Region 2
Welcome to Your Region Two Hub
This dedicated space brings together school board members, superintendents, and administrators from your Education Service Center region. Here you'll find region-specific resources, discussions, and collaboration opportunities designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities in your area.
Member Benefits
Regional Connections
- Connect with neighboring districts facing similar challenges
- Share local best practices and successful initiatives
- Build professional relationships with peers in your region
- Coordinate regional advocacy efforts
Localized Resources
- Access region-specific legal updates and policy recommendations
- Find local event information and training opportunities
- Share regional vendor experiences and recommendations
- Discover grant opportunities specific to your region
Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Workshop solutions to regional challenges
- Share approaches to common issues
- Receive feedback from trusted peers
- Develop regional strategies and initiatives
Engagement Tools [update and use as appropriate]
Discussion Forums
Current Hot Topics:
- Legislative Updates: Impact on Your Region
- Regional Teacher Recruitment Strategies
- School Safety Collaboration
Surveys & Polls
Help shape regional priorities and share your district's perspective.
Current Surveys:
- Regional Professional Development Needs Assessment
- Board Meeting Structure & Effectiveness
- Collaborative Purchasing Interest Survey
Ideas Board
Submit and vote on ideas for regional collaboration, shared services, or support needs.
Current Ideas Campaigns:
- Cost-Saving Initiatives
- Regional Professional Development Opportunities
- Shared Service Arrangements
Q&A Tool
Get answers from the TASB team, regional experts, and peers on pressing governance questions.
Popular Questions:
- Policy implementation strategies
- Board/superintendent relationship best practices
- Meeting efficiency recommendations
Document Library
Access region-specific resources, templates, and shared materials.
Featured Resources:
- Regional Meeting Calendar
- Shared Board Operating Procedures Examples
- Regional Demographic Trends Report
Key Dates
Stay informed about regional training, networking opportunities, and collaborative events.
Upcoming Events:
- Regional Board Member Orientation
- ESC Quarterly Meeting
- Joint Board-Superintendent Workshop
Regional/Member Spotlight [newsfeed tool w/ commenting]
Success Stories
Each month, we highlight innovative approaches from districts in our region.
New Board Members
Welcome recently elected trustees to our regional community.
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Get Started
- Complete your profile to connect with regional colleagues [link to registration]
- Join our weekly [update timeframe] regional discussion thread
- Explore the resource library for region-specific materials
- Sign up for regional event notifications
This regional hub is moderated by Bang the Table and managed by your ESC representatives in partnership with TASB. Content is updated weekly [update timeframe] to ensure timely, relevant information for your governance work.
Member Recognition
Board Member Recognition Article Template
[Region/District] Honors [Name] for Outstanding Board Service
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[District Name] — The [District/Region] is proud to recognize [Full Name] for [his/her/their] exceptional service as a school board member.
[Name] has served on the [District Name] Board of Trustees since [year], including [X] years as [any leadership positions: President, Vice President, Secretary, etc.]. During this time, [he/she/they] has demonstrated remarkable dedication to [brief description of 1-2 significant contributions].
"[Short quote from superintendent or board president about the member's impact]," said [Name], [Title].
[1-2 sentences about a specific initiative, challenge, or success the board member helped navigate]
[Name]'s leadership has directly contributed to [measurable achievement or improvement in the district]. Beyond board service, [he/she/they] remains active in the community through [brief mention of community involvement].
When asked about [his/her/their] most rewarding experience as a board member, [Last Name] shared, "[Brief quote from the board member about what motivates them to serve]."
Please join us in celebrating [Name]'s dedication to public education in our community.
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