CASB Connections

Through the lens of school board development, join CASB staff, members and guests as they explore public education topics in order to connect with members in their leadership development journey.

Public Comment and Social Media 05/03/2024

Public Comment and Social Media Learn the ins and outs of public comment during school board meetings, as well as what constitutes public comment when it comes to social media use by school board members. Rachel Amspoker, CASB Staff Attorney, and Sonja McKenzie, Cherry Creek School District Chief Counsel, share the details involved in public comment and best practices that you will want to hear and put into practice. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/31115068

The Policy Review Process 04/22/2024

The Policy Review Process Is the policy review process somewhat confusing? CASB's Policy Specialists, Kristina Gutierrez and Holly Burg, break it down into steps so you know how to organize your board meeting agenda, who should have input into policy updates, and depending on your board policy BG, how many meetings you are required to have in order to adopt policy and/or policy updates. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/30940793

Understanding the Policy Coding System 01/03/2024

Understanding the Policy Coding System If you're a new board member you may be a bit overwhelmed with the policy coding system. This podcast shares the why and the what to the system so you can become familiar with your board policies in no time. Make sure to access CASB's top 20 policies board members should know, which is available on our website at www.casb.org. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/29331538

Meet Colorado's New Commissioner of Education: Susana Cordova 11/07/2023

Meet Colorado's New Commissioner of Education: Susana Cordova Susana Cordova is Colorado's newest Commissioner of Education and she brings of wealth of education knowledge with her to this position. Susana is not new to Colorado or education. Get to know her and her hopes and dreams for the education system in our state that benefits all students regardless of where they live. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/28547126

Connecting with Peter Sheahan, CASB's 83rd Annual Convention Keynote Speaker 09/20/2023

Connecting with Peter Sheahan, CASB's 83rd Annual Convention Keynote Speaker Peter Sheahan, well known leadership consultant and speaker, is joining CASB for their 83rd Annual Convention on Friday, December 8, 2023 to speak on AI, K12 education, and student mental health. Hear what Peter has in mind for his keynote address and why you should attend. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/28096325

Creating Your District's Legislative Platform 08/21/2023

Creating Your District's Legislative Platform Join CASB's Communications Specialist, Bryce Reedy, and CASB Board of Directors Member and Englewood School District Board Member, Caty Husbands, as Caty leads you through the steps in creating your legislative platform. This isn't a quick process, but Caty will get you started on the very necessary path of grounding your district in their legislative priorities at the state and federal level. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/27811353

Communication Strategy 07/18/2023

Communication Strategy Does your district have an updated communications plan in place? Learn how to create a plan or update your current plan regardless of your district's size. We cover the basics starting with knowing your "Why" and moving on to the "What" and "How". We also dive into crisis communication plans. At CASB, we've got you covered with best practices and this practice focuses on your district's communication strategy and plan. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/27500367

Proposition HH 07/10/2023

Proposition HH Join Tracie Rainey, Executive Director at the Colorado School Finance Project, Matt Cook, CASB's Director of Public Policy & Advocacy, Leslie Bogar, CASB's Director of Professional Learning, and Bryce Reedy, CASB's Communications Specialist, as they dive into Proposition HH and everything that goes along with it. Below you will find the resources discussed in the podcast. - Jesse Paul, Colorado Sun, May 3, 2023. - Andrew Kenney, CPR, May 4, 2023 /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/27424509

Electric School Bus Grant Program 05/30/2023

Electric School Bus Grant Program Join CASB's Communication Specialist Bryce Reedy and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's Steve McCannon as they discuss the Electric School Bus Grant Program. Steve dives into the requirements for districts, how the grant process works, its potential advantages for reducing pollution, and much more. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/26993235

Rural Advocacy from the Larger School District Dias 04/07/2023

Rural Advocacy from the Larger School District Dias Join Leslie Bogar, CASB's Director of Professional Learning, Lindley McCrary, CASB's President-Elect, and Brian Ewert, Littleton Public Schools Superintendent, as they discuss rural advocacy from the larger school district dias. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/26479566

Policy Governance 01/19/2023

Policy Governance Board Governance. What is it and how many models of school board governance exist? Join Director of Public Policy & Advocacy, Matt Cook, and Policy Specialist Kristina Gutierrez as they dive into all thinks policy governance. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/25663014

The Role of the Board President 06/17/2022

The Role of the Board President The school board president is responsible for setting the tone and demeanor of the board and so much more. If you are new to this role or have future aspects of running for school board president, the insights and wisdom shared in this podcast are worth listening to. You'll gain insights from Tammie Delaney, Hayden School District school board president, and Karin Reynolds, former school board president for Academy District 20, as they share their experience serving in this important position. Music: Lumber Down by Barstool /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/23463902

Student Voice and the Work of the Durango 9-R School Board 04/18/2022

Student Voice and the Work of the Durango 9-R School Board Including student voice in the work of the school board takes planning but most of all, it takes students that have an interest in and passion for influencing decision makers in their district. Hear how the Durango 9-R School District implemented student engagement in the work of their board and the effects it has had on the students serving on the board, as well as the district as a whole. Music: Traveling with Corina Long by Lobo Loco /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/22831463

Quorums and Electronic School Board Participation 03/24/2022

Quorums and Electronic School Board Participation /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/22558835

Engaging Student Voice in the Work of the Board 03/11/2022

Engaging Student Voice in the Work of the Board How do you engage student voice in the work of your board? Hear from three Colorado high school students that have worked hard to share their ideas, as well as work alongside board members and their state education department. You'll pick up insights into how your board can actively engage students in the work of the district and much more. Music: Breathe in the Static by Kirk Pearson /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/22418792

Understanding the Colorado Open Records Act 01/28/2022

Understanding the Colorado Open Records Act Want more information on the Why, What, and How of the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA)? Find out why CORA requests are a good thing, as well as best practices to follow when you do receive a request. Music: Soothe by Bodytonic /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/21934280

Onboarding New Board Members Part 4 12/21/2021

Onboarding New Board Members Part 4 There are multiple areas new board members should be oriented to in the onboarding process. These include orientation to the board, orientation to board member responsibilities and those of the superintendent, and orientation to the district. This podcast focuses on orientation to the board and the district and the documents and protocols necessary to help your new members get up to speed. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/21566981

Onboarding New Board Members Part 3: Roles and Responsibilities 12/13/2021

Onboarding New Board Members Part 3: Roles and Responsibilities Are you a new board member? Do you understand the difference between your role and your board responsibilities? When it comes to the role and responsibilities of the board it is imperative that board members understand what this means to them both individually and collectively. Effective boards know their lane of operation and do their best to stay in that lane. In this podcast you'll learn more about your lane. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/21472631

Onboarding New Board Members Part 2 10/26/2021

Onboarding New Board Members Part 2 Part 2 in this series focuses on sharing the district's vision, mission, and strategic plan process. A shared vision is imperative for a well-functioning board governance team. A vision action plan is necessary in order to move the district forward with the goal of improved student achievement for all students. A vision without a plan is not actionable. Get new board members on the same page by sharing the process up front. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/20950220

Onboarding New Board Members Part 1 09/16/2021

Onboarding New Board Members Part 1 Do you have an onboarding plan for your new board members? There's still time to get one in place and this series of Onboarding podcasts will help you get there. Effective boards onboard new members well so they can get to work as a united team. Hear an overview of 11 steps you can begin to discuss with your board members in order to create a great onboarding plan. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/20503049

The ESSER Tell Your Story Campaign 08/17/2021

The ESSER Tell Your Story Campaign The Tell Your Story Campaign was created so school districts can share first-hand knowledge with their community in regard to the importance of public education, how the district has and is using the federal stimulus funds, and more. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/20176712

Governing the Right Way: The Role and Responsibilities of School Board Members 06/01/2021

Governing the Right Way: The Role and Responsibilities of School Board Members School board members are elected to govern their school district and this is much harder than it sounds. It hinges on the role and responsibilities of a school board member and if they choose to follow them or not. Two board presidents share their wisdom and insights gained from experience with boards that have stayed within the guardrails, as well as those that have driven through them. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/19319510

The Colorado Youth Congress & Student Voice 04/20/2021

The Colorado Youth Congress & Student Voice The Colorado Youth Congress is a program engaging students across the state in two focused priorities all the while building necessary skills for success after graduation. Learn about the program from three students that have been impacted by their involvement in the organization, as well as influenced the organization's DNA. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/18798773

Colorado Legislative Basics 04/13/2021

Colorado Legislative Basics If you're unfamiliar with how the Colorado legislative session works, don't know quite how a bill becomes a law, need a refresher on some of the terms used during the process, and are unaware of a few of our Colorado state symbols, this podcast will help. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/18713102

An Equitable Outcomes Discussion with Bill de la Cruz 04/05/2021

An Equitable Outcomes Discussion with Bill de la Cruz The terms Equity and Equitable Outcomes are not one in the same. Bill de la Cruz, personal transformation guru in the field of foundational bias, shares the meaning behind both terms and how school board members and others can move forward in their goal to provide opportunity, access, and inclusion for their students and staff. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/18608186

The Colorado Virtual Career Fair: It's Educational! 03/17/2021

The Colorado Virtual Career Fair: It's Educational! The Colorado Virtual Career Fair coming April 2021. It's an educational event where students, parents, and educators will connect with professionals in a variety of career fields to hear their career stories. The Colorado Virtual Career Fair is seeking panelists as well as student facilitators. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/18370124

A Conversation with the Colorado Gifted and Talented Student Board 03/02/2021

A Conversation with the Colorado Gifted and Talented Student Board Join the Colorado Gifted and Talented Student Board as they share their board's creation story, the goals the board has set for supporting gifted and talented students, and how they went above and beyond with what the pandemic brought to their doorstep. Allie Lindsey, Sarah Keller, and Zeyta Whitson-Deherrera share the why, how, and what of the work of their board. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/18150917

The Role of an Advocate with Phil Virden 02/09/2021

The Role of an Advocate with Phil Virden Rural advocacy requires commitment, perseverance, and gumption, which are also necessary characteristics for all school board members. Join Phil Virden, Former CASB Board of Directors President and current Board President for the Hinsdale School District as he shares wisdom in regard to establishing human to human relationships in order to move your advocacy efforts forward. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/17890067

The Role of an Advocate with Kathy Plomer 01/26/2021

The Role of an Advocate with Kathy Plomer The role of an advocate is built upon establishing relationships first and foremost. Adams 12 board president, Kathy Plomer, shares her insights into advocacy based upon years of experience as an advocate for public education. You'll hear why you don't have to be an expert on every single issue in order to be a great advocate. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/17701079

The Role of an Advocate with Jan Tanner 01/14/2021

The Role of an Advocate with Jan Tanner As a school board member you are an advocate for public education and students in your district. Former Colorado Association of School Boards Board President, Jan Tanner, shares insights and practices that will help you in your advocacy role. /episode/index/show/casbconnections/id/17550113

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