Input Sought on Draft K-12 Math and English Common Core Standards
The draft Common Core Standards for Math and English are available for public comment until April 2. The common core college and career readiness and the K-12 standards define the knowledge and skills students need to succeed in entry-level, credit-bearing, academic college courses and in workforce training programs.

MASB Accepting Proposal for Fall Conference Presentations
MASB is calling for proposals from school districts, board members and other organizations for high-quality breakout sessions for its Annual Fall Conference that focus on topics of critical interest to school board members. All proposals must be submitted online by May 3, 2010.

Michigan Not Chosen as RttT Finalist
Michigan wasn't among the 16 states selected as a finalist for the first round of Race to the Top. Michigan will get feedback in April as to why it wasn't chosen, and will be able to apply for round two funding later this year. Click on the link above to learn more.

SOS Coalition Proposes Reforms to Solve School Funding Crisis
In a press release to statewide media, SOS outlined serious reforms to Michigan's school funding system and structure. Click on the link to read the SOS position statement and learn more about the efforts of this diverse group of school organizations.

Free Gift with Bookstore Purchase
Visit the MASB Bookstore for a wealth of educational resources to help you in your role as a school board member. While supplies last, get a free calculator padfolio with any bookstore purchase of $50 or more.

2009 Resolutions and Bylaws
Download MASB's Resolutions and Bylaws, which serve as a guide for the work of the Board of Directors and staff.

Michigan's School Funding Crisis
Click on the link above to watch a video created by Washtenaw ISD on Michigan's school funding system.