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Board weighs positions on WASB resolutions ahead of state convention
Summary
Board members reviewed and debated proposed Wisconsin Association of School Boards resolutions that will shape the association’s legislative priorities, signaling support for funding reform, licensure pathways and accountability for voucher schools while asking for clarifying language on workforce and truancy proposals.
Board members reviewed a set of Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) resolutions the district’s delegate will consider at the state convention. The resolutions guide WASB’s legislative priorities; they do not change law but steer the association’s advocacy.
Context: Board member Nick (identified in the meeting as the delegate) led the discussion and said the WASB delegate assembly votes instruct WASB’s lobbying on education issues. Administration offered perspectives on particular items and the board discussed potential amendments and priorities.
Resolutions discussed (high-level summary of board position during the meeting): - Blue Ribbon Commission on Funding (amendment to encourage action on the commission’s recommendations): Board members generally supported urging the legislature to consider the Blue Ribbon Commission recommendations, including changes to weighted funding for student populations. - Pathway to licensure for paraprofessionals (amend proposed language to permit…
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