The Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) is a nonprofit statewide association that represents over 4,500 local school board members in the state. Established in 1895, PSBA is the first school boards association in the United States and has a rich history. Membership in PSBA is comprised of school directors who are elected to their local board.

PSBA provides various services, support, and counsel to school board directors as they navigate relationships, lead their districts, and promote public education across Pennsylvania. The mission of PSBA is to offer school board directors the necessary resources and guidance to fulfill their roles effectively. Their vision is to have informed, engaged, and passionate school board directors leading and advocating for excellent public education in Pennsylvania.

PSBA operates based on their core values of honesty and integrity, member focus, working together, and innovation. Furthermore, PSBA's purposes include providing a platform for school boards and related groups to exchange information and views on public school administration, fostering cooperation in handling school board problems, taking action on education-related matters, promoting higher efficiency among school boards, and offering assistance and advice on school matters. For more information, interested individuals can contact PSBA at their Mechanicsburg, PA location or visit their website for quick links and additional resources