School Board Candidate Training (Spartanburg)

Are you passionate about leadership and making a positive impact in education? Join Carolinas Academic Leadership Network (CALN) for an interactive training in the art of running for school board—and what it takes to effectively govern once you’re in office.

This training is open to school board incumbents, aspiring candidates, parents, community leaders, and anyone interested in learning about campaigning and district governance.

**Did you know? There are more than 30 school board seats up for election in Spartanburg County this fall.**

This training will be from 10AM to 2PM on Saturday, May 31. Lunch will be provided, along with a complimentary copy of “8 Things to Know About Running for School Board”!

**Please Note** The Primer will take place in SCC's Health Sciences Building, in room HSB 115. See the image below for directions!

Candidate Training Agenda:

“Welcome” with Bryce Fiedler, director of CALN

Bryce will introduce our speakers and share a word about CALN’s mission to support reform-minded school board members as they endeavor to refocus education around students’ academic needs.

"8 Things to Know About Running for School Board" with author Dave Trabert

Learn from the author of “8 Things to Know About Running for School Board” as he helps candidates develop persuasive communication skills and empowers them as leaders for improving student achievement in South Carolina.

Dave will cover the realities of modern academic outcomes, district finance 101, how to build a student-focused system, effective governance whether in the majority or minority, and being a faithful representative of your community’s needs. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about the lessons in his book and how to make a difference in your district.

Dave Trabert is the CEO of Kansas Policy Institute, where he also does research and writes on fiscal policy and education issues. He is the lead author of three books: Giving Kids a Fighting Chance with School Choice, What was Really the Matter with the Kansas Tax Plan, and 8 Things to Know about Running for School Board. His other published works include “A Five-Year Budget Plan for the State of Kansas,” “Student-Focused Funding Solutions for Public Education,” and “Removing Barriers to Better Public Education.” He was an appointed member of the Kansas K-12 Student Achievement and Efficiency Commission, and he also co-chairs the Education Finance Joint Working Group for the American Legislative Exchange Council.

Networking Lunch

Enjoy a complimentary lunch while connecting with other aspiring K-12 leaders and having the chance to meet our speakers.

“Campaign-In-A-Day” with Dallas Woodhouse

This interactive, nonpartisan training puts attendees through a simulated campaign designed to provide the skills and confidence needed to seek election. It provides valuable insights for those who want to run for office, work on campaigns, are competitive, want to work in a group setting, or are simply looking for a hands-on learning experience. This customized "Campaign-In-A-Day" session is tailored for current and aspiring school board candidates.

Dallas Woodhouse serves as the North Carolina executive director of American Majority, where he manages the day-to-day operations of the North Carolina state office. He recruits and trains potential candidates and grassroots leaders committed to individual freedom through limited government, personal responsibility and free market economics. Woodhouse has spent two decades building and managing political and policy operations as a leader of multiple public policy nonprofit organizations.

Register today and you will receive:

- High-quality training designed for serious school board candidates

- Lunch provided at the event

- A complimentary copy of “8 Things to Know About Running for School Board”

- A chance to connect with other aspiring education leaders and student-focused candidates in the Spartanburg area

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CALN is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to being the most influential voice for student achievement, parental authority, and superior school board service in the Carolinas.