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Oregon Lighthouse Project

An introduction to the Lighthouse Project, a research-based curriculum designed to help boards develop leadership in student achievement.

Reductions in force - the Board's role

An overview of the role of the board and the appropriate process and procedures that are followed by the district administrator for reductions in force.

Essential School Board Book Summary

Well-researched, practical strategies to improve student achievement through good governance from The Essential School Board Book by Nancy Walser.

Edzapp Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions for candidates using EdZapp's electronic application system.

New board member resources

Resources for New Board Members

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Board Operations Publications

Becoming a Better Board Member

Designed to give you an easy-to-understand guide to the workings of a school board. Considered THE source of information, this resource gives you everything you'll need to be a board member.

Board Governance through Policy

Learn what policy is and the role administrative regulations play in the implementation of policy.

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Board Operations Related Links

American School Board Journal

Editorially independent education magazine published monthly by the National School Boards Association.

National School Boards Association (NSBA)

Not-for-profit organization representing state associations of school boards and their member districts across the United States.

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