Facilitated Board Training for School Improvement
The Colorado Department of Education's Facilitated Board Training for School Improvement grant provides research-based training to help school boards in struggling districts boost governance and academic results.
Funder: Colorado Department of Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (application due, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per award for 18 months of support; applicants are encouraged to request the full amount.
Summary: Supports Colorado school boards in low-performing districts to strengthen governance and drive academic improvement through facilitated training.
Key Information: All board members and superintendent must agree to fully participate; eligibility is limited to boards with at least one school identified as Priority Improvement, Turnaround, or On Watch.
Description
This program, developed by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) in partnership with the Colorado Association of School Boards (CASB), aims to enhance the effectiveness of local school boards in supporting low-performing schools. The training blends proven governance strategies with best practices in school turnaround, guided by the CDE Four Domains framework. Through a multi-phase, facilitated process, participating boards will improve their understanding of governance, better support district improvement initiatives, and develop actionable plans to elevate academic outcomes. The training is designed for deep engagement, requiring full participation from both the school board and superintendent.
