OSBA Leading the Way

In this episode of the Leading the Way podcast, host Scott Gerfen discusses the profound implications of House Bill 335 on Ohio's students. The bill could strip up to $2 billion in funding from public schools, affecting teacher employment, class sizes, extracurricular programs and more. Legislative experts Jennifer Hogue and Nicole Piscitani break down the bill's provisions, its current status in the legislative process and what it could mean for students and communities across Ohio. The discussion also covers the state budget and the importance of advocacy in shaping education policy. Sponsored by Pappas & Associates.

n this episode, OSBA's Scott Gerfen interviews Tom Fladung, managing partner of Hennes Communications and a national expert in crisis communication. They discuss the challenges that school leaders face with the spread of misinformation and fake news and how it impacts public institutions, especially schools. Fladung shares real-world examples, the importance of maintaining a steady communication flow and best practices for building trust and credibility within school communities. He also provides actionable strategies for school districts to prepare for and effectively respond to misinformation.Brought to you by Pappas & Associates: They're shaping policy with integrity. https://www.pappaskc.com.

In this episode of OSBA's Leading the Way, host Scott Gerfen welcomes Will Schwartz of Pappas and Associates — a trusted education policy expert — to discuss Ohio's next two-year state budget. With lawmakers back at the Statehouse and the budget having cleared the Ohio House, Will breaks down the key players involved and the potential impacts on education funding.🎙️ What you’ll learn: • Who are the key decision-makers in shaping education policy?• What’s at stake for K–12 education funding across Ohio?• The implications of the controversial cash balance provision.• Critical budget deadlines every school board should know.Whether you’re a school board member, educator or concerned community leader, this episode delivers the expert insights you need as the budget process moves to the Ohio Senate.

Join OSBA's Scott Gerfen on the Leading the Way podcast as he tackles the vital process of evaluating superintendents and treasurers with OSBA board and management services consultants Kristi Robbins and Teri Morgan. Discover the significance of aligning evaluations with strategic plans, understanding key performance standards and effectively handling difficult conversations. Also, learn more about OSBA's role in supporting school boards through evaluations and executive searches. Sponsored by Pappas & Associates: Shaping policy with integrity.

In this episode, OSBA's Scott Gerfen and OSBA Director of Legislative Services Jennifer Hogue discuss Ohio's $61 billion budget, which has passed the House and now heads to the Senate. The conversation covers significant changes to district cash balances, the impact on school funding and student services, and the property tax relief efforts. Thank you to our sponsor, Pappas & Associates. They're shaping policy with integrity. Learn more: https://www.pappaskc.com.