Trustee Manual (Printed Set)
2026 Edition Printed Set of 8 Manuals Superintendents and board members told us they needed a practical guide that explains their roles, responsibilities, and authority. So, after hundreds of hours of legal work and critical input from an Advisory Committee of board members, superintendents, and Education Service Center personnel, we published our Trustee Manual. For... read more
Trustee Manual (PDF Version)
2026 Edition Superintendents and board members told us they needed a practical guide that explains their roles, responsibilities, and authority. So, after hundreds of hours of legal work and critical input from an Advisory Committee of board members, superintendents, and Education Service Center personnel, we published our Trustee Manual. For trustees who will not read…
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DOI Done Right: A Complete Procedural and Practical Guide for Texas Public Schools
A Guide to Statutory Flexibilities, Model Language, and Board Procedures An all-in-one guide demystifies the District of Innovation process for Texas public schools. Designed for superintendents, administrators, and board members, it walks districts through required steps, timelines, notices, and voting procedures. The manual includes model resolutions, sample board scripts, pre-written exemption language, and clear explanations…
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2025 Guardian Program Forms Package
We are pleased to offer a comprehensive package of ready-to-use forms designed to help districts implement and manage their Guardian Program with confidence, compliance, and efficiency. This package provides both the formal resolutions required for Board action and the practical administrative tools your team needs for day-to-day implementation. What’s Included: Resolution Authorizing Employees to Participate…
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Legal Jumpstart Webinar for Newly Elected Trustees
Begin your term informed and prepared. Spend 90 information-packed minutes getting up to speed on the most recent legislation, board meeting insights, and other important legal topics to hit the ground running. Attendees receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credit through TASB. Topics Covered: The Role of the Trustee The Texas Open Meetings Act Robert’s…
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89th Legislative Update On-Demand Webinar Series
Stay ahead of the curve with our 2025 Legislative Update On-Demand Webinar Series, designed specifically for Texas school districts. Each session offers clear, plain-language explanations of newly enacted laws and practical action plans your district can implement right away. Whether you’re a superintendent, administrator, or board member, these updates help ensure compliance and informed decision-making….
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89th Legislative Update: Safety and Security
Several bills passed during the 89th Legislative Session have introduced significant updates to safety and security requirements across Texas. This webinar will provide an overview of the most impactful legislative changes affecting public school districts and offer insights into how these updates may influence your district’s safety policies, procedures, and compliance efforts.
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89th Legislative Update: Personnel Issues
Many of the bills that passed during the 89th Legislative Session impact your personnel policies and practices in various ways. Tune in to this webinar to hear about these changes and their practical implications.
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Homeroom Security: Navigating HB-3’s Armed Security Mandate
House Bill 3's (HB-3) armed security requirement for schools is a complex mandate that presents many challenges for Texas school districts. This 3-part webinar series is for school board trustees, superintendents, school security personnel and other district leaders who would benefit from a comprehensive discussion of HB-3's legal requirements and practical implications for Texas school... read more
89th Legislative Update: Open Government
The 89th Texas Legislature made several key changes to the Open Meetings Act and the Public Information Act, and compliance just got trickier. From business-day posting requirements to mandatory meeting recordings and longer retention timelines, school officials have new rules to navigate. This webinar will break down what changed, what it means for your district,…
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