Effective School Boards (ESB) is a Texas-based educational consulting organization dedicated to strengthening school board governance with a clear and sustained focus on improving student outcomes. ESB partners with school boards, superintendents, and district leadership teams to build governance practices that are strategic, aligned, and student-centered.

Through expert coaching and evidence-based frameworks, ESB helps school boards move beyond operational distractions and focus on the policies, behaviors, and leadership decisions that directly impact student achievement. The organization believes that effective governance is a critical driver of educational equity, academic success, and long-term district improvement.