Can YOU Do?

    What if you have a legislator who just doesn't hear you when it comes to your community's education issues? How can you be the catalyst for change? In this episode, we sit down with Government Relations Specialist to discuss the power of consistent advocacy and engagement in your legislative process.

    10 min
  3. Governance

    EPISODE 3

    Governance

    In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Samantha Bosserman to discuss your questions about School Board Governance.

    13 min
  4. Transparency and Goal Setting with BoardDocs

    EPISODE 4

    Transparency and Goal Setting with BoardDocs

    In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Kristin Forsberg and Merritt Brooks from BoardDocs to discuss the ways in which BoardDocs can help divisions remain transparent while efficiently tracking goals.

    7 min
  5. Interview with Dr. James Lane, Virginia State Superintendent of Public Instruction

    EPISODE 5

    Interview with Dr. James Lane, Virginia State Superintendent of Public Instruction

    In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Dr. James Lane, Virginia State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Gina and Dr. Lane discuss the state of education in Virginia and how the Department of Education and School board Members can work together.

    14 min
  6. Working with Your Local Appropriating Body

    EPISODE 6

    Working with Your Local Appropriating Body

    In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Ruth Larson, Supervisor for the Berkley District in James City County. Gina and Ruth discuss how to establish and maintain a relationship with a local appropriating body.

    10 min
  7. SPECIAL EDITION: VSBA Bullying Prevention Month

    EPISODE 7

    SPECIAL EDITION: VSBA Bullying Prevention Month

    In this special episode of VSBA School Board News, we will be discussing Bullying Prevention Practices. Executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Bridget Adams, Supervisor of Youth Development with Newport News City Public Schools., together they discuss Bullying Prevention Practices. Highlighting several initiatives that exist within Newport News which aim to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all students, and what first steps others can take to foster the same culture in their divisions.

    11 min
  8. School Bus Safety Week, Oct 21-25

    EPISODE 8

    School Bus Safety Week, Oct 21-25

    In this special episode of VSBA School Board News, in observance of School Bus Safety week, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined Mike Rezac, risk control consultant with VACORP. Gina and Mike discuss the matters related to school bus safety, including things everyone from school board members, to transportation staff, to citizens can do to keep our students safe on and around school buses.

    9 min
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A monthly podcast brought to you by the Virginia School Boards Association. Hosted by Executive Director Gina Patterson, this podcast will discuss matters pertinent to school board members in Virginia.

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