When public boards prioritize training and development, they become more strategic, transparent and adaptable. Board members themselves and the communities they serve notice the difference. This month, we’re sharing strategies for making board development intuitive, ongoing and effective.

Our guide Public board development: Practical tips and strategies for success, offers valuable insights and actionable steps to create and sustain robust board development programs. By investing in the ongoing education of board members, organizations can ensure that they are well-prepared to meet their governance responsibilities and drive positive change.

We asked your peers for their top tips for how to foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence. This cheat sheet for board development (packed with practical tips) was born on the back of advice and insights direct from education and government leaders who’ve done it themselves.

Simplify policy management with Policy Publisher

Efficient policy management is crucial for maintaining transparency and alignment with the board’s vision, especially in complex organizations. Policy Publisher for Diligent Community helps simplify the entire policy lifecycle, from initial drafting to final publication. Even better, it provides a side-by-side comparison tool for easy review and integration of updates.

Learn how Policy Publisher can help ensure that your policies are not only well-crafted but also accessible and up-to-date, enhancing governance and operational efficiency.

Vigo County School Corporation boosts engagement with Diligent Community

Vigo County School Corporation (VCSC) faced significant challenges in maintaining board member engagement while efficiently managing the preparation and distribution of documents and agendas for its various meetings.

After careful consideration, VCSC chose Diligent Community, impressed by its ease of implementation, cost-effectiveness and outstanding customer service. They have been able to transform their operations, provide faster access to documents and agendas, more timely updates and enhanced communication, which has led to a notable increase in board member engagement.

“The features that we have seen to be crucial in keeping board members and community stakeholders actively involved include the ability to easily access information and keep up to date on meeting schedules and topics” -Catherine Hill, Executive Secretary to the Superintendent of Schools and the Vigo County Board of School Trustees

Read the whole story here.

News & Events

Watch our webinar on board development in education and government on demand. Our expert panelists Dr. Audrey Young, Board Member, Texas State Board of Education, Alice Black, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Aspen School District and Stephen Powell, Assistant City Administrator, City of Leawood had a fabulous discussion you won’t want to miss!

Other events

Connect with us in person! We’ll be at these upcoming events and look forward to seeing you.

8-11 June 2025: The Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO) Annual Conference in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

Celebrating our Community Champions

Congratulations to Shiona Nash, Executive Assistant at Fountain-Fort Carson School District! See why Shiona is being recognized this month as one of our Community Champions.

Would you like to nominate someone for our Diligent Community Champions? Nominate them here!

Meet our Champion

Meet Gustavo Morales

This month, for our People of Purpose series, we are excited to highlight a dedicated member of our Diligent Community team who is here to support you.

Gustavo A. Morales, Director of Strategic Onboarding Services, is a leader known for his deep expertise and commitment to driving success.

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