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WPSBA is a resource for school board members from Westchester and Putnam County. We offer professional development, networking and advocacy opportunities.

Connect

Learn from each other through WPSBA's networking opportunities, mentorship program for new board members, affinity groups and Community Conversations series.

Learn

Learn about board governance and best practices through Roundtables, speakers and panels on current public ed issues, Ed Law webinars and more.

Advocate

Advocate on behalf of public education! We partner with the Superintendents in our region to provide an annual public ed Legislative Forum with local NYS Senators and Assemblymembers.

Connect

Meet other board members from around the region and gain an understanding of how other BOEs work. Connecting with colleagues from other districts can be helpful and heartening.

Learn

District Clerks are invaluable to school boards and WestPut is proud to offer support in return. We host three professional development opportunities for district clerks each year. Check our calendar for details.

Advocate

Data is a key element to advocacy and clarifying our regional needs. WPSBA provides a regional perspective on data from enrollment stats to budgets. Our annual publication of Facts & Figure$ is an inside look at the 54 public school districts of Westchester and Putnam Counties. 

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By The Numbers

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150 K

Students

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400

BOE Trustees

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54

School Districts

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1 Million +

Community Members

Our Mission

About Us

To provide leadership and support for our member districts.

In this role WPSBA will:

  • Promote effective school board governance through training and education
  • Facilitate communication and the sharing of information
  • Serve as a resource on public education policy issues
  • Advocate for legislation that supports public education
  • Foster relationships with organizations that share common interests and goals