February 23-25, 2009 • Sacramento
The Student Advisory Board on Legislation in Education
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The 2009 Student Advisory Board on Legislation in Education (SABLE) is an unprecedented opportunity for students to directly express their views to the State Senate Education Committee. In the face of our state's financial crisis, students at SABLE will analyze the effect of budget cuts on our public schools, and share their ideas with top officials in Sacramento.
SABLE will convene February 23-25 in Sacramento. While the program is usually open to past CASC delegates, the magnitude of this historic event calls for open attendance for students from across the state. Participation is very selective, and we encourage all students to apply for a chance to be a delegate.
Delegates to SABLE will:
- Join an action network of student advocates working to improve education.
- Have direct access to key legislators and other advocacy groups in Sacramento
- Develop ideas for future CASC-sponsored legislation
- Build upon the ideas presented to the State Board of Education last November
- Be part of a defining moment in our state's history
Registration Information
2008 SABE Delegates:
Delegates to the 2008 Student Advisory Board on Education (SABE) are requested to attend SABLE 2009. Please submit your registration ASAP.
Other students:
If you are interested in participating in the 2009 Student Advisory Board on Legislation in Education, please submit a completed registration form and payment. You must include a letter of recommendation from a school administrator OR from a previous SABE delegate. Payments will be processed after your acceptance into the program has been issued.
Funding and Scholarships
All students should be able to participate, regardless of their financial situations, and we will work with you ensure you are able to attend. Schools are responsible for the registration costs, although some students do cover their own fees. We understand that time is limited, and we will work with you to ensure proper processing of payments.
Many community groups will also be interested in sponsoring your work at the state level. Please refer to this fundraising guide used by delegates from the 2008 SABE program to obtain funding. Feel free to get in touch if you would like more help and guidance.
Limited need-based scholarships are available for students who are not able to secure funding from their families, schools, and communities.. Please contact the CASC office at (510) 834-2272 or cascmail@aol.com for an application form.
Contact Information
For questions, or more information, please contact the CASC office at at (510) 834-2272 or cascmail@aol.com. You may also contact Nicolas Jofre, Education Policy / SABLE Director at nicolas.jofre@casc.net.