COSSBA ConnectED
Founded by state school boards associations in late 2021, the
Consortium of State School Boards Associations (COSSBA) is a non-partisan, national alliance dedicated to sharing resources and information to support, promote and strengthen state school boards associations as they serve their local school districts and board members.
Learn more about COSSBA, including: guiding principles, bylaws, governance and vision.
Unified Boards Alliance (UBA) Webinar: Meeting the Academic Needs of Your Homeless Students
October 16, 2024, 11 a.m.–Noon
Via ZoomREGISTER NOW! Homelessness presents significant barriers to education, and it is essential for educators and stakeholders to understand how to support homeless students effectively.
Join COSSBA for an informative webinar to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for meeting the academic needs of homeless students and promoting their educational success. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of homeless students and ensure they have the support they need to thrive academically and beyond.
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2025 COSSBA Annual Conference
March 21–23, 2025
Atlanta, GAREGISTER NOW! At the
2025 COSSBA Annual Conference in Atlanta, you will have the opportunity to explore the latest trends and best practices in finance, governance, school safety, mental health, stakeholder engagement, student achievement, and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. The conference is designed to help you prepare for a future of limitless possibilities. You will also have the chance to make meaningful connections with other education professionals, visit with industry vendors at the exhibitor showcase and network with them.
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COSSBA Call for Student Talent
Showcase Your District's Student Talent on the National Stage
Get ready to take the stage and shine! COSSBA is inviting dynamic schools to showcase their incredible talent at the electrifying COSSBA 2025 National Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Gear up and go through the guidelines to ensure your application stands out from the crowd. Let's witness your students' extraordinary skills! Performances will be selected for both the UBA Pre-conference Day (March 20, 2025) and the National Conference (March 21–23, 2025).
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