MABE's orientation session for both adult and student board members gives a broad overview of the various roles, background knowledge, and skills required of new members.  Orientation is held just prior to the start of the Annual Conference. 

Topics include:

• The Key Work of School Board
  
• Roles and Responsibilities
  
• The Legal Role
  
• Policy Issues
  
• Budget Issues
  
• Becoming a Better Board Member
  
• Dialogue with the State Superintendent

In addition to the 1 1/2 day orientation, members are entitled to priority registration, free of charge, at two Boardsmanship Academy sessions, offered at the MABE offices. 

MABE's orientation session for both adult and student board members gives a broad overview of the various roles, background knowledge, and skills required of new members.  Orientation is held just prior to the start of the Annual Conference. 

Topics include:

• The Key Work of School Board
  
• Roles and Responsibilities
  
• The Legal Role
  
• Policy Issues
  
• Budget Issues
  
• Becoming a Better Board Member
  
• Dialogue with the State Superintendent

In addition to the 1 1/2 day orientation, members are entitled to priority registration, free of charge, at two Boardsmanship Academy sessions, offered at the MABE offices.