Timely Conversations. National Perspectives. Real-World Relevance.
Every month, FSE brings together education leaders to explore urgent topics in school governance—from student achievement to public trust. Each session offers practical insight, peer exchange, and research-based discussion.

How It Works:
Hosted virtually, open to the public. Features guest speakers, hot topics, and audience Q&A.

Why It Matters:
Stay ahead of the curve. Learn what’s happening around the country, hear directly from board members and experts, and sharpen your understanding of emerging issues.

Cost: Free

Tailored Training That Builds Capacity and Prevents Crisis
Your board is facing real challenges—and you deserve training that reflects them. FSE’s professional development sessions are designed around your priorities, with clear goals and expert facilitation.

How It Works:
Delivered virtually or on-site. We co-design the content based on board input, ensuring alignment with your district’s needs, values, and timeline.

Why It Matters:
Boards that invest in their own learning are better prepared to lead. Our sessions help surface tensions, clarify roles, and strengthen decision-making—before issues become problems.

Cost: Starting at $2,500 per session

Build Trust. Communicate Better. Govern as One.
Effective boards work together. These dynamic sessions help board members understand each other’s strengths, improve dialogue, and build a stronger team culture—starting with leadership roles like the President and Vice President.

How It Works:
Guided workshops using the CliftonStrengths assessment, tailored for school boards. Can be run as a single session or part of a team development series.

Why It Matters:
Strong relationships lead to stronger boards. These sessions create space for honest reflection, team alignment, and shared leadership—key ingredients for effective governance.

Cost: $1,500–$3,000 per session

Practice Before It’s High Stakes
In these hands-on simulations, board members work through real-world governance challenges in a low-risk setting. From navigating controversial decisions to managing public meetings, participants sharpen their judgment and test strategies in real time.

How It Works:
Run virtually or in person, these workshops bring together board members (especially from Delaware) in small groups for facilitated role-play, reflection, and shared learning.

Why It Matters:
Better decisions come from experience. These sessions help boards build “governance muscle”—exploring how actions impact people, policy, and outcomes before it counts.

Cost: $500 per participant

Strategic Support for the Boards That Want More
Our highest-touch offering, this partnership provides your board with year-round access to FSE’s national network of experts and resources. We act as your thought partner in strategy, governance, and implementation.

How It Works:
Districts receive a set number of consulting hours and custom services, which can include:

Strategic plan design and facilitation

Research and policy analysis

Custom data dashboards

Governance process support

Board retreats and advanced training

Why It Matters:
This is not one-and-done training. It’s a relationship—giving your board the tools, insight, and expert support needed to lead effectively in a changing education landscape.

Custom Workshops Topic-specific trainings delivered on demand. Ideal for ethics, finance, student outcomes, or superintendent evaluation.
Cost: $2,500+

Community Advocacy Workshops: Trainings for parents, families, and advocates on how school boards work—and how to influence change.
Cost: $500–$1,000