3-session webinar series

School boards are at a crossroads. They have been catapulted into the news in ways never seen before. These volunteer roles are often competing with their day jobs for time, learning, and being an agent for community response that can range from skepticism to utter anger.

While the board member represents the community in the school district, they also represent the district in the community. But, what is the board member’s responsibility in improving the community culture or elevating conversations around education? What kind of leadership does it take to remain committed to the vision?

Join governance specialist Diana Baker Freeman and members of the governance team from Sun Prairie Area School District, Sun Prairie, WI as we explore these questions over the next few weeks.


Session 1: Create a Winning Board Culture Without Losing to Politics

Thursday, August 4; 12PM CST | Tuesday, August 9; 6PM CST (live replay with Q&A)

Speakers: Diana Baker Freeman, Dr. Steve Schroeder

Key Takeaways: 

  • Gain tools for creating a culture of good governance
  • Develop a language for dealing with inflammatory public comments
  • Learn ethical considerations in board and community interactions

Session 2: School Board Roles and Responsibilities: How Does an Effective Board Impact Culture?

Tuesday, August 16; 12PM CST | Wednesday, August 24; 6PM CST (live replay with Q&A)

Speakers: Diana Baker Freeman, Dr. Steve Schroeder

Key Takeaways: 

  • Examine your self-leadership characteristics
  • Determine your strengths as a leader
  • Recognize the role you can play in setting the culture of your board

Session 3: Reconnecting with your Why: Self-Leadership and Its Role in Creating Culture

Wednesday, August 31; 12PM CST | Wednesday, September 7; 6PM CST (live replay with Q&A)

Speakers: Diana Baker Freeman, Dr. Brad Saron

Key Takeaways:

  • Recall and reevaluate why you chose public service
  • Conduct a self analysis about your strengths as a leader
  • Reconnect with your why


Diana Baker Freeman
Sr. Manager, Modern Governance Advocacy & Initiatives


Dr. Brad Saron
Superintendent, Sun Prairie Area School District


Dr. Steve Schroeder
Board President, Sun Prairie Area School District


Tom Weber


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