Our main purpose is to help each board member increase his/her governance skills. To achieve this, the USBA provides diverse development opportunities designed for individual or full-board training. The USBA will customize training for the local boards upon request.

Whether for new or veteran board members, continued professional development will keep the focus of the board on the welfare of the children.

Annual State Convention

The Convention is a great opportunity to participate in workshops and presentations specifically designed to keep board members up-to-date in the latest research, policy, technology, and advocacy issues. Simply put, it provides board members the opportunity to rub shoulders with colleagues and benefit from their experiential knowledge base.

Leadership Academy

The USBA officers and the Board of Directors have conducted an excellent Leadership Academy for over a decade. Each year that the Academy is held, it undergoes a careful evaluation to continue those items that the most recent participants ranked the highest. Additional input for new programs is also gathered and developed for the next Academy. We feel the Academy has something to offer every board member, not just new ones.

Regional Meetings

During the Spring and Fall, USBA Officers and the Board of Directors annually sponsor regional meetings providing timely and educational curriculum to all board members, superintendents, and business administrators in the state of Utah. Though the local boards have been separated into regions, local school boards and/or individuals may attend the meeting that is most convenient.
March regional meetings focus upon the activities that took place in the legislative session prior. September meetings are usually the opportunity to provide new programs and resources to the local districts on topics ranging from pending legislation to public relations. And, of course, dinner is always provided.

Board Presidents Workshop

The overall effectiveness of the board president determines to a great extent, the public's and staff's perception and support of the local board of education. Board Presidents Workshop is held during the February of odd-numbered years. Board presidents, vice-presidents, and superintendents are invited to participate in this training. Board officers will gain additional skills to help them facilitate and lead the activities of their respective school boards.

New Board Member Workshop

Held during the December of even years, this workshop is designed provide newly-elected board members a jump-start on the role, responsibilities, leadership, and authority of school boards. Through the use of panel discussions, examinations of various scenarios, breakout sessions--all of which are taught by highly qualified board members and superintendents--participants will become acquainted with their new role.

Delegate Assembly

The Delegate Assembly is the policy-making body of the Association. Each local board selects one board member to be its delegate at the Assembly. Also, each region elects two at-large delegate.
The Assembly is convened at other times to handle significant business and provide direction for the Board Directors