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17th Annual California Charter Schools Conference

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The 17th Annual California Charter Schools Conference was held at the Sacramento Convention Center in Sacramento, March 1–4, 2010. EdTec presented on 5 key topics with its partner schools.

If you would like printable copies of session handouts, please contact us.

Budgeting Strategies in Uncertain Times: A Panel Discussion

  • Strand: Budget/Finance
  • Description: The last two years have been the most challenging years for charter school budgeting in recent memory. Schools have to look closely at their budgets and make difficult choices to bring budgets into balance. Panelists will discuss best practices used in the field, and processes for navigating and making tough budget decisions. Panelists will share specific recommendations, strategies for coping with a changing funding landscape, areas for trimming and consolidation, and potential funding sources.
  • Presenter(s): Paul Bentz (Community Learning Center Schools), Joe Harrington (California Charter Schools Association), Peter Laub (EdTec, Inc.)

Avoiding Potholes and Roadblocks: Effective Charter Start-up Strategies

  • Strand: Developing New Charter Schools
  • Description: Starting a school and staying true to the vision and core principles is sometimes easier said than done. This session helps attendees avoid common potholes and roadblocks on the journey of school start-up. We will explore lessons learned, engage in vision and realignment activities that you can take back home and build your toolkit to assure your vision survives and each student thrives.
  • Presenter(s): Tracy Eichorn (EdTec, Inc.), Kristin Kraus (SOAR Charter Academy), Trisha Lancaster (SOAR Charter Academy), Nicole Tempel (DaVinci Schools), Barbara Wilson (Sycamore Academy of Science & Cultural Arts)

Charter School Operations Made Easier, More Efficient and Compliant

  • Strand: Technology
  • Description: It's difficult to find charter schools that excel in both instruction and operations. Even for charter schools that are strong in both areas, the quality of instruction is diluted because school leader attention is often diverted from the classroom to the back-office. This session will demonstrate a proven state-of-the-art software system tailored for charter schools that makes the tough job of school business operations easier, more efficient and less prone to compliance risks.
  • RAFFLE PRIZE: $250 Staples gift card for your school
  • Presenter(s): Mark Campo (EdTec, Inc.), Peter Laub (EdTec, Inc.)

Taking Charge of Change: Successful Strategic Planning

  • Strand: Governance
  • Description: Strategic planning can be an invaluable process for your charter school to create focus, improve teamwork, establish priorities and attract resources to your organization. This session will share a proven process that can be tailored for your organization. It will also emphasize the critical leadership role that board members play in developing the school's strategic direction and in providing oversight and accountability as the plan is implemented.
  • Presenter(s): Jayna Gaskell (EdTec, Inc.), Peter Laub (EdTec, Inc.)

Eight-Step Process to Successful Charter Petition Renewal

  • Strand: Authorizer Relations
  • Description: Participants will learn how to best approach and execute the process of developing their charter renewal petition. Areas covered will include, reviewing the original charter, evaluating school program against authorizer criteria, analyzing school data, performing an internal compliance audit, re-writing the charter reflecting past successes and future goals, creating ancillary documents, generating a sound renewal petition budget, and advocating the petition.
  • Presenter(s): Gary Bowman (California Montessori Charter School), Jayna Gaskell (EdTec, Inc.)
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