PSBA Institute

We’re back with this year’s virtual AI symposium – AI in Education: AI Lessons Learned. Join us on April 22, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. as education leaders unpack real-world pitfalls, societal impacts and the need for AI advocacy in schools. Register today: psba.institute/event/ai-sympo…

The PA Education Innovation Awards are back! 🏆 Celebrate bold leadership in public education across three categories: Innovative School Board, Innovative School Leader and Innovative Teacher. Nominate a difference‑maker by July 31: psba.institute/pennsylvania-e…

100% of school leaders completing the Foundational AI for School Leaders program say they feel confident and equipped to guide strategic AI use. The Act 45-approved Spring 2026 cohort is open. Register by March 20: psba.institute/event/spring-2…

School leaders are completing the Foundational AI for School Leaders certificate feeling confident and prepared. 100% of participants feel better equipped to guide thoughtful AI use. Register for the Spring 2026 cohort by March 20: psba.institute/event/spring-2…

Thank you to TheBurg for highlighting the extraordinary legacy of William Howard Day — an abolitionist, educator and the nation’s first Black school board president. We’re honored that the article also recognizes PSBA Institute’s William Howard Day Award: theburgnews.com/monthly-magazi…

School leaders find value in the AI for School Leaders program. Participants gain a framework for introducing AI and reducing anxiety. Act 45–approved and offered by the PSBA Institute and Millersville University. Register now for the Spring cohort: psba.institute/event/spring-2…

Spring ahead! The Spring 2026 Foundational AI for School Leaders program runs Apr 6–May 8. Act 45-approved, fully async, and designed to help school leaders use AI ethically and effectively. Register by Mar 20: psba.institute/event/spring-2…

Kathy K. Swope received the William Howard Day Award for her exceptional service to public education! Former PSBA president & Lewisburg Area School Board director, Kathy has championed schools for over a decade. Learn more: psba.institute/william-howard…

Dr. Matthew Friedman, superintendent of Quakertown Community SD, earned the Innovation School Leader Award for implementing the RIASEC framework districtwide—empowering students to explore identity, interests & career paths. Congratulations, Dr. Friedman!

Chris Buckner turned Oley Valley’s wood shop into a 7-pathway STEAM program. He expanded Project Lead the Way to 20+ courses with college credit, credentials & internships. Congrats on winning the Innovative Teacher Award at #PASLC2025!

The Erie City School Board is elevating student voice! Through Student Leadership Council, high school students share a board seat, engage with directors & influence policy. Erie proves students are partners. Congrats on winning the Innovative School Board Award at #PASLC2025!

Time is running out! Register by December 8 for the AI in Education Symposium on December 11. Learn from experts and get practical strategies for AI in K-12 classrooms. Reserve your spot now: edin.fo/winteraisoc

Hear from school leaders diving into AI! In “Learning and Leading with AI: Lessons from the Field,” Dr. Oliver Dreon & Matt Vannoy share insights from the Foundational AI for School Leaders program & its impact. Join the Dec 11 conversation: edin.fo/winteraisoc

Start the new year by investing in your growth! The Foundational AI for School Leaders certificate from PSBA Institute & Millersville University builds essential knowledge for integrating AI in education and is Act 45-approved. Enroll now: psba.institute

Time is running out to apply for the 2026 International Education Study Group! Gain firsthand insight into Germany’s education system & workforce strategies. Apply by Nov 28: email bio, interest letter & goals to exchange@psba.institute. Details: psba.institute/center-for-lea…

Is your district AI-ready? Christian Pinedo from aiEDU will share tools & leadership strategies for systemic impact. Learn from case studies and turn AI readiness into policy & student-focused outcomes. Register now: edin.fo/winteraisoc

Mark Covelle shared his experience with PSBA’s Trust International Study Group at the American Council on Germany’s McCloy Awards Dinner. In March 2026, a PA delegation will visit NRW to study education & workforce strategies. Apply by Nov 28: psba.institute/center-for-lea…

Join the PSBA Institute’s 3rd International Education Study Group in March 2026! Explore Germany’s education system in North Rhine-Westphalia & shape transformative ideas for PA schools. Open to board directors and administrators. Apply by Nov 28: exchange@psba.institute.

AI is transforming education, but success takes more than tech. Timothy Cook shares research-backed strategies to protect cognitive development while leveraging AI. Learn why human-centered approaches matter. Join us Dec 11: edin.fo/winteraisoc

Join PSBA Institute’s 3rd International Education Study Group in March 2026! Explore Germany’s education system & help shape transformative ideas for Pennsylvania schools. Submit your materials by November 28, 2025 to exchange@psba.institute.