E58: School Board Insights: Empowering Change with Sherri Story of School Board Member Alliance of Virginia

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Ever wondered about the driving forces shaping the education your children receive? Join us as Sherri Story, the fervent chairman and executive director of the School Board Member Alliance of Virginia, takes us behind the curtain of school board operations. Our riveting conversation navigates the terrain of student safety, academic success, and the underestimated power wielded by school boards. As we follow Sherri's transition from classroom teacher to a trailblazer in conservative education advocacy, we uncover the pressing need for diverse training among school board members, particularly in the aftermath of COVID-19's impact on our education systems.
School board members are the unsung heroes in the quest for high-quality public schooling, yet they often enter the battlefield without the full armor of knowledge regarding their roles. We address the headwinds of resistance they face from superintendents and legal challenges, and how the School Board Member Alliance is championing the cause for enhanced oversight and accountability within Virginia's schools.
For those impassioned to make a difference in education, this episode is a treasure trove of insights. We equip potential school board candidates with the tools and mindset needed to embark on this significant journey. For our audience beyond Virginia's borders, we pave the way to connect with organizations sharing the same fervor for academic excellence and teacher empowerment. Amidst our exploration of education advocacy, we also reveal how to subtly champion conservative principles through merchandise that resonates with common-sense values in education, fostering a community of support in the process.
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Chapters

1. The School Board Member Alliance (00:00:00)

2. School Board Powers and Duties (00:13:42)

3. School Board Training and Advocacy (00:32:14)

4. Conservative Classroom Merchandise Available (00:44:07)