Advocacy and Outreach

ImageOne of the most valuable benefits of a national organization is its ability to promote the value of the profession to legislators and policymakers on the local, state, and national levels.

ASBO International keeps its members informed about legislation that may affect them, serves as their voice on Capitol Hill, promotes legislation that will have a positive impact on school business management and the education of the nation's young people, and promotes members' access to the governmental decision makers.

Advocacy

NEW! ASBO Radio
ASBO and BAM Radio Network have partnered to bring you ASBO Radio. Executive Director John Musso interviews experts on hot topicsin education.

Economic Recovery Planning for Schools
Spur creative thinking with ASBO's groundbreaking Economic Crisis Summit Report, uncover the details of the economic stimulus package with ASBO's summary of the funding for education, network with other leaders on ASBO's Economic Recovery Blog, and more. ASBO has the resources to help you steer your school district through the economic challenges.

ASBO Research and Education Fund
This fund supports the behind-the-scenes work of school business professionals by sponsoring and advancing education and research initiatives to help them better serve students. From exploring the best use of limited resources, to defining the schools' role in the community, this fund will help you get involved and make a difference.

Legislative Action Center
ASBO International's comprehensive online resource for government relations. Track national and state legislation, send a letter to your representative, get election results and media contacts, and access the latest information on hundreds of topics. This is one site that every school manager needs to bookmark. Daily updates make it indispensable.

Association News

ASBO International posts news stories of general interest to the association, and to school business officials everywhere.

Press releases provide updates about what's happening within the Association.