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Policy Service is in the process of sending Update 88 to districts. Major policy updates are sent several times a year to reflect changes in law, court cases, and decisions by attorneys general and the commissioner of education
September 10 is the preregistration deadline for the TASA/TASB Convention in Houston. Don't miss out on exciting speakers, an expanded Digital Learning Pavilion, and valuable networking opportunities.
Thank an employer who understands the importance of school board service and supports that commitment. Individuals or firms nominated will receive a letter and certificate of appreciation from TASB.
Register now for the TASB Risk Management Fall Fund Seminars. Hosted at three locations across the state, seminars begin September 30 in Austin and are free to Fund members who register on line.
Look for history and resources regarding the current issues facing school finance on TASB's site:
FRN Stipend Applications Now Available: Board members who are interested in attending the Federal Relations Network Conference in Washington, D.C., may now download the application for the TASB FRN Stipend Program or submit it electronically using this form. The competitive stipend program is designed to increase board member participation in the conference and ensure attendance by at least one member from each of Texas' 32 congressional districts. Stipend applications are due Sept. 10, 2010.
Accountability Presentation Updated: The "Explaining Your District's Accountability Ratings" (ppt) presentation template has been updated to reflect new developments with the Texas Projection Measure.
Read the latest Legislative Report
September 2, 2010: Update 88 to the Policy Reference Manual
August 19, 2010: Vantage Points: A Board Member's Guide to Update 88
June 1, 2010: Preview the local policies included in Update 88
More news from Policy Service...
Survey link sent. The 2010-11 TASB/TASA Superintendent Survey link was sent to superintendents in July. We need your data! The deadline to participate is Sept. 10. Call TASB HR Services at 800-580-7782 with questions.HR Exchange published. The August issue includes a feature on the effort San Antonio ISD puts into making job interviews meaningful.Guidance released. TASB has released teacher pay guidance for school districts in the wake of the AG's opinion on the effect of HB 3646 for the 2010-11 school year.
Aug. 27 TASA/TASB Convention Housing deposits due
Aug. 29 Board Candidates Candidate endorsements for TASB Board of Directors due
Sept. 10 Delegate Assembly Delegate and alternate designations due
Sept. 10 Federal Relations Network (FRN) Conference Applications for stipend due
Sept. 10 Superintendent Salary Survey Deadline to participate
Sept. 10 TASA/TASB Convention Preregistration ends