This book provides memorable, pithy anecdotes from one school board member’s experience on the board. It also weaves in amalgamations of other school board members and their sensemaking to illustrate points for the reader’s understanding and application. It includes empirical research completed in Washington state in 2016 to underscore the relevance and potential frequency of the observations and discussion points.
This book blends vivid boardroom anecdotes, collective insights from school leaders, and empirical research to illuminate the challenges, patterns, and practical lessons of school board service.
