Continuing Education Overview
Training is one of the most important services provided by MSBA. Continuous learning focused on improving our schools and student achievement is quite important for all education professionals.
While training is board-member focused, MSBA welcomes superintendents and other district leaders to join in the sessions. MSBA believes and advocates that superintendents and boards must work together as a TEAM to improve schools.
Board members are provided regionally scheduled evening and Saturday courses to satisfy state requirements for earning six (6) hours of continuing education annually. At least two 3-hour courses are provided each year, examining timely issues and areas of need.
2025-2026 CBD Topics
MSBA’s 2025-2026 Center for Board Development (CBD) modules use experiences of school boards to help participants learn the correct way to handle a wide variety of school board situations.
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Signals & Shifts: Leading Through the Trends That Matter
(3 hours)
This interactive session helps school board members identify and respond to major education and societal trends shaping the future of public schools. From student mental health and declining enrollment to technology integration and workforce alignment, participants will explore how these trends affect district operations, student success, staffing, facilities, and community expectations.
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Financial Fluency for School Boards: The Tools to Lead with Confidence
(3 hours)
This session demystifies the world of school finance for board members. Whether approving budgets, evaluating spending priorities, or navigating funding challenges, school boards must understand the basics of district finance to govern responsibly. This training builds knowledge around funding formulas, expenditures, audits, legal obligations, and oversight responsibilities.
CBD Credit Hours
- School board members will earn three CEU credit hours for each three hours attended.
- Superintendents and administrators can earn five SEMI credit hours for each six hours attended.
CBD Course Fees
Member Fee: $150 per each 3-hour course