The Benefits of TASB Membership
TASB is well known for the exceptional quality of its services and has a reputation for responding to member needs quickly, effectively, and thoroughly.
TASB members receive a variety of services, depending on their membership category.
Basic services
All members enjoy these basic services:
- Texas Lone Star magazine, member magazine available in print and online
- The Star, member e-newsletter providing up-to-the-minute news and deadline information
- TASB Talks, podcast featuring interesting conversations with Texas education experts
- Tasb.org, offering member information and details about TASB products and services
- The TASB Member Center, accessed with myTASB login, which features exclusive resources and personalized information
- TASB Legal Services publications through the online School Law eSource or alerts and advisories
- Access to services offered by TASB directly or indirectly through its affiliated entities (where eligible), upon payment of required fees
- On-call assistance through the members' 800 number on topics related to Texas public education
- Opportunities to connect with TASB on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram
Active Members
Active Members have voting privileges and access to all of TASB’s membership benefits. Here is a quick overview:
- Advocacy: TASB represents school district interests at the state and federal government levels. TASB’s legislative goals and objectives are embodied in the Association’s legislative program, developed by Active Members through TASB’s grassroots process.
- Professional development: TASB is committed to building strong leadership teams focused on boosting student achievement. The Association offers many opportunities for professional development—from conferences to workshops and self-paced online learning.
- Legal assistance: TASB’s Legal Services attorneys offer toll-free telephone legal consultation to school board members, administrators, and attorneys. They deliver legal training, write legal publications, and write and review draft policies for school districts, community colleges, and regional education service centers.
- Support of public education: Strong Texas public schools make Texas strong. TASB has a variety of campaigns and advocacy efforts to help build support for Texas public schools and encourage Texans to speak up for our schools.
Learn more:
For more information about TASB benefits, call 800.580.8272, and connect with a staff of experts dedicated to helping school board members and the districts they serve make schools the best they can be.