Resources
Effective governance doesn’t happen by accident—it requires the right tools, frameworks, and ongoing learning. Whether you’re a new board member seeking to understand your role, an experienced leader looking to strengthen your organization’s effectiveness, or a district facing specific governance challenges, these resources provide practical support for your journey.
ChalkForge’s resource library is designed to complement our consulting services and extend the principles of Values-Based Governance into actionable tools you can use immediately. From assessment frameworks that help you understand where your board stands today, to implementation guides that chart your path forward, each resource is built from real-world experience serving on boards during challenging times.
We’re continuously expanding this collection based on client needs and emerging governance challenges. Start with the foundational resources below, and check back regularly for new tools, templates, and insights that can help your board govern more effectively and serve your students better.
Practical Resources for School Boards
Our free resource, the New Board Member Survival Kit, will help you be successful as a board member from day 1. The first page contains jargon definitions, spaces to write names of key people, a board prep checklist, and some other helpful reminders. The second page contains a Robert’s Rules cheat sheet to help you during your meeting.
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The Resources
Govern Differently
This new book details our framework and provides practical resources and strategies for implementing Values-Based Governance in your district.
Superintendent Eval Template
Stop overcomplicating evaluations and focus on what really matters: actual performance. Use our proprietary template to help focus and simplify your evaluation process.
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Recommended Reading
Leaders are readers. You can't expect your students and staff to grow if you're not setting the appropriate example. This list of books are solid, foundational pieces to help equip you for your work.
School Board Boot Camp
Our free boot camp for new school board members helps with the mechanics of governance and board meetings.
Coming Soon
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