Eileen Baker, a member of the Old Saybrook Board of Education, recently achieved the level of Master Board of Education Member in the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) Board Member Academy for the 2015-2016 school year.

Baker was one of nine board of education members recognized for her achievement in attaining this level by participating in numerous hours of board-related professional development activities for the 2015-2016 school year. To achieve the Master Board of Education level, a board member must first accumulate at least 20 credits, becoming a Certificated Board of Education Member (CBEM). The Master Board of Education member must earn an additional 20 credits above and beyond the CBEM level. The areas of study are leadership, effective meetings, school/community relations, strategic planning, group dynamics, board member ethics, school finance, labor relations, and school law.

“CABE is pleased to acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of members of Boards of Education across Connecticut who have attained the Master Board of Education Member level,” said CABE President Ann Gruenberg.

“Board members attaining the Master Board of Education Member level are recognized for very strong ongoing commitment to high performing leadership teams, and a willingness to address a broad range of relevant issues to ensure high quality educational opportunities for students in Connecticut.”