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Board members report takeaways from CASB regional meetings; funding and outreach discussed
Summary
Board members who attended Colorado Association of School Boards regional meetings briefed the board on discussions about school funding, legislation and outreach strategies to inform the public; district representatives will attend the state delegate assembly where multiple resolutions are expected.
Board members and the superintendent summarized takeaways from recent Colorado Association of School Boards (CASB) regional meetings held in Fort Morgan and Holyoke.
Speakers said funding and legislation were central topics at the regional meetings, and attendees discussed the rural-district perspective on resource challenges. The board noted that many of the resolutions slated for the CASB delegate assembly were submitted by rural districts and that the district will have representation at the state delegate assembly in September. Attendees highlighted networking and breakout sessions as useful formats for exchanging strategies.
Board members and administrators discussed local outreach ideas to educate the community about school funding levels and local district statistics — for example, short “Did you know?” blurbs to include in athletic event programs and other activity materials. Superintendent remarks emphasized that Colorado per-pupil spending comparisons can be misunderstood and that simple, regular outreach at events could reach captive audiences. The board also encouraged using CASB resources, including recorded trainings, podcasts and policy support. There was no formal board action taken on CASB resolutions at this meeting; participation and delegate assignment were noted.
