Local school board members advance in AASB Academy

Local school board members from Tallapoosa and Coosa counties were among 289 education leaders statewide recognized for their commitment to ongoing professional development as part of Alabama Association of School Boards’ 2025 Fall District Meeting series held throughout the state.

The District 4 meeting in Montgomery, led by director Dr. Chanté Ruffin of the Alexander City Schools Board of Education, honored 44 local school board members for advancing in the AASB's School Board Member Academy, a training program designed to deepen understanding of education issues and strengthen boardmanship and governance skills.