Empowering State School Boards Associations
for a Brighter Future of Education
Thank you for attending the 2026 COSSBA National Conference and UBA Preconference in Louisville, KY.
About COSSBA
Founded by state school boards associations in 2022, the Consortium of State School Boards Associations (COSSBA) is a nonpartisan, national alliance dedicated to sharing resources and information to support, promote, and strengthen state school boards associations as they serve their local school districts and board members.
Core Purpose
Uniting and uplifting a national coalition of state school board associations. Together, in a non-partisan spirit, we champion the cause of equipping public school board leaders with top-tier training. Our collective dedication drives us towards fostering exemplary and equal public education opportunities in every corner of the nation.
Mission
Our mission is to be a non-partisan national alliance dedicated to sharing resources and information to support, promote, and strengthen state school boards associations.
Vision
Cultivating unwavering trust and confidence in public school governance, ensuring a brighter future and unbridled success for every student.
COSSBA’s nonpartisan Federal Advocacy concentrates on major federal issues with widespread impact on the nation’s public schools and students.
Upcoming Events
Federal Advocacy Conference
September 21–23, 2026
The Grand Hyatt
Washington, D.C.
Registration Now Open
More Information
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A nonpartisan, national alliance dedicated to sharing resources and information to support, promote, and strengthen state school boards associations.
