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NYSSBA’s 2026 Advocacy Events Review
NSBA Advocacy Institute
More than 70 NYSSBA members joined Governmental Relations staff for NSBA’s annual advocacy conference and Hill Day in our nation’s capital in late January.
Regents consider role of arts, music in developing well-rounded students
On Board Online • February 2, 2026
By Sara Foss
Special Correspondent
More than a decade ago, the arts program at CiTi BOCES was mostly field trips.
Governor Hochul proposes 3.6% increase in school aid
On Board Online • February 2, 2026
By Brian Fessler
Chief Advocacy Officer
On Jan. 20, reporters gathered in the Red Room of the state Capitol to hear Gov. Kathy Hochul officially deliver her 2026-27 executive budget proposal.
Student science projects win awards at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair
On Board Online • February 2, 2026
By Rick Karlin
Special Correspondent
Improved breast cancer detection, new approaches for tackling water pollution and advanced computer modeling with implications for artificial intelligence
Drone soccer grows in popularity
On Board Online • February 2, 2026
By George Basler
Special Correspondent
Scott Reigle, a 15-year-old sophomore at Owego Free Academy, puts on a pair of safety glasses and reviews a check list that includes batteries and repair tools.
Elementary & Secondary Education Budget Hearing
Tomorrow, January 29, NYSSBA’s Chief Advocacy Officer, Brian Fessler will participate in the annual Legislative Elementary and Secondary Education Budget hearing.
NYSSBA's 2026-27 Executive Budget Analysis
NYSSBA’s Governmental Relations Team has completed our detailed analysis of this year’s Executive Budget.
Statement on Gov. Hochul's Executive Budget from NYSSBA Executive Director Robert Schneider
FOR RELEASE: January 20, 2026
The New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) is pleased that Gov. Hochul’s proposed state budget fully funds Foundation Aid, expense-based aids and the existing universal school meals program.