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MSBA Administrative Office and Training Complex

380 Zurich Drive 

Ridgeland, MS 39157

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Courses

BASIC COURSE for New Board Members

School board members are public officials and must abide by the Constitution, state and federal laws and regulations. The Basic Course is an overview of the key responsibilities of school board members.

Why new school board members must take the 12-Hour Basic Course: As required by MS Code Section 37-7-306, new school board members must complete the Basic Course within six months of their election / appointment to the school board. Failure to do so could result in removal from office.

To receive credit, new board members must attend both days of this two-day course. The two-day course schedule generally begins on Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and continues Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Superintendents are encouraged to attend the Basic Course with their new board members and upon completion are eligible to receive 10 hours SEMI Credit.

There is no charge for the Basic Course for new board members, but board members must pre-register. However, districts will be responsible for their meals and lodging.

Hotel Information: MSBA now has corporate relationships with Hyatt Place and Embassy Suites in Ridgeland, MS.

Hyatt Place Jackson / Ridgeland, 1016 Highland Colony Parkway, Ridgeland, MS, offers a rate of $129.00 for a two queen bed room and $149.00 for a king bed room when calling the front desk at 1-601-898-8815.

Embassy Suites, 200 Township Place, Ridgeland, MS, offers a rate of $157.00 for a suite (breakfast, evening drinks in the lobby included) when calling their front desk at 1-601-607-7112.
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Continuing Education Courses


Training is one of the most important services provided by MSBA. Continuous learning focused on improving our schools and student achievement is quite important for all education professionals.

While training is board-member focused, MSBA welcomes superintendents and other district leaders to join in the sessions. MSBA believes and advocates that superintendents and boards must work together as a TEAM to improve schools.

Board members are provided evening and Saturday courses, located by regions in the state, to satisfy state requirements for earning six (6) hours of continuing education annually. At least two 3-hour courses are provided each year, examining timely issues and areas of need.

2023-2024 CBD Topics

Experience is often called “the best teacher.” Usually, that means that we have had to learn something by making mistakes. But wouldn’t it be nice to learn before mistakes are made? MSBA’s 2023-2024 Center for Board Development (CBD) modules use experiences of school boards to help participants learn the correct way to handle a wide variety of school board situations.
  • The Power of Positive Governance (3 hours)
  • The Collaborative Edge: Building Bridges to Lead High Performing Teams (3 hours)

CBD Credit Hours

  • School board members will earn three CEU credit hours for each three hours attended.
  • Superintendents and administrators can earn five SEMI credit hours for each six hours attended.

CBD Course Fees

  • Member Fee: $150 per each 3-hour course
  • Nonmember Fee: $300 per each 3-hour course

CBD Credit Hours

  • School board members will earn three CEU credit hours for each three hours attended.
  • Superintendents and administrators can earn five SEMI credit hours for each six hours attended.

CBD Course Fees

  • Member Fee: $150 per each 3-hour course
  • Nonmember Fee: $300 per each 3-hour course

Courses

The Board’s Role in Improving Student Achievement Part I  
(3 hours) $150.00


In this module, the participant will be introduced to how the board can improve student outcomes by focusing on two of the four areas of school board governance that make a difference in student learning. 

 

The participant learning objectives are:

  • To understand the difference between school governance and school management and why this distinction is important if school boards are to fulfill their role in improving student outcomes; and
  • To understand the importance of planning, the school board’s role in planning and how to develop a school improvement plan that improves student learning.
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The Board’s Role in Improving Student Achievement Part II
(3 hours) $150.00

In this continuation of The Board’s Role in Improving Student Achievement, the participant will be introduced to how the board can improve student outcomes by focusing on the last two of the four areas of school board governance that make a difference in student learning. 

The participant learning objectives are:

  • To understand and demonstrate how the board monitors a school improvement plan at board meetings to assure the goals, as established by the school board and superintendent, are being accomplished; and
  • To understand the importance of community engagement and how it impacts student achievement and academic growth.

Taking Proper Action at Board Meetings (3 hours) $150.00

Using School Board Policy to Improve Student Achievement (3 hours) $150.00

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MSBA Center for Board Development

2024-2025 Training Modules

Future-Focused Leadership: Are You Ready for the Next Generation?

The module, Future-Focused Leadership: Are You Ready for the Next Generation? is a comprehensive training module designed to prepare school board members and superintendents for the challenges and opportunities related to leading in a rapidly evolving educational landscape. The training modulecovers a wide range of critical topics, including understanding the unique characteristics and learning styles of Generation Z and Generation Alpha, preparing students for college and career success, and reinforcing the crucial role of school boards in policy development. Participants will explore strategies for strategic planning, budget alignment, curriculum innovation,policy review, and the integration of technology and AI — all aimed at creating a future-ready educational environment.

From Policy to Performance: Who is Telling Your Story?

The training module, “From Policy to Performance: Who is Telling Your Story?” is designed to provide school board members and superintendents with a comprehensive understanding of the essential communication strategies needed to effectively manage public relations and to shape the narrative of their school districts. This training module will cover topics ranging from visionary leadership in communication, ethical considerations, and operational management, to the specific roles of the school board and superintendent in policy development, crisis communication, and community engagement. Participants will explore practical applications through real-world scenarios and case studies. Additionally, the leadership team will be equipped to handle communication challenges and to promote a positive image of public education, even in the face of opposition.

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