Member Benefits

One of the three pillars of WASBO's mission is to provide professional learning to school business and facility officials that ensures outstanding educational opportunities for all children in Wisconsin. WASBO's Professional Learning Model covers three learning pillars: Broad Learning, Deep Learning & Personalized Learning. All three pillars together make a plethora of learning opportunities, which include a learning focus on school accounting, finance, facilities management, safety, risk management, custodial & maintenance, transportation, human resources, legislative updates, licensure, and more. View all of WASBO's:

• Plethora of WASBO U Certifications
• Eight Annual Conferences
• Four Academies
• Four Webinars
• Two Annual Scholarship Fundraisers
• One Vital Coaching Program
• And a Whole Lot of Networking!

WASBO’s advocacy efforts are grounded in nonpartisan research and analysis that promotes fair, effective school funding to support every student in Wisconsin. By equipping members with credible data and clear insights, WASBO strengthens the ability of school business professionals to influence policy decisions and champion resources for public education. To lead this work, WASBO created the position of Research Director, filled by Anne Chapman, who provides fact-based analysis on key issues like state budgets, special education funding, and equitable resource allocation. Her expertise ensures that WASBO’s advocacy remains informed, objective, and impactful.

Alongside this fact-based approach, WASBO is an active member of the School Administrators Alliance (SAA), which unites five statewide associations to provide a strong, unified voice for Wisconsin’s public schools before the State Legislature, the Governor’s Office, and state agencies. Through this coalition, members benefit from coordinated advocacy that advances legislation to improve schools and expand opportunities for children.

WASBO also encourages all members to take an active role in advocacy, whether at the local, regional, state, or national level, because meaningful change begins when education leaders speak up for the needs of students and communities.

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A WASBO membership provides you with critical tools, timely information, and valuable networking to help you and your organization take full advantage of funding opportunities, efficiency improvements, new technologies, procedures and practices, and cutting-edge products and services.

Through WASBO’s ConNectwork, members can share questions and expertise with peers statewide. The Buyers Guide Directory connects districts to trusted service affiliates, while the Coaching Program pairs new professionals with experienced mentors to support growth and decision-making.

Members can also stay connected and engaged with the WASBO Go App, which provides access to events, resources, and contacts right at your fingertips. In addition, seven Regional Meetings give members opportunities to collaborate locally and build meaningful professional relationships in their area.

WASBO celebrates excellence through its Professional Recognition and Scholarship programs, highlighting the achievements of members and supporting future education leaders. Members can also deepen their involvement and help shape the organization by joining a committee or running for the Board of Directors.

Together, these opportunities allow WASBO members to build strong networks of support while contributing to the advancement of education in Wisconsin.

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