CASB Connections

HB20-1301 has paved the way for Colorado school boards to hold meetings during the ongoing crisis of COVID-19. CASB has information that boards need to know in regard to 1301 and the current status of requirements for schools during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Host: Leslie Bogar, Director of Professional Learning for the Colorado Association of School Boards Music: Sino de Cobre by Cholate

The 2020 Census is open from March 12, 2020 through July 31, 2020. As a district leader, your goal should be full community participation and you'll learn about the available resources to reach that goal. An accurate and complete count not only provides funding for our state and your district, it also helps to provide for a fair redistricting process. This is another opportunity for your district...

Do "respect" and "dignity" mean the same thing? Actually, there's a big difference and one that's inadvertently hurt a lot of our youth. Dive into the details with NY Times bestselling author, Rosalind Wiseman as she discusses her organization, Cultures of Dignity, and how she learns from and incorporates the voice of youth experts in the field – teens. Interview with Rosalind Wiseman, Co-founder...

Even though girls have been heavily involved in STEM programs the same isn't true for computer science. Girls Who Code clubs are changing that trajectory with their 3rd - 12th grade clubs, which are free, provide money, curriculum, support, and don't require a computer science or coding background for facilitators. This is a win-win program for your district schools.  Interview with Ellie Canter,...

As a public K12 advocate, do you know what's going on in our state capitol during the legislative session? Matt Cook, CASB Director of Public Policy and Advocacy, will give you the low down on the top bills that have hit the floor in the first week of the 2020 legislative session.  Interview with Matt Cook, CASB Director of Public Policy and Advocacy Host is Leslie Bogar, CASB Director of Professi...

CASB's 2020 Winter Legislative Conference is February 27-28. You'll hear details on our new location and the line-up for the conference. Don't miss out! Register Today!   Music: You're a Punk, I'm a Punk by Globuldub

Whether you're a new board member or one that's been serving for a while, you're sure to gain valuable information from this episode on the Colorado Open Meetings Law. Topics covered are the eight reasons executive session can be called, the difference between discussion and strategy, the two reasons executive sessions don't have to be electronically recorded, and much more. Use your 2019 CASB Lea...

Bill de la Cruz is known for his insight into personal bias, but it's more than insight. Bill shares information for all individuals that want to grow in their cultural awareness and develop skills that enable them to work toward collaborative efforts.  Interview with Bill de la Cruz Host: Leslie Bogar, Director of Professional Learning, CASB Music: You're a Punk I'm a Punk

Listen to the results of the Colorado Association of School Board's 2019 Delegate Assembly. Out of 50 resolutions brought to the floor by Colorado school districts, the delegates passed 41 along with CASB's nine standing resolutions. This is democracy in action and CASB will take these to the 2020 Legislative Assembly this January. Host: Leslie Bogar, CASB Director of Professional Learning Music:...

Cheri Wrench, CASB's new Executive Director, brings a unique perspective to her role with a career grounded in education from the classroom on up. You'll hear her vision for CASB and its members as the association continues to grow in providing members the tools that are necessary for governing their school districts with excellence.  Interview with: Cheri Wrench, executive director, Colorado Asso...

As a public school board member, you have a role as an advocate for your schools, students and community. As an elected official, you are a peer with other elected officials in your state including legislators and even your governor. Matt shares tips and tools that will help you  gain strength as an advocate and build relationships that last and work for your school district. Interview with Matt C...

Do you have a desire to serve as the delegate for your school board? It's not as daunting as it sounds. Matt Cook, CASB's Director of Advocacy and Public Policy, shares details on the delegate's role and responsibilities, the crafting of resolutions and what goes on at the CASB Delegate Assembly. This is democracy at its best! Interview with Matt Cook, CASB Director of Advocacy and Public Policy H...

In our nation, the story of inequity has many faces and Dr. Joyce Brooks is one of them. Growing up separated and not equal to championing for equity in our education system today, Dr. Brooks takes us on her journey and what it means for all groups to come to the table for our students.  Interview with: Dr. Joyce Brooks: Great Education Colorado Board Member, NAACP Colorado Education Chair, Colora...

Listen in on a conversation with two of Colorado's sages in education: Ken DeLay and Dr. John Hefty. You'll gain an historical context of K12 public education in our state, as well as where it is going in regard to school finance, state and federal regulations, teacher concerns, the achievement gap and much more.  Interview with: Ken DeLay, CASB Executive Director (1999-2019); Former attorney with...

Accountability Clock. Performance Watch. What does this mean to school districts and what support does the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) offer through the Turnaround Network? It's more than you think. Lindsey Jaeckel and Nicole Monet share details on the support their department provides to districts and schools - heart and soul - as members of CDE's Turnaround Network. Interview with: Li...

Find out what's being accomplished in the efforts to address rural teacher recruitment and retention in Colorado and how districts can utilize existing programs to grow their own recruits. Dr. Lori Reinsvold and Dr. Valerie Sherman will share what the Colorado Center for Rural Education has in place and how, through collaborative forces, the Center's programs are growing beyond what they envisione...

Before you jump onto the campaign trail, make sure you've completed a proper self-reflection. The steps shared in this podcast will be your last look in the mirror before heading to community forums and events.  Host: Leslie Bogar, CASB Director of Professional Learning & Events Music: Sine de Cobre by Cholate

Mary Nichols and Sue Chandler have both experienced the benefits of taking part in Littleton Public School's school board candidate orientation program. Orientation programs prepare candidates for the position by filling in the blanks and sharing the realities of what it means to be a school board member. The great thing about orienting board candidates is that any district can do this! Mary and S...

Long advocacy for rural school districts is gaining momentum and it has taken a village to to get these efforts to where they are today. Rural stories are just one aspect that has helped our legislators, and larger districts, gain a better understanding of our rural school districts - their concerns and successes. But there's much more. Find out what long advocacy is and how pinto beans created a...

Gain insight and practical steps your board can take in making sure  school board meetings are policy-focused. Without a policy-focused meeting, boards may make decisions that have negative consequences for their district, their students and their community.  Interview with: Jeri Hodgson-Fleuter, former CASB Deputy Executive Director & Director of Policy; Kathy Shannon, former CASB Legal and Polic...

You've made the decision to run for a seat on your school board. Step 1 accomplished! Now it's time to create a campaign strategy. Jan Tanner, former CASB Board of Directors President, former President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and Citizen Treasurer for District 11 in Colorado Springs and current board member for the Citizens Project and the Pikes Peak Restorative Justice Council, shar...

Local school districts are creatures of statute, formed by the law and subject to the law. Discover the legal structure that affects school boards in Colorado from the federal to state to district levels. Interview with Jeri Hodgson-Fleuter, former CASB Deputy Executive Director and Director of Policy and Kathy Shannon, former CASB Legal and Policy Counsel. Host is Leslie Bogar, CASB Director of P...

Thinking about running for your local school board? This conversation about the journey is full of wisdom and insight as shared by Carrie Warren-Gully, CASB Board of Directors Past President and former Littleton Public Schools Board of Education Treasurer along with Nancy Sarchet, former CASB Board of Directors Executive Committee member and former Weld County RE-1 Board of Education President and...

A conversation on policy basics with Jeri Hodgson-Fleuter, former CASB Deputy Executive Director and Policy Director and host Leslie Bogar, CASB Director of Professional Learning & Events. Find more information in CASB's 2019 Leadership Workbook and website at www.casb.org. Music: El Tajo by Cholate