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Strategic Planning
March 26, 2022 |

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 Strat …

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Money Matters: What Board Members Should Know About Charter School Accounting
March 26, 2022 |

In this session we will review: How the “Florida Educational Finance Program” works How to estimate revenue based on your enrollment What changes will look like for the 2022-23 revenue The basics of what Board members should know about the “Redbook” ac …

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Role of the Board
March 26, 2022 |
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Conflicts of Interests
March 26, 2022 |

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 …

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Governance in the Sunshine
March 26, 2022 |

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 …

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Parents as Advocates of Charter Schools
March 26, 2022 |

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 …

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Transitioning From Founding Board to Operating Boards
March 26, 2022 |
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Onboarding New Board Members – What Do They Need to Know?
March 26, 2022 |

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 …

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Florida School Safety Requirements for Schools
March 26, 2022 |

This presentation will focus on Florida’s legislative requirements addressing safety and security requirements and how those directly impact charter schools. Since the 2018 tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, a number …

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Finding the Right School Leader
March 26, 2022 |

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

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Legal Mistakes, Board Scandals, & Charter Myths: Governing for Good
March 26, 2022 |

With over 10 years of charter administration experience and six years as a charter board member, Dr. April Willis will share experiences, research, and headlines that highlight significant moments in charter governance. From myth-busting to line-drawin …

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Overseeing Multiple Schools (Real Life Things to Consider if looking at Expansion)
March 26, 2022 |

Dr. Hall will speak on things to consider when deciding to replicate

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