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Understanding the Role of the Board with Authorizers & Accountability

September 14, 2024 No Comments

This session focuses on how charter school Governing Boards should expect to operate with their sponsor, and the role that boards play when it comes to relationship with the sponsor.

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Sara Clements on the School Choice Movement

September 14, 2024 No Comments

Our keynote presenter, Sara Clements, provides data about school choice in Florida and how charter schools should embrace the larger school choice movement as Florida continues to implement universal school choice.

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South Tech Schools Information

September 14, 2024 No Comments

During our lunch, South Tech Schools presented their amazing Vocational programs and all the great things that South Tech has to offer.

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Charter Schools Movement Panel Discussion

September 14, 2024 No Comments

The closing session for the conference closed with a panel of charter school experts who answer questions regarding the charter school movement and what Boards thesmelves should be thinkign about as we prepare for the future.

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Blueprint for Success: Startegies to Support Your Facility Plan

September 14, 2024 No Comments

What strategies should charter school governing boards put in place to help put them in a better position to be able to make their facilities goals come true? Richard Moreno talks about different strategies boards can take to ensure financial stability.

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Dealing with Chaos Before It Happens: Crafting Policies that Prevent the Worst

September 14, 2024 No Comments

Based on two real life examples at charter schools that have gone through some significant conflict over the last two years, what systems could have been put in place to help prevent some of the chaos that happened? What should charter schools do proactively to prevent themselves from being similar situations.

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Effective Governing Board Meetings

September 14, 2024 No Comments

Operating productive, efficient board meetings can help attract and retain quality board members. This session discusses the “ins and outs” of great board meetings. We cover legal requirements as well as best practices.

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Ethical Considerations for Governing Boards and School Leadership

September 14, 2024 No Comments

This session provides an overview of the ethical requirements for governing board members and school leadership. It also includes a discussion of action steps for individual board members, the governing board and school leadership if a potential conflict of interest arises.

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The Secrets of Strategic Planning Every Board Member Should Know

September 14, 2024 No Comments

Is your board deep in the strategic planning process? Just starting to discuss? Think maybe you should get started but not sure how? Implementing a well-written, thorough plan and hitting some bumps? Regardless of where you are in this process, this session delivers some practical, helpful information on the strategic planning process, including a strong vision of the ideal process, assessment of your capacity, how to navigate through difficult challenges and what to do when you encounter potential roadblocks. You will leave energized, inspired and ready to take on this critically important work!

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Bond Financing: Post-Issuance Compliance and Reporting

September 14, 2024 No Comments

Many charter schools have financed facility acquisitions and expansions with the proceeds of tax-exempt bonds. These types of financings impose requirements on borrowers post-closing related to reporting, the incurrence of additional debt, and financial metrics. This presentation focuses on the role governing board members can play in understanding the requirements of their school’s bond and ensuring diligent compliance with all post-issuance requirements

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