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Make plans to attend the TASA/TASB Legislative Conference set for March 25 at the JW Marriott Austin Hotel. The conference is free, but preregistration is required.
Entries for TASB’s video contest are ready for viewing. See why Texas students are saying “Texas Public Schools Rock!”
School board candidates can learn more about the work of a trustee in a free webinar set for February 23 and repeated March 26. Preregistration is required.
February 16 is the deadline for the February 19-20 Administrative Professionals Conference at TASB offices.
A new article, “Social Media Guidelines for School Board Members”, offers practical tips for avoiding legal and ethical problems in the use of online communications about school district matters.
Housing is open for the Winter Governance and Legal Seminar in Corpus Christi March 5-7. Board members can earn up to 14 hours of training credit. Registration opens January 28.
This year’s Member Survey focuses on what is critical for members and how TASB can continue to provide the best possible service. Please share your thoughts about the Association by January 30.
Entries now are being accepted for the 2014-15 Student Video Contest. In a 30-second to two-minute video, students can tell us why their school rocks and win cash prizes.
This month is dedicated to more than 7,300 men and women who serve on local school boards. Say thanks to these individuals for their commitment to our students’ success.
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Register Now for 2015 Legislative Conference The 2015 TASA/TASB Legislative Conference is scheduled for March 25, 2015 at the J.W. Marriott Austin Hotel. This event provides trustees and administrators with an opportunity to learn about important issues being considered by state legislators and advocate on behalf of their local districts. Learn more and register today. Updated Transparency Document Texas public schools are on the leading edge of the movement to make government more transparent. Public Schools and Transparency (pdf) includes detailed analysis on the statutory requirements outlining the many ways that our schools must share information with the public.
February 27, 2015: Legal Tips includes EIC(LOCAL), Class Ranking: Weighted Grade System
January 21, 2015: Update 48 to the Regulations Resource Manual
December 11, 2014: Update 101 to the Policy Reference Manual
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New definition of spouse for FMLA: DOL has revised FMLA regulations to extend FMLA rights to eligible workers in same-sex marriages. 2/27/15 AASA study: AASA has released the results of its national study of superintendent salaries. 2/27/15 Teacher Ambassador Fellows: Teachers have a chance to influence federal education policy through a new program that offers them "a place at the table." 2/27/15
NCTQ Teacher Trendlines: February's issue focuses on health insurance premiums data from NCTQ's teacher contract database. 2/27/15 Bills to watch: TASPA has published a list of bills that have a potential effect on school human resources operations. 2/19/15
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With the 84th Texas legislative session under way, lawmakers are turning their attention to several education issues, including funding student enrollment growth, increasing support for student transportation, and requiring training to support school counselors. Read about this and more in the February/March 2015 Texas Lone Star.
Taft ISD Hires Executive Search Services On February 23, the Taft ISD Board of Trustees voted to hire TASB Executive Search Services (ESS) to conduct a search for a new superintendent. Further details can be found on the ESS Website.