You are serving on your school board to make a difference for kids. But what is the best way to be a change maker during these turbulent times? Learn what research and best practices tell us about how to be an effective leader, even when facing head winds.
Amy Cast brings a wide variety of school board and marketing management experience. As a director on the Northshore School Board, Amy has served in every officer position, including Audit Chair, Legislative Chair, Vice President and President. As President, she oversaw a community-wide... Read More →
Mary Fertakis served on the Tukwila School Board from 1995-2017, was the 2012 WSSDA President, served two terms on the WSSDA Board, one term on the Legislative Committee, and is a Leadership WSSDA graduate. She served on WSSDA’s Closing the Achievement Gap Task Force, Urban Issues... Read More →
Discover the inspiring journey of a school district that overcame significant challenges, including a teacher strike, superintendent troubles, constant bus cancellations, and community outrage threatening a levy failure. Through a dedicated community-building process, the district united stakeholders, refocused on common goals, and successfully passed a crucial levy with overwhelming support.
