Serving on a school board is one of the most important and most challenging leadership roles in your community. You have the authority and responsibility to make consequential decisions about academics, curriculum, budgets, policies, personnel, and student outcomes, often with limited time, information, and support. The learning curve is steep and the resistance to meaningful change is strong. But the good news is that you don’t need to lead alone.
Membership in the Minnesota Partnership for Achievement Leadership Network provides you with the information and resources you need to deliver results, including a collaborative and encouraging statewide community of school board members and K-12 leaders who are committed to strengthening public education, improving academic outcomes, stewarding tax dollars wisely, and providing every student with the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
STATEWIDE K–12 LEADERS FORUM
Connect with school board members and K–12 leaders from across Minnesota to ask questions, share ideas, compare experiences, and learn from one another.
PRIVATE DIGITAL RESOURCE PORTAL
Get free, members-only access to a growing library of policies, research, presentations, tools, templates, training materials, and other resources designed for school board leaders.
MONTHLY NETWORK ZOOM CALLS
Stay connected and informed through monthly calls focused on timely K–12 issues, leadership challenges, emerging developments, and practical strategies.
THREE LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST MEETINGS EACH YEAR
Build relationships and learn alongside other Minnesota leaders through three in-person leadership breakfasts throughout the year.
ANNUAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Receive complimentary access to our annual leadership conference—an opportunity to step away from the day-to-day demands of board service, deepen your knowledge, and connect with leaders from across the state.
ON-DEMAND LEGAL SUPPORT
Get access to legal guidance and support when questions arise about school board governance, policy, authority, process, and other legal issues affecting your work.
MODEL POLICY WRITING SERVICES
Access assistance developing clear, effective model policies designed to help school boards address important issues and fulfill their governance responsibilities.
CURRICULUM AUDIT & REVIEW SERVICES
Get support evaluating curriculum, instructional materials, and academic programs so you can ask better questions and make more informed decisions.
PUBLIC RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT
Receive guidance and resources to help communicate effectively with parents, staff, community members, and the public.
ADDITIONAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Access supplemental webinars, workshops, briefings, and other training opportunities throughout the year.
PARTNER ORGANIZATION BENEFITS
Receive discounts and early registration opportunities for select events, conferences, and offerings from our partner organizations.
ON-DEMAND CONSULTATIONS
When you encounter a question, challenge, or opportunity that requires a sounding board, you can reach out for a consultation with our team.
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, we’re offering a special Founder’s Membership opportunity for new members who join this year.
Apply for membership before July 1, 2027 and your annual membership rate will be locked in at just $250 per year for as long as you remain a member.
That means if membership dues increase in the future, you will never pay more than $250 per year.
You will be invited to renew your membership each year. There are no additional fees or hidden costs.
It’s our way of celebrating this milestone in American history while investing in the leaders who are shaping the future of Minnesota’s public schools.
Join a statewide community of leaders who believe school boards can lead with greater knowledge, confidence, accountability, and a relentless focus on student achievement.
Become a Minnesota Partnership for Achievement member today—and make sure you never have to lead alone.
Founder’s rate available to new members who join between July 4, 2026 and July 4, 2027.
