March 2013

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March 2013

Weekly news links

Each week we’ll post links to news stories on K-12 education from the state’s daily papers.   Argus Leader: Discussion on potential Joint Powers Agreement models.   Argus Leader: Tech upgrade for SF and a look at devices used in other school districts.   Argus Leader: U.S. Ag Secretary visits SF, talks lunch guidelines.  

Affordable Care Act FAQ

As the Affordable Care Act continues its staggered march towards implementation, the number of questions on how the law affects a school district’s health insurance plan remain, almost staggeringly, unanswered.   This is where the Associated School Board Protective Trust steps in. We’ve compiled a list of questions, ranging from general to specific in nature, …

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Guest Post: Enhance Student Learning by Creating a Healthier School Environment

By Kari Senger, South Dakota Healthy Schools Program Manager   The research is clear: healthy, properly nourished and fit students are better able to concentrate on their work, attend school on a regular basis and perform well in class and on tests.   Founded in 2005, by the Clinton Foundation and the American Heart Association, …

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Legislative Webinar Recap

ASBSD Executive Director Wade Pogany connected with board members and administrators from across the state for three days this week to recap the 2013 legislative session.   The three webinar dates featured Pogany answering questions from participants and sharing his observations on the legislature, K-12 funding and the bills that survived session.   Download the 2013 …

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What would a return to the PSA’s high point take?

Executive Director Wade Pogany mentioned he felt a growing feeling of “momentum” during the 88th legislative session on the first two nights of ASBSD’s Legislative Recap webinar (check the blog Friday for a recap of the session’s discussion).   Pogany, acknowledging the potential challenge, said school board members and administrators should focus on advocating for …

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