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Although it was cold outside, the reception was warm and cheerful, and we had incredibly productive and positive conversations. There’s something uniquely energizing about walking the halls of Capitol Hill with a clear purpose: advocating for students, educators, and public schools.

Public education is the cornerstone of our democracy and the foundation of every thriving community. At the Consortium of State School Boards Associations (COSSBA), we believe that the success of our nation’s students depends on strong, informed school boards—and that lasting progress comes through collaboration.

After an energizing and informative first day of COSSBA’s 2025 Federal Advocacy Conference, our members headed to Capitol Hill equipped with stories, data, and passion for public education. I had the opportunity to spend the day meeting with staff from House leadership offices and committee teams.