New Student School Board Member Orientation | Thursday, August 6, 2026 9:30AM-4:00PM (In Person) | Click HERE to Register.
Student Board Members have a unique opportunity to help shape the path of education on a local level and learn the basics of governance firsthand. MABE’s Student New Board Orientation will help equip you to make the biggest helpful impact in your school system, while helping you forge valuable connections with other student board members. During your resource-filled day with MABE, you will learn the ins and outs of your important role, meet your peers from throughout Maryland, and engage in timely discussions from a trusted student perspective.
This program is designed to teach the essentials of school governance, enabling new members to quickly assume an active role in school board decision making. Orientation will introduce the Key Work of School Boards and immerse members in the basics of school law, policy, finance, advocacy, and more.
New Board Member Orientation is open to all new board of education members and those who may have missed out last orientation. Lunch will be provided.
New Adult School Board Member Orientation | Date TBA 9:30AM-4:00PM (In Person)
Congratulations! You've been elected or appointed to your local school board and may be wondering, “Now what?” This is a crucial area where MABE’s expertise can help! At this in-person orientation, you will learn the vital “ins and outs” of your important role; examine school law and policy that will impact your day-to-day work; learn about MABE’s many practical resources that help you in your ongoing School Board efforts; and meet other new board members facing many of the same challenges you’re encountering. Lunch will be provided. This one is a can’t-miss!
For information about upcoming orientations, please contact Molly Young, Board Development Director.