Congratulations on being elected or appointed as a school board member! You’ve taken on one of the most important responsibilities in public education—helping shape the future for every Michigan student. While this role comes with significant responsibilities, please know that you're not alone on this journey. MASB exists specifically to support dedicated school board members like you.
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You’re now part of a powerful network of more than 4,000 school board members across Michigan. Together, our collective voice shapes educational policy at both the state and federal levels. Whether you’re attending our training sessions, accessing our resources, or connecting with fellow board members, we are committed to helping you become as effective as possible in your role.
The Certified Board Member Awards (CBA) program takes you from foundational concepts to advanced certifications, equipping you with essential knowledge to make informed decisions and serve your community effectively.
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Through MASB's year-round Institutes and Annual Leadership Conference, you'll experience focused, intensive learning while building valuable connections with fellow board members—helping you advance your certification journey.
Online Courses – Our self-paced online courses make it easy to fit board development into your busy schedule. All of our 100-level foundational courses are available asynchronously online, along with many others.
Training Reimbursement – Many of our CBA courses qualify for up to $100 reimbursement for individual board members through the Michigan Department of Education, making training accessible to all board members regardless of their district's financial resources.
CBA 101
MASB encourages all newly elected or appointed board members to take our 101 Board Member Certification Class (CBA), which covers the Fundamentals of School Board Service. This comprehensive course provides an essential overview of school district governance and board responsibilities.
Sign up for this month's New Board Member Series webinar to hear from experts on a topic pertinent to your first year of service. There will be an opportunity for Q & A as well!
Join Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search Services Greg Sieszputowski, M.Ed. and Assistant Director of Executive Search Services Jay Bennett, M.Ed. to learn how to best support your superintendent.
By the end of the session, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and confidence to nurture a solid and effective partnership with your superintendent.
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FREE WEBINARS
The New Board Member Series is designed to support you during your first year of board service. Starting in January, MASB offers FREE monthly webinars covering essential topics for effective board service.
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Sign up for this month's New Board Member Series webinar to hear from experts on a topic pertinent to your first year of service. There will be an opportunity for Q & A as well!
Join Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search Services Greg Sieszputowski, M.Ed. and Assistant Director of Executive Search Services Jay Bennett, M.Ed. to learn how to best support your superintendent.
By the end of the session, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and confidence to nurture a solid and effective partnership with your superintendent.
Generously Supported By: