GAVEL Vision and Relationships
This full-day program delivers both GAVEL Vision and GAVEL Relationships training. GAVEL Vision introduces board members to the latest research on school board governance, including what we now understand about how boards can provide leadership that improves student achievement. GAVEL Relationships empowers board members to fulfill their role as a link between the school and community.
- Download the registration form (Word)
Outcomes
- Board members have a basic understanding of current research on the board's role in improving student achievement.
- Board members understand the importance of the district's vision, mission, beliefs and goals.
- Board members have a basic understanding of how to support human resource systems.
- Board members understand their role in negotiations, hiring and terminations.
- Board members understand and respect the chain of command within a schools system.
- Board members understand the obligation to provide appropriate facilities, a safe environment, transportation, materials and time for learning.
- Board members understand how to address citizen concerns during board meetings or outside of meetings.
- Board members understand the importance of being an advocate for children and how to relate to different stakeholders.
- Board members understand how to respond to questions from the media.
Dates and Locations
The March session previously scheduled in Rapid City has been cancelled.
Registration Fees
Registration fees include professional workshop fees, all materials and an afternoon meal.
Download the registration form (Word)
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REGISTRATION FEE STRUCTURE |
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EARLY REGISTRATION
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REGULAR REGISTRATION
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ASBSD MEMBERS |
$100 |
$110 |
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NON-ASBSD MEMBERS |
$150 |
$160 |
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CANCELLATION FEE* |
$20 |
$20 |
| *Fee applies for failing to cancel, in writing, 72 hours ahead. |