Learn how to lead effectively without the president title or responsibilities. Leadership isn’t defined by position! Join this highly interactive, hands-on session to learn strategies for leading from any board position. We’ll unpack real-life examples as we explore what true leadership means. Both experienced and newly elected board members will leave encouraged and empowered to make a difference from any seat.
Turnarounds are rarely linear. This session offers a candid look at the early missteps, course corrections, and governance lessons learned while rebuilding a struggling rural district. Rather than promoting a single model, the presenters will share practical insights into board-superintendent alignment, decision discipline, and long-term thinking that ultimately led to improved stability and trust. Designed for board members who value realism over theory.
Wondering how your governance team can get regular student input on hot topics like cell phone use, AI, grading practices and course offerings? One option is to form a dedicated Student Advisory Council. Learn how one district has attracted more than 30 students to serve in this role—and how the students have helped the administration and board better meet student needs.
, Virtual live event
Join MASB staff for a Member Matters webinar—an opportunity to share what is going on in your district and hear from others about any topic that is top of mind for you, your board and district. Sharing with and learning from each other are some of the greatest benefits of our education community.
, Grand Rapids
These free meetings provide an opportunity to discuss the most crucial issues for you and your district, helping shape priorities for the upcoming legislative session. You can help! MASB’s legislative agenda is only as strong as the number of voices that create it. Full participation from our school board members and superintendents is crucial. The priorities established throughout the state will guide our Government Relations team in their advocacy efforts on behalf of our members.
This session is intended for school board members—both veteran and newly elected or appointed—whose districts are using MASB’s Superintendent Evaluation Tool.
, Waterford
These free meetings provide an opportunity to discuss the most crucial issues for you and your district, helping shape priorities for the upcoming legislative session. You can help! MASB’s legislative agenda is only as strong as the number of voices that create it. Full participation from our school board members and superintendents is crucial. The priorities established throughout the state will guide our Government Relations team in their advocacy efforts on behalf of our members.
, Lansing, MI 48917
MASB and MASA recognize the important role administrative professionals play in the job of educating Michigan’s children in a safe and supportive environment. We hope you’ll join us for this joint event packed with professional learning, networking and more.
These free meetings provide an opportunity to discuss the most crucial issues for you and your district, helping shape priorities for the upcoming legislative session. You can help! MASB’s legislative agenda is only as strong as the number of voices that create it. Full participation from our school board members and superintendents is crucial. The priorities established throughout the state will guide our Government Relations team in their advocacy efforts on behalf of our members.
, Clinton Township
These free meetings provide an opportunity to discuss the most crucial issues for you and your district, helping shape priorities for the upcoming legislative session. You can help! MASB’s legislative agenda is only as strong as the number of voices that create it. Full participation from our school board members and superintendents is crucial. The priorities established throughout the state will guide our Government Relations team in their advocacy efforts on behalf of our members.
, Lansing
Join school board members, superintendents and education leaders from across Michigan for inspiring keynote speakers, practical governance sessions, meaningful networking experiences and more than 60 learning opportunities designed to strengthen your leadership.
, Lansing
The 2026-27 school year will bring new and evolving challenges for school board members and administrators. Prepare for the legal issues ahead at the Michigan Council of School Attorneys’ Fall Conference, where leading education law attorneys will provide timely guidance on critical issues affecting Michigan schools.
, Mount Pleasant
, Traverse City
, Watervliet
This session is intended for school board members—both veteran and newly elected or appointed—whose districts are using MASB’s Superintendent Evaluation Tool.
, Virtual live event
Join MASB staff for a Member Matters webinar—an opportunity to share what is going on in your district and hear from others about any topic that is top of mind for you, your board and district. Sharing with and learning from each other are some of the greatest benefits of our education community.
, Lansing
Your board's organizational meeting sets the tone for the year ahead. From establishing calendar dates, electing officers and other governance decisions, this meeting takes preparation and foresight. This workshop will ensure you're ready for an effective year!
To respect our speakers and facilitators—and to protect the value of MASB programming—audio or video recording of MASB events, sessions, workshops, trainings or other educational programs is not permitted.
Attendees are welcome to take photos and share highlights from MASB events on social media, when appropriate. Please be respectful of presenters and fellow attendees when taking or sharing photos.