The Van Buren County Association of School Boards is sponsoring a day of in-person Certified Boardmember Award (CBA) courses on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Van Buren ISD Conference Center, located at 490 S. Paw Paw Street in Lawrence.
The professional learning event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will include morning refreshments and lunch for attendees. Sessions are designed for school board members seeking training and certification credits.
Morning Sessions (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
CBA 104: Basic School Law
CBA 248: Building Board Effectiveness
Afternoon Sessions (1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
CBA 106: Community Relations
CBA 214: Open Meetings Act
Participants may register and find additional:
Note: These classes qualify for reimbursement through the Michigan Department of Education.