AASB’s 2025 September Events – Registration Open!

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Fall Boardsmanship Academy & Executive Administrative Assistants Training

Registration now open for AASB’s first in-person events of the 2025-2026 School Year! Join us at the Marriott Anchorage Downtown in September for an exciting lineup of engaging and informative training sessions designed for School Board members and Executive Administrative Assistants!

Register Here

Online Registration Closes: Friday, September 5, by 5pm AK

Executive Administrative Assistants Training

Thursday, September 18 – Friday, September 19
Marriott Anchorage Downtown

Agenda

This essential two-day professional development event, designed specifically for the individuals who provide administrative support to school boards in districts across the state.

Whether you’re new to the role or bring years of experience, this training offers valuable tools, strategies, and insights to help you thrive.

Why Attend?

  • Build Your Skills – Strengthen your knowledge and professional expertise through targeted sessions.
  • Learn Practical Strategies – Discover tips and techniques for navigating difficult questions and challenging situations.
  • Find Real Solutions – Explore innovative approaches to the everyday issues you face in your role.
  • Connect & Collaborate – Network with peers, share experiences, and build a statewide support system.

Topics Include:

  • Preparing for Board Meetings
  • Parliamentary Procedures
  • New Laws & Regulations
  • Navigating School District Policy

…and more!

Fall Boardsmanship Academy

Saturday, September 20 – Sunday, September 21
Marriott Anchorage Downtown

Agenda

AASB’s Fall Boardsmanship Academy is designed to help Board Members across Alaska kick off the school year and dive into the state’s most relevant education-based strategies and topics.

Whether you’re a new or experienced board member, this is a valuable opportunity to deepen your understanding of school board roles, stay informed on statewide issues, and engage with colleagues from across Alaska.

This annual event offers a chance to:

  • Get up to speed on key legislative developments and statewide education updates.
  • Build your skills in areas such as the Open Meetings Act, policy development, onboarding new board members, and more.
  • Connect with peers from across Alaska to exchange ideas and strategies that strengthen local governance and student outcomes.

Featured topics include:

  • Open Meetings Act – presented by Sedor Wendlandt Evans & Filippi
  • School Board Policy
  • Conditions for Learning
  • Onboarding New School Board Members

…and more timely and relevant content!