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A Deep Dive in Staying Positive & Focused in Your Board Work & Beyond
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CST
Presenters
Keynote Speaker; Communication Expert & Author
Sarita Maybin is a dynamic and seasoned speaker, known for empowering audiences with the skills to transform uncomfortable conversations into constructive communication. With a career spanning over two decades as an international speaker and communication expert, Sarita has shared...
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CTRL+ALT+DATA—Hacking IASB's School Finance Tools
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CST
Presenters
Associate Executive Director, Government Relations & School Finance, IASB
Michael Guanci has been the Associate Executive Director of Government Relations & School Finance since 2024. In his position, Michael serves as the association’s lead expert on government relations, public education funding policy and school finance. He serves an active role providing...
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School Finance Director, IASB
Jan Miller-Hook has been the School Finance Director at the Iowa Association of School Boards® since 2022. In her role, Jan creates and delivers information and educational resources for IASB members and support organizations on school finance and fiscal stewardship, as well as supports...
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9:30am CST
Elevate Board Leadership & Efficiency with Simbli—Strategies for Effective Governance
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CST
Presenters
IASB, Board President-elect; New London Schools, Board Vice President
Jesse Howard serves as president-elect on the IASB Board of Directors. He began his service on the IASB Board in 2019. Howard currently serves on the Southeastern Community College Board of Directors.Howard is a First Sergeant in the Iowa Army National Guard and serves as the recruiting...
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Business Development Manager, GSBA & Simbli
Developed by Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) our board management software, Simbli, helps boards automate and simplify everyday tasks through software that facilitates paperless meetings, strategic planning, policy management, board evaluations, document management and c...
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Assistant Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer, GSBA & Simbli
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11:00am CST
Anthony Muhammad's Insights on Transforming School Culture
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Presenters
Keynote Speaker; School Culture Consultant
Anthony Muhammad will introduce us to the importance of transformational leadership and the key competencies that ALL board teams can practice as you lead transformation in your own district.
11:00am CST
Breaking the Mold—Alternative Salary Structures for School Districts
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
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Superintendent (Shared), Central Springs & Forest City Schools
Superintendent, Osage Schools
Barb Schwamman is in her 8th year as Superintendent of the Osage Schools and is in her 6th year as a shared superintendent at the Riceville Schools in northeast Iowa. Before taking over in Osage, Barb served as PK-8 Principal at South Winneshiek from 2007-2015. Previously she taught/coached...
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Superintendent, Mason City Schools
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Board President, Mason City Schools
11:00am CST
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Navigating Change—Maintaining Strong Relationships Through Collaborative Bargaining
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Moderators
Legal Services Director, IASB
Anna Harmon has been the Legal Services Director for the Iowa Association of School Boards since 2021. In her role, she is responsible for developing, maintaining, and providing high quality human resource services, tools, and consulting for IASB members that operate within the laws...
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Presenters
Deputy Superintendent, Iowa City Schools
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Teacher, Iowa City Schools; President, Iowa City Education Association
Board Member, Iowa City Schools
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UniServe Director, East Central Iowa, Iowa State Education Association (ISEA)
Chief Human Resources Officer, Iowa City Schools
Nick Proud (@Nick_Proud) is the principal at Garner Elementary in North Liberty, IA. Garner proudly serves nearly 700 students in a K-6 building. He has presented Nationally including at ISTE 2018 and the National Principals Conference. Nick was honored as the 2016 ITEC Administrator...
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Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Room 103, Level 1
Iowa Events Center
11:00am CST
Navigating the Teacher Termination Process Through Real-World Scenarios
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Presenters
Attorney, Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.
Miriam provides comprehensive legal representation to school districts, area education agencies, colleges and universities, and other municipal entities in the state of Iowa. She provides counsel and represents clients in mediation and litigation in a variety of matters, including...
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Attorney, Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Room 107, Level 1
Iowa Events Center
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Supports for All Students—One District's Approach to Therapeutic Classroom Services
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Presenters
Superintendent, Bettendorf Schools
Dr. Michelle Morse currently serves as the Superintendent for the Bettendorf Community School District. Dr. Morse began her career in public education twenty-nine years ago as a speech-language pathologist and classroom teacher. She has served in a variety of administrative positions...
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Executive Director of Student Services, Bettendorf Schools
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Social Emotional Behavioral Health Coordinator, Bettendorf Schools
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Middle School Principal, Bettendorf Schools
Extension Educator: Families, Youth & Community, Iowa State University
Jennifer is a Lecturer and Department Coordinator in the Department of Psychology at St. Ambrose University. Jennifer has a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology from the University of Northern Iowa, and a Master’s of Science Degree in Education from Western Illinois University. Her...
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Board Member, Bettendorf Schools
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Room 104, Level 1
Iowa Events Center
2:00pm CST
A Districtwide Approach to Behavior Prevention & Response
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CST
Presenters
Executive Director of Learning Supports PreK–12, College Community Schools
Laura Medberry serves College Community Schools (Cedar Rapids Prairie) as the Executive Director of Learning Supports. She is responsible for a variety of programs including ELL, school-based mental health, early childhood, community partnerships, and new principal coaching. Prior...
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Superintendent, College Community Schools
2:00pm CST
Actions that Matter—A Deeper Dive into Opportunity Community Schools with Donna Beegle
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CST
Presenters
Keynote Speaker; Poverty-Informed Leadership Expert
Keynote speaker Donna Beegle grew up in generational poverty and dropped out of high school in ninth grade. Donna went from high school dropout to earning her doctorate, and brings 34 years of research and practical experience to the table.
2:00pm CST
From Insight to Impact— Elevating Your School's Strategic Plan through Collaborative Leadership
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CST
Presenters
Superintendent, Western Dubuque Schools
Dan Butler is passionate about leadership, positive relationships, continuous improvement, connected learning and making differences in the lives of others. Dan presents at the local, state, and national levels about digital leadership, 21st century public relations/communication...
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Board President, Western Dubuque County Community School District
3rd Term Board member, President Mom of a college student, high school and middle school student.
2:00pm CST
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Navigating AI in Education—From Privacy Considerations to Practical Implementation
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CST
Presenters
Partner, F3 Law
Peter K. Fagen is a founding partner and serves clients from both the Los Angeles and San Diego area offices. A proven lawyer, leader, and administrator, Peter has extensive experience in the areas of board/superintendent relations, labor, personnel, students, business, voting rights...
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2:00pm CST
New from IASB! The Student Handbook Toolkit
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CST
Presenters
Legal Services Director, IASB
Anna Harmon has been the Legal Services Director for the Iowa Association of School Boards since 2021. In her role, she is responsible for developing, maintaining, and providing high quality human resource services, tools, and consulting for IASB members that operate within the laws...
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