Back by popular demand, KSBA's 2025 “Learn and Earn” webinar series offers school board members with convenient, one-hour opportunities the second Wednesday of each month to earn state-mandated training in a variety of topics. Information is generally presented through the lens of school board service, although all are welcome to participate; administrators, educators, board attorneys and other education stakeholders/advocates.
Webinars begin at noon (ET) and last approximately one hour. Each webinar is available at a cost of $75 per session due at the time of online registration. A recorded version of the webinar will be made available to all registrants in the days following the live event.
Contact
[email protected] if members of your board team wish to view a webinar together as a group or if your district is unable to register using a credit card. KSBA Board Team Development staff can assist you in making alternative arrangements and answer questions.
April 9
Recognizing and reporting signs of child abuse
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time when communities are encouraged to better understand their roles in creating safe environments for children and to commit to action. Our public schools play a critical role in the prevention of abuse and neglect. Representatives from Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky will provide an overview of the prevalence of abuse/neglect, the importance of reporting and effective prevention strategies.
Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky
May 14
Let’s talk: Working together to solve the tough issues
This webinar will discuss the legislative challenges and tough issues boards and superintendents across the state regularly face. Learn about the strong relationships between superintendents and their board members and the leadership skills used to create the best teaching and learning environments for all students and staff.
Deanna Ashby, retired superintendent and leader coach, Studer Education
June 11
Boosting school finances: Strategic use of tax credits for facility investments
(Counts toward state-mandated finance training requirements)
Join us for a panel discussion of experiences leveraging the Inflation Reduction Act and how it is benefiting schools, districts and communities.
Jason Volz, partner, Tim Hockensmith, client relations, CMTA, Matt Thompson, superintendent, Montgomery County Schools, Sheila Mitchell, superintendent, Anderson County Schools
July 9
Getting (and keeping) our students in school
This webinar will focus on the role of the school nurse, including medication administration, delegation of medication administration and nursing tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel, anti-choking devices, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and school health nursing services and more. Learn from a panel of state and local professionals about Kentucky Board of Nursing’s guidance and how it will impact students’ wellness and daily attendance.
Jim Tackett, school health branch manager, division of district support, Kentucky Department of Education (moderator)
Aug. 13
Moonshot: Transforming Kentucky’s accountability model through vibrant learning experiences and local accountability models
Dive into a transformative session exploring Fleming County Schools’ journey to transform learning through a localized next-generation accountability model. Discover how to turn traditional classrooms into vibrant, student-centered environments and reshape accountability systems to reflect your community’s unique strengths. Learn to empower stakeholders, visualize Kentucky’s educational future and implement game-changing strategies. Embrace this once-in-a-generation opportunity to launch a local accountability model that truly propels every learner toward success.
Brian Creasman, superintendent, Fleming County Schools, Lu Young, vice-chair, Kentucky Board of Education
Sept. 10
How the division of district support can help your district
The Division of District Support (DDS) within the Kentucky Department of Education assists districts with SEEK funding, student health, facilities, financial management, attendance and transportation. This session is meant to introduce you to DDS and some of the lessons they have learned working with school districts.
Marshall Smith, assistant director, division of district support, Kentucky Department of Education
Oct. 8
Open Meetings / Open Records training
(Meets new state-mandated Open Records/Open Meetings training requirement)
Legislation passed in 2024 requires all school board members to receive one hour of open meetings/open records training. The presenter will review key provisions of Kentucky’s Open Meetings Act and Open Records Act. What do the laws require and what do they really mean? The session will review best practices to help board members avoid pitfalls and gray areas. Attendees will also receive a rundown of how districts can properly and efficiently respond to open records requests.
John Powell, staff attorney, KSBA
Nov. 12
Overview of HB727: A better way to bond
(Counts toward state-mandated finance training requirement)
Participants will have the opportunity to see first-hand examples of how the new legislation that allows school districts to issue General Obligation Bonds can give them more flexibility and savings in the market.
Anthony Strong, vice president, Michael George, managing director, Compass Municipal Advisors
Dec. 10
Planning for your future capital needs
(Counts toward state-mandated finance training requirement)
As a board member knowing your district's current bonding potential is important information. Perhaps equally as important is knowing what your bonding potential can be in the future. This session will look at strategies and techniques to analyze your current available bonding potential and how to leverage it for future projects on your facility plan while ensuring compliance with the requirements in House Bill 678.
Dwight Salsbury, managing director, Lincoln Theinert, vice president, RSA Advisors