Departments
We’re Stronger Together
Strength by association sums up what boards of education get as OSBA members.
This section introduces you to the many services of the OSBA—those received with membership dues and those that we provide at the lowest-possible expense.
Services for Members
Board Development Services
We prepare you to be a better board member and a stronger leader.
Recruitment and Job Services
OSBA provides several services to prepare you for your next hire.
Communication Services
Providing news that matters to Oregon schools and helping schools deal with the media.
Charter Schools and Authorizers
As associate members of OSBA, public charter schools have access to a wide variety of training opportunities and other benefits.
Legal Services
Our attorneys, human resources, and labor negotiators assist, represent, and train.
Policy Services
Our services include comprehensive policy drafting and maintenance that meet legal requirements and your specific needs.
PACE
PACE is the largest property and liability risk pool of education organizations in the state, representing more than 200 school districts, charter schools, community colleges and education service district
We’re Here For You!
Founded in 1946, OSBA is governed by a member-elected board and serves K-12 public school boards, education service district boards, community college boards, and the State Board of Education.
Through legislative advocacy at state and federal levels, board leadership training, employee management assistance, policy, communications, and legal and financial services, OSBA helps locally elected volunteers fulfill their complex public education roles.