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The value of regional retreats and board member training
On Board Online • September 1, 2025
Sandra Ruffo
NYSSBA President
NYSSBA exists to support the work of school boards in a variety of ways, including helping boards work as a team more effectively.
Proficiency rates on state grades 3-8 ELA and math assessments show improvement
On Board Online • September 1, 2025
By Paul Heiser
Senior Research Analyst
The percentage of students in grades 3 through 8 who scored at the "proficient" level or above on state English language arts (ELA) assessments increased...
New state reporting requirements on cybersecurity incidents in effect
On Board Online • September 1, 2025
By Jeff Mongelli
Senior Staff Counsel
A new law requires school districts and BOCES to report cybersecurity incidents and any demands for ransom to the state Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES).
Committee on Open Government finds errors in responses to FOIL requests
On Board Online • September 1, 2025
By Shubh N. McTague
Staff Counsel
New York's Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requires governmental bodies and agencies, including school districts, to allow members of the public access...
Sensory rooms enable students to de-stress, refocus
On Board Online • September 1, 2025
By Robin L. Flanigan
Special Correspondent
The sound of water in a bubble tube. The feel of a sequin wall panel. The pressure of a roller slide.
'Interesting times': SED officials discuss federal challenges
On Board Online • September 1, 2025
By Alan Wechsler
Special Correspondent
At NYSSBA's Leadership in Education Event in early August, attendees heard from an education finance expert...
New NYSSBA report highlights local strategies for addressing teacher shortages
FOR RELEASE: August 25, 2025
School districts in New York that are experiencing teacher shortages can take concrete steps on their own to enhance recruitment and retention of classroom instructors, according to a report by the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA).
Focus on improving numeracy continues this fall
On Board Online • August 11, 2025
By Sara Foss
Special Correspondent
The New York State Education Department (SED) has released eight instructional guidance documents on best practices for effective mathematics instruction.