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Finding the Right School Leader

March 9, 2022 No Comments

Dr. Cozine will review tips on how to find the right school leader.

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Strategic Planning

March 9, 2022 No Comments

NEWS Flash!!!!!!IT TAKES 20 MINUTES TO HAVE A DISCUSSION ON REVISITING THE MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS. I can assure you that if this was the agenda for your session, then you were in the wrong meeting. That does not a strategic plan make. A Strategic Planning and Implementation session is not just about checking off the box for the mission and vision statement. As a director you need to be able to dialogue in your planning sessions on the following topics… Let’s Talk Out Loud Real Soon

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Role of the Board

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Conflicts of Interests

March 9, 2022 No Comments

This session will cover all relevant conflict of interest rules and laws applicable to charter public school governing boards and its employees. Topics include anti-nepotism, voting conflicts, financial conflicts, the role of the Florida Commission on ethics, and best practicies and policies.

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Money Matters: What Board Members Should Know About Charter School Accounting

March 9, 2022 No Comments

In this session we will review: How the “Florida Educational Finance Program” worksHow to estimate revenue based on your enrollmentWhat changes will look like for the 2022-23 revenueThe basics of what Board members should know about the “Redbook” accounting standardsReview some best practices all Governing Boards should discuss regarding their responsibility for financial oversight

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Transitioning From Founding Board to Operating Boards

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Parents as Advocates of Charter Schools

March 9, 2022 No Comments

In Florida, the opportunity for parent participation in their charter school is written into the law. For many charter schools, parent contracts are the only notable outreach method. They list hours required as well as on-campus and at-home activities that fall under parental involvement. It is up to the school leader and governing board members to expand parental involvement beyond the standard volunteer activities. During this presentation, we will discuss proven techniques for engaging parents and the steps you can take to empower parents to become their charter school’s biggest advocate.

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Onboarding New Board Members – What Do They Need to Know?

March 9, 2022 No Comments

The most common feedback we receive from new board members is they haven’t been fully informed on items ranging from accountability expectations, to what’s in the charter, to reviewing reports. Equally, many are not aware of their individual role as an engaged charter school board member. It doesn’t matter what year of the charter your school is in, staying focused on creating routines for onboarding new board members is imperative! This session is for school leaders and members of the board or anyone looking to create a new charter school. Understanding what materials board members need to ensure they are successful is critical to the ever changing charter school environment.

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Governance in the Sunshine

March 9, 2022 No Comments

Did you know that if a charter school board member violates Florida’s Sunshine Law, the board member may be subject to criminal liability? Charter school boards are subject to the requirements of Florida’s Sunshine Law and understanding these rules is essential to a properly operating board. Even if you completed mandated board member governance training, join us for a refresher on the ins and outs of this important requirement, including recent case law updates.

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Charter Schools as Employers: Emerging Workplace Litigation Trends in K-12 Schools

March 9, 2022 No Comments

Join us for an in-depth look into the employer exposure of operating a charter school in today’s ever-increasing litigious society. We’ll review lessons learned from defending recent charter school employment practices lawsuits, including those resulting from COVID-19. Also discussed will be emerging workplace litigation trends impacting charter schools, and how to manage the risk and reduce your school’s employment liability exposure as you continue to adapt and evolve in today’s employment landscape.

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