Meet Tom Patterson, OSBA's 70th president and a veteran school board member from Sandusky City Schools. Hear about his journey from first-time board member to association leader and his thoughts on public education's evolving needs. Also, learn about his vision to connect policymakers with schools.
This episode is sponsored by Pappas & Associates, shaping policy with integrity. Learn more: https://www.pappaskc.com.
 
For more resources, training and advocacy updates from the Ohio School Boards Association, visit ohioschoolboards.org.

Meet Tom Patterson, OSBA's 70th president and a veteran school board member from Sandusky City Schools. Hear about his journey from first-time board member to association leader and his thoughts on public education's evolving needs. Also, learn about his vision to connect policymakers with schools. This episode is sponsored by Pappas & Associates, shaping policy with integrity. Learn more: https://www.pappaskc.com. For more resources, training and advocacy updates from the Ohio School Boards Association, visit ohioschoolboards.org.

Meet Tom Patterson, OSBA's 70th president and a veteran school board member from Sandusky City Schools. Hear about his journey from first-time board member to association leader and his thoughts on public education's evolving needs. Also, learn about his vision to connect policymakers with schools.
This episode is sponsored by Pappas &amp; Associates, shaping policy with integrity. Learn more: https://www.pappaskc.com.
 
For more resources, training and advocacy updates from the Ohio School Boards Association, visit ohioschoolboards.org.

A conversation with 2025 OSBA President Tom Patterson

OSBA Today is the official podcast network of the Ohio School Boards Association, bringing together conversations on the issues, ideas and stories impacting public education across Ohio. From legal and legislative updates to leadership discussions and district success stories, OSBA Today features school board members, superintendents, treasurers, education leaders and subject-matter experts from around the state. The network includes five original shows:<ul><li>Leading the Way — Conversations on leadership, governance and the challenges facing Ohio school districts.&nbsp;</li><li>Report to the Office — OSBA President Mary Cleveland sits down with education leaders and guests from around Ohio.&nbsp;</li><li>Learning the Legislature — Updates and discussions on education policy and activity at the Statehouse.&nbsp;</li><li>Legal Ledger Sidebars — Quick conversations focused on school law, policy and legal trends affecting districts.&nbsp;</li><li>OSBA Forum — Extended discussions and special conversations featuring education experts and thought leaders.&nbsp;</li></ul> Whether you are a board member, administrator, educator or community member, OSBA Today keeps you connected to the conversations happening in Ohio public education.

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OSBA Today is the official podcast network of the Ohio School Boards Association, bringing together conversations on the issues, ideas and stories impacting public education across Ohio. From legal and legislative updates to leadership discussions and district success stories, OSBA Today features school board members, superintendents, treasurers, education leaders and subject-matter experts from around the state. The network includes five original shows:Leading the Way — Conversations on leadership, governance and the challenges facing Ohio school districts. Report to the Office — OSBA President Mary Cleveland sits down with education leaders and guests from around Ohio. Learning the Legislature — Updates and discussions on education policy and activity at the Statehouse. Legal Ledger Sidebars — Quick conversations focused on school law, policy and legal trends affecting districts. OSBA Forum — Extended discussions and special conversations featuring education experts and thought leaders.  Whether you are a board member, administrator, educator or community member, OSBA Today keeps you connected to the conversations happening in Ohio public education.

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