| KEYNOTE - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 | |
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Eric McElvennyTHE KEYNOTE PRESENTATION THAT BUILDS RESILIENCEJoin Eric as he explores the characteristics, traits and actions he found most useful in his journey from the hospital bed to the Ironman World Championships and Tokyo Paralympics finish lines. Eric’s signature talk gives the audience tools and techniques to overcoming life’s obstacles through powerful, funny and emotional stories. |
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM EDT
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Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom Gallery |
Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom Gallery |
2026032507:0008:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Friday, Mar 27, 2026 |
Friday, Mar 27, 2026
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM EDT
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Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom Gallery |
Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom Gallery |
2026032708:0008:30 000 | FRI, MAR 27 | |||
| Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026 |
Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026
12:30 PM - 5:30 PM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032412:3017:30 000 | TUE, MAR 24 | |||
| Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026 |
Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026
12:30 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032412:3018:00 000 | TUE, MAR 24 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032507:3015:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032507:0016:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032507:3009:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032607:0008:15 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032608:0015:00 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032608:0016:00 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Friday, Mar 27, 2026 |
Friday, Mar 27, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM EDT
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Location: Concourse A |
Location: Concourse A |
2026032708:0009:30 000 | FRI, MAR 27 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:15 AM - 3:00 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032510:1515:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:15 AM - 3:00 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032510:1515:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032511:0013:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032512:4513:45 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032608:0009:00 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032609:3013:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 2:45 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032609:3014:45 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032611:0013:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032612:4513:45 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
2:45 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
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Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
Location: Exhibit Hall A/B |
2026032614:4518:00 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
8:00 AM - 10:15 AM EDT
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Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom |
Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom |
2026032508:0010:15 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Friday, Mar 27, 2026 |
Friday, Mar 27, 2026
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM EDT
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Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom |
Location: Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom |
2026032708:3009:30 000 | FRI, MAR 27 | |||
| Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026 |
Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM EDT
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Location: Allegheny Ballroom |
Location: Allegheny Ballroom |
2026032419:0022:00 000 | TUE, MAR 24 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM EDT
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Location: Allegheny Ballroom |
Location: Allegheny Ballroom |
2026032618:3022:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:15 AM - 4:30 PM EDT
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Location: Allegheny Overlook / Concourse A |
Location: Allegheny Overlook / Concourse A |
2026032510:1516:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM EDT
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Location: Allegheny Overlook / Concourse A |
Location: Allegheny Overlook / Concourse A |
2026032608:0016:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
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Location: Westin Level 2 |
Location: Westin Level 2 |
2026032519:0021:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
9:00 PM - 11:59 PM EDT
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Location: Westin Level 2 |
Location: Westin Level 2 |
2026032521:0023:59 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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2026032510:1511:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
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2026032512:3013:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
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2026032612:0013:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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Child Safety Seats/Restraints on School Buses
We will review the different types of child safety seats and restraints available for the school bus. Examples, STAR SEAT or different kids of safety seats for the school bus and, different kids of Safety Vests for the school bus. We will also review Wheelchairs on the school bus.
Speaker(s): John Coakley, Program Administrator, Transportation, Berks County IU 14 Wendy Ann Arters, Transportation Manager, Chester County IU 24Location: |
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2026032510:3011:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM EDT
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PASBO Benchmarking
Speaker(s): Timothy J. Shrom, Director of Research, Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO)Location: |
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2026032513:4014:40 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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Ask the Transportation Panelists
Speaker(s): William T. Meiser, PCSBO, PCSFP, Director of Operations, Middletown Area SD Wendy Ann Arters, Transportation Manager, Chester County IU 24Location: |
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2026032516:0017:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:20 AM - 9:20 AM EDT
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Payroll Roundtable
Bring your payroll questions and join fellow professionals for a spirited roundtable where real-world challenges meet expert advice and creative solutions! This interactive session is your chance to swap stories, brainstorm best practices, and leave with fresh ideas.
Speaker(s): Andria Shields, CPP, PCSPP, Supervisor of Payroll Services, Montgomery County IU 23Location: |
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2026032608:2009:20 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM EDT
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Path to a Credit Rating Upgrade (Try, Try Again!)
Panel discussion with a school district business manager, representative from Moody's Ratings and representative from Raymond James. The session will center around the rating review process with Moody's and how to best prepare your district.
Speaker(s): Lauren Stadel, Managing Director, Raymond James Gregory Sobel, Moody's Ratings Bill Stone, Director of Business Affairs, Hatboro-Horsham SD Lou Verdelli, Managing Director, Raymond JamesLocation: |
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2026032615:5016:50 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
2:50 PM - 3:50 PM EDT
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2026032514:5015:50 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
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Work-Life Balance? How to manage your ever-increasing work load
Work-life balance? Is there such a thing? This panel discussion will explore how some School Business Officials tackle this never-ending struggle. From balancing work expectations with all the other "work" we have to get done to managing responsibilities and needs that can change on a daily basis, let's explore practical ways to manage the impossible as best we can. This panel discussion is part time management & organization and part best practices, tips, and tricks.
Speaker(s): Adam Kaack, PCSBO, SHRM-CP, Director of Human Resources, Altoona Area SD Colleen Yenser, PCSBO, PMP, CETL, ITIL, Director of Technology and Innovation, Upper Dublin SD Jennifer L. Grove, PCSBO, Director of Transportation, York Suburban SD Brian R. Pawling, PCSBA, Director of Business Administration, Radnor Township SDLocation: |
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2026032609:3010:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EDT
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Successfully Managing Difficult Employees, Conversations, & Situations
A popular session for several years in a row now - in this session we will explore best practices for how to deal with complaints and bad attitudes, conflict resolution tips and tricks, and what to say during those difficult conversations. This year's session will have a lot of examples/scenarios (#askingforafriend) for us to pick apart and discuss collectively too!
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2026032610:4011:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT
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2026032519:0020:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 | |||
| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM EDT
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When Every Second Counts
Almost every day, school leaders grapple challenging situations and misinformation that can go viral on social media and in the press. This session explores effective strategies for managing organizational communication during times of crisis, emphasizing transparency, empathy, and accuracy.
Speaker(s): Sarah McCluan, Supervisor of Communication Services, Allegheny IU #3 Aaron T. Skrbin, Assistant H.S. Principal, R. L. Strawn Associates, Inc.Location: |
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2026032513:4014:40 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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2026032516:0017:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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Communicating with Stakeholders, Even in Challenging Times
Communicating with different stakeholders during the good and the bad times has become an increasingly challenging thing to do, even for seasoned veterans in school business. In this session we will talk about appropriate levels of communication for each stakeholder group, how best to deal with difficult boards, how to grow your board, team, and/or department & how to build trust with all those stakeholder groups.
Speaker(s): Donna M. Robbins, PCSBA, Chief Operating Officer, Manheim Township SDLocation: |
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2026032510:3011:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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AI in Action: Smarter Workflows for Human Resources
This session highlights how artificial intelligence can simplify HR processes, enhance decision-making, and improve employee support across school districts. This session showcases practical, real-world applications—from recruitment to onboarding to communication, that HR leaders can implement right away. Attendees will gain insights into responsible adoption and walk away with strategies for building more efficient, human-centered HR workflows.
Speaker(s): Keith Allen McCray Jr., Instructional Technology Specialist, Waynesboro Area School District Adam Geiman, Instructional Technology Coordinator, Eastern Lancaster County SDLocation: |
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2026032516:0017:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EDT
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Driving Unity: Team Building for Today’s Transportation Workforce
Explore practical solutions for improving coordination, enhancing safety culture, and supporting positive team dynamics. Attendees will learn how to boost morale, build trust and create a more unified, resilient transportation workforce committed to delivering safe and reliable student transportation every day.
Speaker(s): Kelly Rhodunda, PCSTP, Transportation Director, Upper Moreland Township SDLocation: |
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2026032610:4011:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
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Firestorm – Facilities
Speaker(s): Heath D. Dresch, PCSBO, PCSFP, Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds, Palmyra Area SDLocation: |
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2026032609:3010:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM EDT
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Payroll Jeopardy
Step into the spotlight for Payroll Jeopardy—a fast-paced, interactive game where teams compete to answer payroll trivia, tackle real-world scenarios, and unlock the secrets behind paychecks and deductions! Whether you’re a payroll pro or just starting, this session transforms learning into laughter, teamwork, and friendly competition.
Speaker(s): Julie Schmidt, Payroll Specialist, Quaker Valley SD Susan Schechter, Supervisor of Payroll, Bucks County IU 22Location: |
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2026032615:5016:50 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Friday, Mar 27, 2026 |
Friday, Mar 27, 2026
9:40 AM - 10:40 AM EDT
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Making the most of the staff you have: Maximizing task assignments & efficiencies
Filling positions with qualified people is a growing challenge. How we have always done it, is quickly becoming an ineffective way to do things. Let's look at innovative ways to make the most of what we have and build from there! In this session we will explore how to make the most of the staff you have by looking at ways to reorganize administrative offices and/or teams, delegating or shifting tasks, managing staff better.
Speaker(s): Bobbi A. Billman, PCSBS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Assistant Executive Director, Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO)Location: |
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2026032709:4010:40 000 | FRI, MAR 27 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM EDT
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From Bus Lot to Bus Route - Operational Safety in School Transportation
TSA speaker - Identify suspicious behavior around school buses, bus stops, facilities and routes
Speaker(s): April McCoy, Assistant Transportation Manager, West Chester Area SDLocation: |
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2026032615:5016:50 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM EDT
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PCCD School Safety Updates
Speaker(s): Heather Masshardt, Deputy Director of School Safety, PA Commission on Crime and DeliquencyLocation: |
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2026032614:4015:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
2:50 PM - 3:50 PM EDT
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How to Win the Healthcare Tug of War
Healthcare costs across the U.S. are rising sharply, leading to significant financial strain on insurance carriers and hospital systems, who reported major losses in 2024. To combat this, employer-sponsored health plans must focus on managing catastrophic risk liability and implementing data-driven strategies. By leveraging analytics, employers can identify cost drivers, optimize care delivery, and promote mutual investment from it’s membership. These proactive approaches help contain expense, reduce trend increases, and ensure sustainable, affordable coverage for employees.
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2026032514:5015:50 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:20 AM - 9:20 AM EDT
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Demystifying PCCD: Reporting Requirements Made Simple
This session will review practical tips for navigation the PCCD reporting requirements for program and fiscal reporting. Additionally, both panelists have participated in the PCCD Fiscal and Program monitoring and will share their perspective on the process and how you can ensure you are compliant in an efficient manner with the grant reporting and administration process.
Speaker(s): Robert F. Geletko, PCSBA, Business Manager and School Board Secretary, Cornell SD Matthew M. Lentz, PCSBA, MPA, SFO, Chief Financial Officer, Esperanza Academy CSLocation: |
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2026032608:2009:20 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:20 AM - 9:20 AM EDT
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Discipline & Investigations 101
In this session we will take a deep dive into all things discipline and investigations. From how to conduct an investigation through termination, including templates for letters and board motions as well as how to navigate the politics in a district during an investigation. Whether you are newer to school HR or a seasoned veteran, there will be a little bit of something in this session for everyone.
Speaker(s): Mark E. Holman, PCSBO, Susquehanna Township SDLocation: |
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2026032608:2009:20 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM EDT
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The Journey In: Stories and Strategies for Recruiting Outside Talent
Hear from a panel of school business officials about how they started in school business, the challenges inherent in shifting from the private sector to school business, and ideas for attracting employees from outside of school business.
Speaker(s): Craig Neiman, PCSBA, Business Administrator, Northampton Area SD Stacy D. Stair, PCSBA. CPP, SFO, Director of Finance and Business Services, Antietam SD Jennifer L. Grove, PCSBO, Director of Transportation, York Suburban SDLocation: |
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2026032614:4015:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Friday, Mar 27, 2026 |
Friday, Mar 27, 2026
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM EDT
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Making It Make Sense: How to Frame Budgets, Policies, and Operations for Stakeholders
Hear from a panel of school business officials about how to provide effective context for school business operations decisions, budgets, and policies. Learn strategies for communicating with teachers, boards, and communities and learn what to highlight to ensure informed discussions and provide effective context.
Speaker(s): John J. Hurst, PCSBA, CPA, Business Administrator, Mahanoy Area SD Sidney M. Clark, PCSBA, Business Manager, Shanksville-Stonycreek SDLocation: |
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2026032710:5011:50 000 | FRI, MAR 27 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM EDT
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2026032615:5016:50 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM EDT
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FMLA Intricacies & Return to Work
This session covers FMLA from head to toe. From how FMLA, ADA, WC, and LTD intertwine, best practices and tips for tracking and documenting leaves, to determination to return to work and where/how districts can push back when leaves drag on, we will cover some of your most burning FMLA questions.
Speaker(s): Elizabeth Sattler, Associate, Weiss Burkardt Kramer LLC Annemarie Harr, Esquire, Attorney, Weiss Burkardt Kramer LLCLocation: |
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2026032513:4014:40 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM EDT
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GASB Financial Reporting Model Improvements – What will they mean for your District?
GASB Statement 103 Financial Reporting Model Improvements is effective for fiscal years ending June 30, 2026. While changes to the Management’s Discussion and Analysis are gathering the most headlines, other changes, including the presentation of proprietary fund data, budgetary comparisons, and unusual or infrequent items will require careful review to ensure adherence to the new guidance. This session will provide insight on the financial reporting model improvements and other emerging GASB statements with a focus on the timeline for implementation and what Districts can do before June 30th to be ready for implementation.
Speaker(s): Corina L. Long, Business Manager, Richland SD Jeffrey Kowalczyk, CPA, CFE, CGAP, Senior Partner, Barbacane, Thornton and CompanyLocation: |
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2026032614:4015:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM EDT
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2026032615:5016:50 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
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FMLA and Other Leaves of Absence: Payroll Implications
Ensure compliance and accuracy when processing payroll for employees on leave. This session will cover best practices for handling the payroll impacts of FMLA and other types of leave. We will discuss critical aspects such as tracking leave time, managing paid vs. unpaid status. Participants will learn how to accurately calculate pay, manage deductions, administer benefits during leave periods, and ensure compliance to maintain accurate employee records and avoid payroll errors.
Speaker(s): Julie Schmidt, Payroll Specialist, Quaker Valley SD Christine Lease, PCSPP, Payroll/Benefits Specialist, South Western SDLocation: |
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2026032609:3010:30 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM EDT
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Design by Numbers - How Metrics Inform a Design
Cost per square foot is no longer the metric to measure success of a building project. Learn about the guiding principles of educational design and how metrics summarizing program square footage, individualized student needs and cost need to be considered and compared to identify whether a project is successful.
Speaker(s): Chris Linkey, Partner, RLPS Architects Brett Sanders, Director of Operations and Planning, West Shore SD Erin Hoffman, ALEP, Senior Project Manager, RLPS ArchitectsLocation: |
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2026032614:4015:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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Measurement isn’t enough: How AI/ML models will change the practice of Energy and Facilities Management
Abstract: “If you can measure it, you can manage it” is a common observation from the twentieth century. In energy and facilities management, this concept is simultaneously essential and insufficient. With the rise of big data, AI, machine learning, IoT, and data science, the twenty-first-century requirement has shifted to “if you can model it, you can manage it.” Advanced AI analytics models can increasingly normalize, disaggregates, classify, predict, and recommend operational and retrofit pathways, providing deep personalization and automation opportunities. This session will delve into some of the transformative ways AI models are being utilized to revolutionize the disciplines of energy and facilities management, examining case studies that highlight the opportunities, challenges, and limitations associated with AI.
Speaker(s): Robert P. Zemanick Jr., Director of Facilities and Operations, Nazareth Area SDLocation: |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
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New Hire Onboarding Tips & Tricks
In this session we will dive into tips, tricks, & resources for onboarding new hires (both for those districts with and w/out electronic systems/processes), including on-boarding teachers and other staff mid-year and continuous improvements to these processes. This session will be part presentation and part interactive conversation.
Speaker(s): AnJie Doll, Supervisor of HR Information Systems, Harrisburg City SDLocation: |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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How the News Cycle Shapes Energy Costs -- Smart Procurement Strategies for Schools
School budgets are under constant pressure, and energy markets can shift quickly with breaking news and global events. This season explores how headlines impact energy process any what this means for procurement decisions in k-12 districts. We'll dive into practical load management strategies including demand response, peak alerts, and PLC management, that help schools minimize risk and control costs during volatile periods. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and real-world examples to plan ahead, improve efficiency, and align energy decisions with long-term goals.
Speaker(s): Hans Rottmann, Sr. Manager - Technical Sales, NRG Direct Energy Thomas G. Lynskey, Senior Account Executive, NRG Direct Energy Bonnie Mack, NRG Direct Energy Zane Kershner, Account Executive, NRG Direct EnergyLocation: |
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2026032510:3011:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Friday, Mar 27, 2026 |
Friday, Mar 27, 2026
9:40 AM - 10:40 AM EDT
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FBI Online Threat and Safety Presentation
Presentation will focus on the significant threat of violence posed by and against juvenile and young adult threat actors driven by Nihilistic and other extremist beliefs. Attendees will receive an overview of the current threat landscape, with special emphasis on the emerging threat posed by actors who employ sadistic online exploitation tactics such as child sexual abuse, sharing of child sexual abuse material, sextortion, doxing, swatting, self-harm, animal cruelty, or other violent acts, all in an effort to facilitate societal collapse or advance other social or political goals. Presentation will enhance attendees understanding of the behavioral indicators exhibited by these actors and aid in development and implementation of basic prevention and mitigation strategies.
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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Quick, Sound, and Effective - Multi-Year Financial Projections
You may think the development of financial projections takes a lot of time and is useless. It doesn’t have to be a big deal. See how you can streamline the development of a meaningful and reliable five-year financial plan. Discover how the plan can be influential in guiding financial and educational decisions that impact district operations. Hear from your peers on how they use 5-year projections to educate, communicate, and drive sound financial decisions
Speaker(s): John J. Hurst, PCSBA, CPA, Business Administrator, Mahanoy Area SD Paul Wessels, Lead Senior Advisor, Frontline Education Kimberly J. Reynolds, PCSBA, Director of Finance, SD of LancasterLocation: |
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2026032510:3011:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
2:50 PM - 3:50 PM EDT
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Student Activities Fund
Speaker(s): Sidney M. Clark, PCSBA, Business Manager, Shanksville-Stonycreek SDLocation: |
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2026032514:5015:50 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EDT
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Streamlining School Finance Workflows: Building Transparency and Saving Time
This session will share how Radnor Township SD digitized finance processes such as mileage reimbursements and payment orders. By moving away from paper and spreadsheets, the district reduced errors, sped up processing, and created clearer approval pathways. The result was greater efficiency and transparency, giving staff and leaders more confidence in how resources are managed.
Speaker(s): Jason Dolan, District Partnerships Manager, Informed K12 Brian R. Pawling, PCSBA, Director of Business Administration, Radnor Township SDLocation: |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EDT
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Rural Committees Rountable Discussion
Speaker(s): Craig Neiman, PCSBA, Business Administrator, Northampton Area SDLocation: |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
2:50 PM - 3:50 PM EDT
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Military Special Operations Planning- Active Threat Tabletop
Critical Response Group will facilitate a tabletop exercise designed after the pre-mission rehearsals of US Special Operation Forces and transitioned for use by school administrators and public safety professionals. CRG adapted the principles of these detailed tabletop exercises to help school leadership and public safety prepare for the contingencies of a school safety event. Our goal is to exercise existing active threat policies and procedures and have an open discussion regarding best practices in communication and collaboration during a school safety event.
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EDT
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Act 34: Taj Mahal Act
Speaker(s): Jesse Fry, Child Accounting Specialist, PA Department of Education Erin Derr, School Facilities Advisor, PA Department of EducationLocation: |
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2026032610:4011:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Friday, Mar 27, 2026 |
Friday, Mar 27, 2026
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM EDT
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Understanding & Supporting your District’s Culture
How best to understand and support your district's culture. Best practices, tips, & tricks to help you make positive, impactful changes to your district's culture.
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM EDT
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Transportation Firestorm
Open discussion plan to trouble shoot problems
Speaker(s): Leslie Hanas, Transportation and Financial Services Coordinator, Northwest Tri-County IU 5 Michelle Weaver, SNP Facilitator / Transportation Coordinator, Cornell SDLocation: |
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2026032513:4014:40 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:20 AM - 9:20 AM EDT
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You as a Leader - how to cultivate your leadership style and inspire your team
In this session we explore you as a leader. We will examine your current leadership style/tendencies and how to cultivate the leadership style want to have in order to best inspire your team.
Speaker(s): Rajesh Chainani, Senior Vice President - Head of Business Development, PSDLAF Cash Management GroupLocation: |
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2026032608:2009:20 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT
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All Things Certifications
All things on teacher certifications including Emergency permits, CTC certifications needs, options to consider for someone who is not certified but has a bachelor's degree, tracking and managing certs, CSPGs, and Act 45 & 48
Speaker(s): Dyann Karchnak, Director of Human Resources, York Co School of Technology Tracey J. Kerr, PCSBA, Director of HR/Title IX Coordinator, South Eastern SDLocation: |
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2026032510:3011:30 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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Building the Bench - Succession planning in a labor shortage
Building the bench (succession planning) - looking at how best to grow your staff. From professional development to goal development, how do we engage our staff in ways that not only grow them as employees but as future leaders as well.
Speaker(s): Lisa Duval, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent, Norwin SDLocation: |
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2026032516:0017:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:20 AM - 9:20 AM EDT
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Firestorm – Custodial
Speaker(s): Matthew Shields, PCSBO, Director of Facilities and Building Operations, SD of LancasterLocation: |
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2026032608:2009:20 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
8:20 AM - 9:20 AM EDT
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Child Accounting Basics
Reviews the basics of child accounting and emphasizes the importance of accurate data reporting. Location: |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM EDT
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The Future of Payroll: Harnessing Generative AI for Innovation and Efficiency
The payroll profession is evolving - and AI is shaping the next chapter. In this forward-looking session, discover how generative AI can transform traditional payroll processes by automating routine tasks, improving communication, and sparking innovation. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of what AI is, explore real-world use cases tailored to payroll, and learn strategies for using these tools effectively and ethically. Whether you're new to AI or already experimenting, this session will inspire you to see what's possible
Speaker(s): Shonie Walters, Payroll and Benefits, Fox Chapel Area SD Ashley May Ash, Payroll and Business Office Specialist, Northeastern York SDLocation: |
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2026032614:4015:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
2:50 PM - 3:50 PM EDT
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Keeping Your Staff - Improving communication & engagement
HR is here to help - we are a district's internal customer service. So how do we improve communication & cultural engagement with our staff? How do we get feedback & get people to come to HR when have issues before they just quit (especially newer employees)? Understanding that how you respond & create relationships with the staff and your accessibility impacts your overall relationship with your staff. Join us for this panel discussion to hear how some districts have tackled this issue and improved both staff communication and engagement overall.
Speaker(s): Shonie Walters, Payroll and Benefits, Fox Chapel Area SD Kellie Crago, Director of HR and Benefits, Moon Area SDLocation: |
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2026032514:5015:50 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
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HR Leadership Session for Facilities
Speaker(s): Bobbi A. Billman, PCSBS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Assistant Executive Director, Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO) Wayne F. Birster Jr., PCSBA, Director of Facilities and Operations, West Chester Area SDLocation: |
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2026032516:0017:00 000 | WED, MAR 25 |
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| Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 |
Thursday, Mar 26, 2026
10:40 AM - 11:40 AM EDT
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Future-Proof Your Procurement with Tech-Driven Strategy
Discover how technology is reshaping public procurement. Learn how AI, data analytics, and e-commerce platforms are empowering agencies to move faster, increase compliance, and uncover hidden savings—all while keeping human judgment at the core.
Speaker(s): Lisa D'Arcy, Omnia Partners Amy Flowers, Regional Manager, Ohio Valley, Omnia PartnersLocation: |
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2026032610:4011:40 000 | THU, MAR 26 |
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| Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026 |
Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
1:40 PM - 2:40 PM EDT
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Best Practices for Cash Receipts, Revenue, Revenue Recognition
Outline Best Practices for cash receipts, revenue and revenue recognition for staff new to school business. Topics range from accounts receivable, subsidy recognition, the use of funding sources and related internal controls.
Speaker(s): Anthony R. Testa, PCSBO, Business Manager, Haverford Township SDLocation: |
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From Numbers to Needs - Understanding Special Ed Enrollment and Its Real Costs
Special education is changing, and with it the challenges schools face. This session dives into how enrollment patterns have shifted over time—both overall and by category—and what those shifts mean for the real costs of serving students. Walk away with practical insights to better anticipate needs, plan staffing, and align resources to support your students and your budget.
Speaker(s): Eric Eggan, Senior Advisor, Analytics, Frontline Education Jon Guyer, Business Manager, Huntingdon Area SD Stan H. Wisler, PCSBA, Senior Advisor/Analytics, Frontline EducationLocation: |
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General Advocacy - Member Perspectives
Members of PASBO's Legislative Committee will share their successful advocacy strategies. Going over advocacy days, legislative roundtables and other areas of interest within the advocacy space.
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Scratch Cooking
Benefits and options for schools to build Scratch Cooking recipes into their menu to help with food costs and increase student meal participation while staying within the USDA meal nutritional guidelines.
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Knowing your Data for Advocacy
PASBO's Director of Advocacy will unveil a new advocacy interface to display legislator information and data that can be useful for implementing advocacy strategies!
Speaker(s): Dylan Wyatt, Director of Advocacy, Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO)Location: |
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Hazardous Walking Routes
The goal of this session is to help you understand PennDot's criteria for certifying a walking route as hazardous, and to go over the application submitted to PennDot to request assessment of a route.
Speaker(s): Megan Patton, Director, Pupil Transportation, Pittsburgh SD Kyle James Kok, Project Manager, Pupil Transportation, Pittsburgh SDLocation: |
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Advocacy for Non-Business Members
Speaker(s): Dylan Wyatt, Director of Advocacy, Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO)Location: |
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McKinney Vento Transportation
This session will focus on the provision of school of origin transportation for students experiencing homelessness. We will look at what the law says and best practices in homeless transportation.
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AFR Lessons Learned
Hear from a panel of veteran School Business Officials about AFR lessons learned, including conversation on how to navigate how different software programs are addressing the crosswalk from a 3-digit operational unit to the new 4-digit school ID#, the proration of costs to individual schools, and more
Speaker(s): Nancy C. Solderich, PCSBA, Business Manager/Board Secretary, Mohawk Area SD Dale R. Kirsch, Member Advisor, Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO) Sidney M. Clark, PCSBA, Business Manager, Shanksville-Stonycreek SD Melissa Klaus, PCSBA, Assistant Business Administrator, Radnor Township SD Anthony R. Testa, PCSBO, Business Manager, Haverford Township SD Richard Clark, Assistant Business Manager, Brockway Area SDLocation: |
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