Basic Course for New School
Board Members

School board members are public officials and must abide by the Constitution, state and federal laws and regulations. The Basic Course is an overview of the key responsibilities of  school board members. 

Why new school board members must take the 12-Hour Basic Course: As required by MS Code Section 37-7-306, new school board members must complete the Basic Course within six months of their election / appointment to the school board. Failure to do so could result in removal from office. 

To receive credit, new board members must attend both days of this two-day course. The two-day course schedule generally begins on Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and continues Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Superintendents are encouraged to attend the Basic Course with their new board members and upon completion are eligible to receive 10 hours SEMI Credit.

REGISTRATION
There is no charge for the Basic Course for new board members, but board members must register. However, districts will be responsible for their meals and lodging.

SCHEDULE
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

LOCATION
Mississippi School Boards Association 
Administrative Office and Training Complex
380 Zurich Drive
Ridgeland, MS 39157
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Hyatt Place Jackson / Ridgeland
1016 Highland Colony Parkway, Ridgeland, MS
Room Rates: $149 (Two Queen Beds) or
$129 (King Bed) per night plus taxes
Reservations: Call 601-898-8815 and reference code 1002152.

Embassy Suites
200 Township Place, Ridgeland, MS
Room Rates: $169 (Standard Suite) or
$189 (Premium or PURE Suite) per night plus taxes
Reservations: Call 601-607-7112 and reference code 3245076.