Stamford School Board Member Receives Prestigious State Honor

STAMFORD, CT — Stamford Board of Education member, Betsy Allyn, was recently recognized as a "Certificated Board of Education Member" for the 2018-19 school year. She is one of only 26 board members across the state to be honored by the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) this year.

Allyn was recognized for "participating in numerous hours of board-related professional development activities," district officials said in a statement. To become a Certificated Board of Education Member, a member must accumulate at least 20 credits in professional development.

"On behalf of the entire board, I wish to congratulate our colleague, Betsy, on her achievement," Board President Andy George said in a statement. "She has proven herself to be a dedicated board member and demonstrated her commitment to continual learning."

Areas of study are designed to strengthen leadership skills and give members a firm foundation in the essential governance skills needed to carry out their responsibilities.

The areas of study are:

• Policy
• Curriculum
• School Finance
• School Law
• Labor Relations
• Board Operations
• Board relations with the superintendent, with the community, and with each other

"CABE is pleased to acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of members of Boards of Education across Connecticut who have attained the Certificated Board of Education Member level," CABE President Robert Mitchell said in a statement. "These board members have rightfully placed an importance on their own professional development, focusing on a range of relevant topics, including fiscal operations and positive school climate."