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Wednesday, November 20
 

9:00am CST

School Finance 301—Advanced
Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:00am - 11:30am CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1
This advanced level workshop provides a more in-depth analysis of important concepts of spending authority, trending issues that impact school finance, the function of the School Budget Review Committee (SBRC), and more. A repeat of this session is also offered from 1–3:30 p.m. This session offers SBO credit for first-time attendees.

Special thanks to Frontline Analytics for sponsoring this Pre-Convention Workshop at the 79th IASB Annual Convention & Trade Show.
 
Presenters
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Mike Guanci

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... Read More →
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Kris Smith

Business Manager, South Winneshiek Schools
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Sara Meinders

Board Secretary, Forest City Schools
Sara Meinders has a passion to ensure all school business officials succeed. Having over 13 years experience as a SBO in northern Iowa along with ten years experience in banking has shown her just how important it is for all schools to have a confident and capable business official... Read More →
Sponsors
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Frontline Analytics

Frontline Education
Frontline Analytics (Frontline Education) proudly sponsors the School Finance 101, 201 & 301 Pre-Convention Workshops and co-sponsors the Cookie Booth at the 79th IASB Annual Convention & Trade Show.Frontline offers school administration software that empowers K–12 leaders to proactively oversee human resources, business operations, and student health and special education management. Our solutions will equip you with the tools, data, and insights you need to spend more time driving your strategy, and less time p... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 9:00am - 11:30am CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1 Iowa Events Center
  Pre-Convention Workshop

1:00pm CST

School Finance 301—Advanced
Wednesday November 20, 2024 1:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1
This advanced level workshop provides a more in-depth analysis of important concepts of spending authority, trending issues that impact school finance, the function of the School Budget Review Committee (SBRC), and more. This session offers SBO credit for first-time attendees.

Special thanks to Frontline Analytics for sponsoring this Pre-Convention Workshop at the 79th IASB Annual Convention & Trade Show.
 
Presenters
avatar for Mike Guanci

Mike Guanci

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... Read More →
avatar for Kris Smith

Kris Smith

Business Manager, South Winneshiek Schools
avatar for Sara Meinders

Sara Meinders

Board Secretary, Forest City Schools
Sara Meinders has a passion to ensure all school business officials succeed. Having over 13 years experience as a SBO in northern Iowa along with ten years experience in banking has shown her just how important it is for all schools to have a confident and capable business official... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Frontline Analytics

Frontline Analytics

Frontline Education
Frontline Analytics (Frontline Education) proudly sponsors the School Finance 101, 201 & 301 Pre-Convention Workshops and co-sponsors the Cookie Booth at the 79th IASB Annual Convention & Trade Show.Frontline offers school administration software that empowers K–12 leaders to proactively oversee human resources, business operations, and student health and special education management. Our solutions will equip you with the tools, data, and insights you need to spend more time driving your strategy, and less time p... Read More →

Wednesday November 20, 2024 1:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1 Iowa Events Center
  Pre-Convention Workshop
 
Thursday, November 21
 

9:30am CST

District Insights on Implementing Cell Phone Policies & Regulations
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1
Don’t miss this engaging session where a panel of district leaders will share insights and experiences from implementing new cell phone policies and regulations this school year! Learn about the community feedback and processes used to build meaningful policy. Discover how different approaches are shaping classroom environments, boosting student focus, and addressing the challenges of tech distractions. Join us to gain practical strategies and learn how these policies are impacting students and staff.
Moderators
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Siobhan Schneider

Associate Executive Director, Board Leadership & Legal Services, IASB
Siobhan Schneider is the Associate Executive Director, Board Leadership Services for the Iowa Association of School Boards. She has been with the association since 2018. Siobhan oversees all association resources focused on board development, legal, and HR services to provide timely... Read More →
Presenters
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John Cain

Superintendent (Shared), North Tama County & South Tama County Schools
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Scott Blum

Superintendent, Dallas Center-Grimes Schools
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Nancy Baker Curtis

Board Member, Dallas Center-Grimes Schools
I am a public school teacher, disability advocate and school board member. 
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Travis Donahue

High School Principal, Dallas Center-Grimes Schools
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Rick Hopper

Board Member, South Tama County Schools
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Rod Zobel

Board President, North Tama County Schools
2024 presentation edSession cellPhonePanel pdf
Thursday November 21, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1 Iowa Events Center
  Education Session

11:00am CST

Breaking the Mold—Alternative Salary Structures for School Districts
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1
Can you afford your current salary schedule? Does the new Teacher Salary Supplement law with teacher minimums align with your salary schedule? Join seasoned superintendents and board members from around the state for an overview of the teacher salary minimum rules and alternative salary examples. Then hear how three different schools have successfully made the move from a traditional salary schedule.
Presenters
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Darwin Lehmann

Superintendent, Forest City Schools
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Barb Schwamman

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... Read More →
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Pat Hamilton

Superintendent, Mason City Schools
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Cindy Garza

Board Member, Mason City Schools
Breaking the Mold Alternative Salary Structures for School Districts pdf
Thursday November 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1 Iowa Events Center
  Education Session

2:00pm CST

Rapid Response for Legal Eagles
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1
What do you get when you bring together experienced school attorneys from two major firms in one room? A rapid fire Q&A session with legal eagles! Join Peter Fagen of F3 Law and Melissa Schilling from Dickinson Bradshaw for a chance to get answers to your most pressing legal questions. Come prepared with tough questions, and you'll leave with answers and insights about timely school law topics.
 
Presenters
avatar for Peter Fagen

Peter Fagen

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... Read More →
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Melissa Schilling

Shareholder, Dickinson Bradshaw
Thursday November 21, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CST
Rooms 101–102, Level 1 Iowa Events Center
  Education Session
 
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