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OSBA trainer urges Woodburn board to make engagement rhythmic, strategic and collective
Summary
An OSBA presenter led one hour of board professional development, advising consistent, board‑level community engagement aligned to district strategy, recommending tools such as engagement worksheets, charettes and closing‑the‑loop practices for public comment.
Miss Adams, a presenter from the Oregon School Boards Association, led professional development for the Woodburn School District board on community engagement strategies and governance roles.
Adams framed the board as “the interface between the district and the public,” arguing engagement must be two‑way and intentional rather than one‑off communication. She distinguished a board’s delegate role (responding to constituency demands) from its trustee…
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