Date: Wednesday, November 4

Time: 7:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Location: Workshop Rooms

Note: Kick-off the convention by attending our Early Bird Workshop sessions. 

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EARLY BIRD SESSION INFORMATION COMING SOON:

Workshop Registration

	Session A	Session B	Session A & B
Time	7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m	9:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.	7:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Early Bird Workshop Pricing	$100	$100	$200

Session A&B: 

New Board Member Bootcamp 

Moderated by: Jayson Lloyd 

The New Board Member Bootcamp is a four-hour training to equip newly elected or appointed board members for effective service. Participants will meet Idaho’s key education leaders, connect with fellow board members, and explore fundamentals of good governance. Topics include roles and responsibilities, ethics, policy, and finance. Through networking and guided discussion, school board members gain the confidence, knowledge, and connections needed to serve their communities successfully and support student achievement from day one. 

 

Session A: 

The Outward Mindset: From School Board to Classroom 

Presented By: J Thayne, Superintendent, Hagerman JSD #233 

Strong school-community relationships are built on shared understanding, yet our current social and work settings, paired with the impact of social media, often reinforce silos. We will examine how implementing the “Arbinger Institute” framework can dismantle these barriers from the school board down to the individual classroom. Participants will explore practical strategies to shift organizational culture from self-focus (“I”) to collective impact (“We”). This session provides school boards and educational leaders with actionable tools to build authentic, collaborative connections that bridge the gap between schools and the communities they serve. 

Governing as a Team of Leaders 

Presented by: Phil Gore, Consultant, Idaho School Boards Association

Great school systems are led by highly capable board-superintendent teams. This workshop will identify ways boards and superintendents can model collaboration and a strong partnership for ongoing district/charter and student success. Attendees will explore how shared vision and trust foster a culture of continuous improvement and community support. Leave with tools and insights to lead collaboratively, model teamwork, and inspire confidence throughout your district/charter and community. 

 

Session B: 

Mock Board Meeting 

Presented by: Surprise Cast of Characters 

Nothing could possibly go wrong at our meeting tonight, right? Think again! Remember that people are watching. Join us for an interactive board meeting to develop strategies to promote positive board behavior and preparedness. We will discuss who sets the agenda, how to handle public participation, meeting minutes, motions, debate, and voting.  

The Clerk’s Role in Governance: Building Foundations Through Compliance, Responsibility, and Board Support 

Presented by: Monica Pauley, Consultant, Idaho School Boards Association and Jessica Cushman, Clerk, Idaho Falls SD #091

Strong governance begins with a knowledgeable and prepared board clerk. This session provides a practical overview of the clerk’s essential responsibilities, including legal compliance, board meeting preparation, and critical support functions. Participants will review the requirements for regular, special, emergency, and executive session meetings; posting and notification requirements under Idaho’s Open Meeting Law; agenda preparation; meeting documentation; and the clerk’s vital role in ensuring an effective and legally compliant board process. Whether you’re new to the position or looking for a refresher, this session will provide practical tools and best practices you can immediately apply at your next board meeting.