2026 NSBA Advocacy Institute Prep Series


05 Jan

2026 NSBA Advocacy Institute Prep Series

2026 NSBA Advocacy Institute Prep Series

Monday, January 5, 2026 to Monday, January 26, 2026

Virtual Zoom Meeting

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The NSBA Advocacy Prep Series is a four-week virtual training experience designed to equip school board members with the skills, confidence, and tools needed to advocate effectively on Capitol Hill during the NSBA Advocacy Institute. 

Held every Monday in January, these one-hour sessions walk members step-by-step through the process of preparing for successful meetings with their U.S. Senators and Representatives.

Across the four weeks, members will learn how Congress works, understand NSBA’s federal priorities, craft their advocacy message, and secure meetings with their Members of Congress. Each session includes live coaching, templates, and real-time working time to support outreach and scheduling.

Week 1 – Advocacy 101 & Securing a Hill Meeting
Week 2 – Crafting the Message & Understanding NSBA Priorities
Week 3 – Running a Successful Meeting
Week 4 – Final Prep, Logistics, & Role-Plays

Participants will leave with:

  • A confirmed meeting (or outreach in progress) with their congressional delegation

  • A compelling “1 story + 1 data point” advocacy message to share on the Hill

  • Digital and print leave-behind materials aligned to NSBA policy priorities

  • A clear plan for conducting an effective and strategic congressional meeting

 

This prep series ensures that every participant arrives in Washington prepared, confident, and ready to advocate for public schools and the students they serve.

Virtual Zoom Meeting

Zoom, link will be provided 24 hours before meeting. 

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Week 1: Advocacy 101 + Understanding Congress
  • Begins 01.05.2026 (6:00PM)
  • Ends 01.05.2026 (7:00PM)
Week 2: NSBA Federal Priorities + Message Crafting
  • Begins 01.12.2026 (6:00PM)
  • Ends 01.12.2026 (7:00PM)
Week 3: How to Run a Successful Hill Meeting
  • Begins 01.19.2026 (6:00PM)
  • Ends 01.19.2026 (7:00PM)
Week 4: Final Prep, Troubleshooting, & Role-Plays
  • Begins 01.26.2026 (6:00PM)
  • Ends 01.26.2026 (7:00PM)