Most folks know what the NHSBA stands for – The NH School Board Association. Frankly, it is the epitome of the Education Establishment. They know best. They will do what they want, and while they’d like “involved parents,” They don’t brook too much dissent.
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SDGANH June 2023 Newsletter
by Skip
Well done! SDGA’s Annual General Meeting is in the History Books. Did you know the SDGA was founded in November 2016? We are just about seven years old! Although we don’t have a birthday party in November, we do hold an Annual General Meeting for all our members in May. This year, on May 13th, we … Read more
“What Is The Transgender Status of My Legal Son?” Part 4
by Skip
Don’t attempt to gaslight me by telling me I’m something when it was you folks that have been doing it for almost 3 years. I’ve had my “Gaslight shot” and I’m immune to it. More on that in a moment. However, to set the stage for that…
SDGANH 2022 Summer Newsletter
by Skip
Summer 2022 Newsletter Giving voters a voice by empowering elected school district officials to reclaim control over budgets and curriculum. Announcing SDGA’s New President: Eric Pauer Eric Pauer, formerly SDGA Vice President was elected President at the SDGA Annual General Meeting on July 9th. Eric brings a strong background in organizational leadership, and we look forward … Read more
U.S. Supreme Court Rules Against The New Hampshire School Boards Association: CALL TO ACTION
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Maine’s school choice program that allows cities and towns to provide tuition assistance for a child’s education. There was an attempt to deny this assistance to parents who choose a religious school for their children. That amounts to discriminatory practices.
On Becoming a More Effective School Board Member
by Skip
Join us for these invaluable webinars, starting next year, to enhance your effectiveness as a school board representative or as a parent advocate.
SDGANH: October 2021 Newsletter
by Skip
Giving voters a voice by empowering elected school district officials to reclaim control over budgets and curriculum. We’ve been exercising our voice. On September 29, the National School Boards Association sent a letter to President Biden, ” [o]n behalf of our state associations and the more the 90,000 school board members…” The letter called on the … Read more
SDGA – March 2021 Newsletter
by Skip
March 2021 Newsletter Giving voters a voice by empowering elected school district officials to reclaim control over budgets and curriculum. — Upcoming SDGA events — Webinar: Tool Kit for Newly Elected School Board Members Newly elected school board members face a steep learning curve. Get an overview of responsibilities, timelines, common issues and necessary resources. Conducted … Read more
SDGANH – January 2021 Newsletter
by Op-Ed
Giving voters a voice by empowering elected school district officials to reclaim control over budgets and curriculum.
SDGANH – December 2020 Newsletter
by Skip
Giving voters a voice by empowering elected school district officials to reclaim control over budgets and curriculum. — Upcoming SDGA events — How to Make a Right to Know Request The President of Right to Know NH, David Saad, will conduct a webinar for the SDGA on how to make an effective Right to … Read more
Introduction to the School District Governance Association
Do you feel in the dark about what your responsibilities are as a school board or budget committee member? We can help.
SDGA Ballistic Fundraiser
by Op-Ed
By the School District Governance Association of NH (EventBrite link!) Friendly and fun shooting competition fundraiser to support the School District Governance Association of New Hampshire whose mission is to: “…help school board and budget committee members discover their powers. We hold seminars throughout the year with relevant topics, create model policies, craft and follow … Read more
CNHT Picnic – The Advocacy Groups Part 2
by Skip
The next set of Advocacy Groups that spoke at CNHT’s Annual Picnic: Camp Constitutional – Hal Shurtleff School District Governance Association of NH (“SDGA”) – Jody Underwood, Ph.D Granite State Taxpayers (“GST”) – Dan McGuire NHFC – JR Hoell
SDGANH: Reminder! Register for Budget Nuts and Bolts: SDGA Seminar – April 20
by Skip
Join the School District Governance Association for an informative seminar: Budget Nuts and Bolts Have you ever wondered how to decipher a school or town budget? What do account numbers mean? How are Default Budgets built? What’s an MS-636 or MS-DTB? If so, this seminar is for you. These and many other topics pertaining to … Read more
SDGANH Seminar: Relationship between Money and Results
by Op-Ed
Relationship between Money and Results In this seminar, we will discuss how spending is related to results in schools, including tests, accountability, and how much money gets to the classroom, among other topics. This event is designed to benefit elected school district officials, but the public is also welcome, subject to space availability. Register here via … Read more
SDGANH: Achieving Transparency: How the Best Districts Do It – The End: Parts 11, 12, and 13
by Skip
The School District Governance Association of NH (“SDGANH”) held a seminar this past Saturday on some best practices in how to make your School District more transparent in all of its procedures. This morning long session was a self-directed panel discussion consisting of Rich Girard from the Manchester School District, Tom Murray formerly of the … Read more
SDGANH: Achieving Transparency: How the Best Districts Do It – Parts 9 & 10
by Skip
The School District Governance Association of NH (“SDGANH”) held a seminar this past Saturday on some best practices in how to make your School District more transparent in all of its procedures. This morning long session was a self-directed panel discussion consisting of Rich Girard from the Manchester School District, Tom Murray formerly of the … Read more
SDGANH: Achieving Transparency: How the Best Districts Do It – Parts 7 & 8
by Skip
The School District Governance Association of NH (“SDGANH”) held a seminar this past Saturday on some best practices in how to make your School District more transparent in all of its procedures. This morning long session was a self-directed panel discussion consisting of Rich Girard from the Manchester School District, Tom Murray formerly of the … Read more
SDGANH: Achieving Transparency: How the Best Districts Do It – Parts 5 & 6
by Skip
The School District Governance Association of NH (“SDGANH”) held a seminar this past Saturday on some best practices in how to make your School District more transparent in all of its procedures. This morning long session was a self-directed panel discussion consisting of Rich Girard from the Manchester School District, Tom Murray formerly of the … Read more
SDGANH: Achieving Transparency: How the Best Districts Do It – Parts 3 & 4
by Skip
The School District Governance Association of NH (“SDGANH”) held a seminar this past Saturday on some best practices in how to make your School District more transparent in all of its procedures. This morning long session was a self-directed panel discussion consisting of Rich Girard from the Manchester School District, Tom Murray formerly of the … Read more