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Board Training Series designed to help charter school boards in Utah navigate the governance of their school with confidence.
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S1E14 Onboarding New Board Members
In this episode, we explore one of the most important transitions for any charter school board: onboarding new members. Serving on a governing board is a big responsibility, and how new members are…
S1E13 Robert's Rules for Boards
In this episode, we explore why Robert’s Rules of Order remain one of the most effective tools for running structured, fair, and efficient board meetings. Originally published in 1876, this system of…
S1E11 Board Conflict of Interest Policy
In this episode, we focus on a topic that’s essential for ethical and legal governance: conflicts of interest on charter school boards. As a board member, understanding what qualifies as a…
S1E12 Building School Culture
Culture is the heartbeat of a charter school—it’s how your mission comes to life in classrooms, hallways, and community events. In this episode, we explore how boards and school leaders can…
S1E10 Board Committees
In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful tools a charter school board can use to increase its impact: board committees. When structured with purpose, committees help boards go deeper,…
S1E9 Governance vs. Management
In this episode, we tackle a foundational, but often misunderstood, topic in charter school leadership: the difference between governance and management. Who makes the big decisions? Who runs the…
S1E6 Board Roles: Chair and Vice-Chair
In this episode, we explore one of the most influential roles on a charter school governing board: the board chair and vice chair. Far more than a meeting managers, these leaders set the tone for…
S1E5 Utah Open and Public Meetings Act: Running Efficient and Effective Meetings
In this episode we’re going to focus on how a board chair and board members can run efficient and effective meetings while staying compliant with Utah law.We’ll cover:What OPMA says about where board…
S1E2 Utah Open and Public Meetings Act: Electronic Meetings and Compliance
In this episode, we dive into a topic that touches every charter school board: how to legally incorporate electronic or remote meetings. As virtual participation becomes a routine part of board…
S1E3 Utah Open and Public Meetings Act: Closed Sessions
Closed sessions can be one of the trickiest parts of the Utah Open & Public Meetings Act (OPMA), and it’s essential for charter school boards to get them right. In this episode, we take a clear,…
S1E8 Board Roles: Treasurer
In this episode, we break down one of the most critical roles on a charter school board: the Board Treasurer. While they don’t manage day-to-day finances, the treasurer plays a vital role in…
S1E7 Board Roles: Secretary
In this episode, we shine a spotlight on one of the most essential—and often underappreciated—roles on a charter school governing board: the Board Secretary. Far more than a note-taker, the Secretary…
S1E4 Utah Open and Public Meetings Act: Posting, Agendas, Running & Documenting Meetings
In this episode will cover a foundational piece of Utah’s Open and Public Meetings Act, how to properly post agendas, run your meetings, and document them afterward.Here's what you will learn:Where…
S1E1 Utah Open and Public Meetings Act Overview
In this episode we take a high-level look at the Utah Open & Public Meetings Act—commonly known as OPMA. Designed to promote transparency and public trust, OPMA outlines how public bodies must…
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Charter Compass: Helping Charter School Boards Navigate with Confidence has published 14 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Education, How To.
Charter Compass: Helping Charter School Boards Navigate with Confidence is currently dormant with new episodes hourly. Average episode length is 5m.
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