VSBA: School Board News

In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director Gina Patterson is joined by VSBA Government Relations Specialist, J.T. Kessler. They discuss advocacy and what to expect during the upcoming Legislative Session.

In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director Gina Patterson is joined by Dr. Jeffery Smith, superintendent of Hampton City Schools and the 2019 Virginia Superintendent of the Year. They discuss the growth of Hampton City Public Schools, the relationship he has with his board members, and his hopes for Hampton’s future.

In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by VSBA President Tyrone Foster. Gina and Tyrone look back on Tyrone’s year as president, how he got his start on the school board, and how he hopes we can all “be the difference.”

In this special episode of VSBA School Board News, in observance of School Bus Safety week, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined Mike Rezac, risk control consultant with VACORP. Gina and Mike discuss the matters related to school bus safety, including things everyone from school board members, to transportation staff, to citizens can do to keep our students safe on and around school buses.

In this special episode of VSBA School Board News, we will be discussing Bullying Prevention Practices. Executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Bridget Adams, Supervisor of Youth Development with Newport News City Public Schools., together they discuss Bullying Prevention Practices. Highlighting several initiatives that exist within Newport News which aim to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all students, and what first steps others can take to foster the same culture in their divisions.

In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Ruth Larson, Supervisor for the Berkley District in James City County. Gina and Ruth discuss how to establish and maintain a relationship with a local appropriating body.

In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Dr. James Lane, Virginia State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Gina and Dr. Lane discuss the state of education in Virginia and how the Department of Education and School board Members can work together.

In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Kristin Forsberg and Merritt Brooks from BoardDocs to discuss the ways in which BoardDocs can help divisions remain transparent while efficiently tracking goals.

In this episode of VSBA School Board News, executive director, Gina Patterson is joined by Samantha Bosserman to discuss your questions about School Board Governance.

What if you have a legislator who just doesn't hear you when it comes to your community's education issues? How can you be the catalyst for change? In this episode, we sit down with Government Relations Specialist to discuss the power of consistent advocacy and engagement in your legislative process.