2021 Education Leadership Conference Program

#oklaed21

Aug. 26-29, 2021 • Oklahoma City Convention Center

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Mike Ray, OSSBA President, Guymon School Board Member

Melisa Kifer, CCOSA Chair, Stillwater Schools

Dr. Shawn Hime, OSSBA Executive Director

Dr. Pam Deering, CCOSA Executive Director

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BOARD MEMBER EDUCATION CREDITS Workshop credit types are designated in each workshop description.

Within fifteen (15) months of your election, appointment or reelection to a board position, you must earn: NEW/APPOINTED

INCUMBENT

1 Ethics (ETH)

1 Ethics (ETH)

1 Open Meeting/Records (OMA)

1 Open Meeting/Records (OMA)

1 Finance (FIN)

1 Finance (FIN)

9 additional credits of your choice- excluding continuing education (CE) designated credits

3 additional credits of your choice- excluding continuing education (CE) designated credits

All board members must also obtain the equivalent of 3 hours per year of service in any category above, including continuing education, prior to filing for re-election or completion of service.

LENGTH OF TERM

NUMBER OF CREDITS REQUIRED

3 years

9 credits

4 years

12 credits

5 years

15 credits

The entire conference is eligible for a maximum of 12 education credits. Friday you may earn a maximum of five (5) credits, Saturday you may earn a maximum of five (5) credits, and Sunday you may earn a maximum of two (2) credits.

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GENERAL INFORMATION CHECK IN Registered attendee check-in and on-site registration are located in the main lobby. Check-in and on-site registration hours are 4 7 p.m. Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday and 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Saturday.

EXHIBIT HALL HOURS 4 - 7 p.m. Thursday • 7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Friday 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Saturday • Closed Sunday

OSSBA DELEGATE ASSEMBLY OSSBA Delegate Assembly will be held in the Ballroom beginning at 10:10 a.m. Saturday.

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SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE FRIDAY, AUG. 27

Check-In.............................................................................7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall................................................................... 7:30 – 8:45 a.m.

New Board Member Orientation.............................................8 – 8:30 a.m.

General Session I............................................................... 8:45 – 10:45 a.m.

Blood Drive – Exhibit Hall D................................................ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall/Break................................................... 10:45 – 11:05 a.m.

Breakout Sessions........................................................... 11:05 – 11:55 a.m.

Lunch and Visit Exhibit Hall......................................11:55 a.m. – 1:25 p.m.

Breakout Sessions............................................................... 1:25 – 2:15 p.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall/Break....................................................... 2:15 – 2:35 p.m.

Breakout Sessions............................................................... 2:35 – 3:25 p.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall/Break....................................................... 3:25 – 3:45 p.m.

Breakout Sessions............................................................... 3:45 – 4:35 p.m.

Career Tech Forum, OkATCE and OSSBA Reg. 15 Meeting.... 4:45–7 p.m.

SATURDAY, AUG. 28

Check-In and Onsite Registration Open........................7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall................................................................... 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.

Vaccine Clinic – First or Second Dose Pfizer, Exhibit Hall D...................................................................8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Legislative Review............................................................... 8:30 – 9:20 a.m.

Breakout Sessions............................................................... 8:30 – 9:20 a.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall/Break..................................................... 9:20 – 10:10 a.m.

OSSBA Delegate Assembly.......................................................... 10:10 a.m.

Breakout Sessions................................................................ 10:10 – 11 a.m.

Lunch and Visit Exhibit Hall.........................................11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Closes........................................................................ 12:30 p.m.

Breakout Sessions............................................................. 12:30 – 1:20 p.m.

Break..................................................................................... 1:20 – 1:35 p.m.

Breakout Sessions............................................................... 1:35 – 2:25 p.m.

Break..................................................................................... 2:25 – 2:40 p.m.

General Session II................................................................ 2:40 – 4:10 p.m.

SUNDAY, AUG. 29

Optional Breakfast Buffet (pre-purchased ticket required).................8 a.m.

Legal Roundtable Discussions....................................................9 – 11 a.m.

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Education Leadership Conference – Friday, August 27, 2021 (color-coded sessions indicate specialized learning tracks; these sessions are open to all, see page 9 for more information) Room/ Time

7:308:45 a.m.

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202

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205AB

206AB

207AB

208A

New Board Member Orientation 8-8:30

Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided)

208B

209AB

General Session I • Ballroom ETH

10:4511:05 a.m.

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided)

11:0511:55 a.m.

Executive Session Basics (OMA)

Ethics and Audits (FIN)

(ETH)

(ETH)

11:55 a.m.1:25 p.m.

1:252:15 p.m.

School Foundation Funding Alignment

CareerTech Accreditation Process Changes (ETH)

Ensuring DEI is a Movement, Not Just a Moment Part 1 (ETH)

2021-2022 OSSAA Updates (ETH)

How Can We Help You? A Guide to School Customer Service (ETH)

How to Strengthen the School District, School Foundation Relationship (ETH)

Ballroom

Raising Student SelfMotivation: Leveraging ResearchBased Supports Part 1 (ETH)

Maximizing Facility Operations to Direct More Money Into the Classroom

Data Intelligence: How Metrics Inform Master Planning

Bond Issue Basics and Strategic Financial Planning (FIN)

(ETH)

(FIN)

Getting the Conversation Started with Students (ETH)

What School Board Members Should Know About Special Education

Crisis Communication: Be Ready

The Conversation with David Horsager Continues!

(ETH)

(ETH)

(ETH)

If You Plant It, They Will Bloom!

Sowing the Seeds of Student Support

NO SESSION

(ETH)

Raising Student SelfMotivation: Leveraging ResearchBased Supports Part 2 (ETH)

I’m not throwin’ away my shot! (ETH)

Demystifying Storm Shelters: When are they required?

(ETH)

Creative Activities to Promote Mastery of Learning Part 1 (ETH)

Dissecting Myths Associated with School Board Meetings

CareerTech System Fiscal Overview

NO SESSION

(OMA)

School Finance 101

(FIN)

The Basics of Activity Funds and Booster Club Sanctioning

Engaging Your School Foundation in Advocacy

Understanding Trauma in the Classroom

The Basics of The Oklahoma Open Meeting Act

(FIN)

(FIN)

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall Ensuring DEI is a Movement, Not Just a Moment Part 2 (ETH)

Student Transfers: The Nuts and Bolts of New Transfer Laws (ETH)

Flexible Learning -Maximizing Parent & Student Options (ETH)

How Two Districts Transformed Facilities for Students

Board’s Role in Employment (ETH)

(ETH)

3:253:45 p.m.

3:454:35 p.m.

302A

Lunch and Visit Exhibit Hall (1:10 - 1:25 p.m. Clinton High School Percussion Ensemble will perform in the convention center lobby)

2:152:35 p.m.

2:353:25 p.m.

Leading Questions: Keeping Your Finger on Your Pulse in These Challenging Times (ETH)

301CD

Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided)

8:4510:45 a.m.

Widening the Screen: Seeing Beyond Incomplete Pictures

301AB

Maximizing the Impact of ESSER Funds for Oklahoma Students: Innovative Ideas (FIN)

How Schools Are Funded 101 (FIN)

Creative Innovations and Positive Outcomes During the Pandemic (ETH)

Leveraging E-rate for PostCOVID19 Learning (FIN)

Creative Activities to Promote Mastery of Learning Part 2 (ETH)

(ETH)

(ETH)

(OMA)

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall (exhibit hall closes at 3:45 p.m.)

NO SESSION

NO SESSION

Developing Managers into Leaders (ETH)

Voices of Equity (ETH)

Board Member Recordkeeping and Minutes Gone Wrong (ETH)

Digital Governance: Moving School Board Members into the Technology Age (ETH)

School Finance Law and Accounting (FIN)

Leveraging Newly Approved Tax Credits to Raise Private Funds for Your District and Foundation (ETH)

NO SESSION

School Board Member Roles and Responsibilities (ETH)

NO SESSION

It’s an Emergency!

Providing Support to New Teachers (ETH)

Laser Scanning & 3D Reference Models for Schools (ETH)

NO SESSION

Education Leadership Conference – Saturday, August 28, 2021 (color-coded sessions indicate specialized learning tracks; these sessions are open to all, see page 9 for more information) Room/ Time

201

202

203

204

205AB

7:308:30 a.m.

8:309:20 a.m.

Neutral Grounds: Faith in the Classroom

Principal Coaching: Supporting and Sustaining Leaders (ETH)

9:2010:10 a.m.

Policymaking in the Modern Era (ETH)

NO SESSION

The Art of School Boarding (ETH)

Building a Diverse Teacher Workforce (ETH)

2021 Legislation and Student Equity (ETH)

NO SESSION

Speech Beyond the Schoolhouse Gate: Free Speech in a Digital Age (ETH)

NO SESSION

Life Ready Graduates (ETH)

Reimagining School Policing (ETH)

208B

209AB

301AB

301CD

302A

Ballroom

Esports as a Tool for Recruitment, Retention, and Relevance (ETH)

Improving Your School District Food Service Program (ETH)

Improving Support Employee Service While Reducing Headcount

Human Resources Q & A (ETH)

Investing in Students and the Future: Facility Planning for Schools (ETH)

(ETH)

Continuous Strategic Improvement (CSI) Networking Session

NO SESSION

2021 Legislative Session in Review

NO SESSION

2021 OSSBA Delegate Assembly

(invitationonly)

Documentation and Difficult Discussions: How to Deal with Tough Personnel Issues (ETH)

Continuous Strategic Improvement (CSI) – The OSSBA and K20 Center Model (ETH)

NO SESSION

Continuity in Learning (And How to Get There) (ETH)

Shapeshifter: Transforming Your School Culture (ETH)

Providing On-Going Feedback to Your Superintendent Through the Evaluation Process

(ETH)

(ETH)

Lunch and Visit Exhibit Hall (exhibit hall closes at 12:30 p.m.)

Anchored in Equity: Using a Framework to Address Root Causes Part 1 (ETH)

NO SESSION

Student First Amendment Rights Update (ETH)

Trends in School Facility Construction

NO SESSION

NO SESSION

NO SESSION

(ETH)

Superintendents’ Forum (ETH)

Cheyenne’s Talls & Smalls Mentoring & More (ETH)

1:201:35 p.m.

1:352:25 p.m.

208A

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided; 9:30 - 10 a.m. Putnam City Silver Strings strolling orchestra will perform in the exhibit hall)

11 a.m.12:30 p.m.

12:301:20 p.m.

207AB

Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided)

(ETH)

10:1011 a.m.

206AB

Step by Step: A Supervisor’s Guide to FMLA (ETH)

Onboarding the New Superintendent (ETH)

Virtual Education Cost Study Commissioned by the OSVCB

Put Your Best Foot Forward: How to Attract (and Keep!) the Best Employees

Tales of How School Board Members Survived Last Year!

NO SESSION

(ETH)

The Basics of The Oklahoma Open Meeting Act (Repeat) (OMA)

Break Anchored in Equity: Using a Framework to Address Root Causes Part 2 (ETH)

Oklahoma Tax Protests – Issues and Solutions (FIN)

Halo Smart Sensor Leveraging modern technology to address everyday problems (ETH)

The Impact of Hiring the Right Superintendent (ETH)

NO SESSION

Open Records Game Show (OMA)

NO SESSION

What School Board Members and Administrators Need to Know about Tax Credits (FIN)

YOU’VE BEEN SERVED!: An Overview of Litigation and School Liability (ETH)

2:252:40 p.m.

Break

2:404:10 p.m.

General Session II • Ballroom ETH

(ETH)

Navigating the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act (OMA)

(ETH)

Creating a HOPE Centered SEL Framework for Schools (ETH)

Education Leadership Conference – Sunday, August 29, 2021 (all Sunday events will be held at the Omni Hotel directly across the street from the convention center) 8-8:45 a.m.

Breakfast (optional; pre-purchased ticket required)

9-11 a.m.

OSSBA & CCOSA Legal Team Roundtables ETH Omni Five Moons Small Districts (2A and smaller, including dependent, and K-8 districts) • Omni Deep Deuce Medium Districts (3A and 4A) • Omni Paseo Large Districts (5A and larger)

NO SESSION

View sessions and build your personal schedule, get venue maps, network with your peers, connect with exhibitors, leave session and event feedback, take notes and much more!

Download the conference app by searching OSSBA 2021 in the App Store or Google Play, or visit www.oklaedconference.com.

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CONFERENCE AGENDA

For the People focus areas are identified by colored icons: Climate and Culture Learning, Teaching and Assessing for Student Success Early and Expanded Learning Opportunities for Student Success Governance, Leadership and Accountability Human Capital Development Physical Resources Financial Resources

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Specialized learning tracks are identified by shaded bars. These sessions are open to all attendees.

District business officials, treasurers and encumbrance clerks (Friday) District minutes clerks and other administrative professionals (Friday) School foundation members and interested parties (Friday) Employment services and human resources professionals (Saturday)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 27 Check In and Exhibit Hall Open......................................................... 7:30 a.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided).................................. 7:30–8:45 a.m.

New Board Member Orientation.................................................. 8–8:30 a.m.

Room 206AB None Dr. Shawn Hime, Executive Director, OSSBA; Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA New to your board or never attended conference before? Learn what to expect and how to navigate the conference to obtain the credits and information you need.

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General Session I.....................................................................8:45–10:45 a.m.

Ballroom Ethics The opening session of the Education Leadership Conference will feature the Guthrie High School Guthrie JROTC Color Guard under the direction of First Sergeant Cameron Campbell and student performances by the Sand Springs Elementary Choir, under the direction of Rebecca Stewart, and trumpet soloist Kaden Gonzales from Sand Springs High School.

Keynote speaker David Horsager brings The Trust Edge™: How Top Leaders and Organizations Drive Business Results through Trust.

Trust is a fundamental, bottom line issue. Without it, leaders lose teams, salespeople lose sales, and organizations lose reputation, retention of good people, relationships and revenue. But with trust, individuals and organizations enjoy greater creativity, productivity, freedom and results. Through David’s industry leading research The Trust Outlook™ and firsthand experience working with the world’s highest performing organizations, David reveals how top leaders and organizations drive business results to become the most trusted in their industry.

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided)........... 10:45–11:05 a.m.  Executive Session Basics.................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 201 Open Meeting Act Brandon Carey, Attorney, OSSBA Join Brandon Carey for a discussion involving the legal requirements for holding an executive session at your school board meeting.

Discussion will include the law, practical guidance and best practices.

This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  Widening the Screen: Seeing Beyond Incomplete Pictures...................................................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 202 Ethics Dr. Steven Aragon, Equity and Diversity Specialist, OK Department of Career and Technology Education We all are biologically designed to make judgments about people (as well as ideas, places, things, etc.) based on incomplete snapshots of information – otherwise known as unconscious bias. These unconscious biases, commonly developed through observation, lead to bigger stereotypes and other forms of discrimination towards those who are different from us. Using a newly published children’s book and a current television commercial, we will see what happens 10

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when we take the time to “widen the screen” and take in more information before drawing our conclusions about others. Come ready for story time - just like we had when we were in elementary school.  Ethics and Audits..........................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 203 Finance Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA Join Julie Miller for a discussion of school district audits and the ethical issues found in special investigatory audits as well as in citizen petition audits. Scenarios will explore whether issues involve an ethical or a legal issue. This session qualifies for one continuing education credit for treasurers and encumbrance clerks. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  School Foundation Funding Alignment: Help Your Foundation Become a Strategic Funding Partner for your District....11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 204 Ethics Blair Ellis, Executive Director, Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation; Elizabeth Inbody, Executive Director, Jenks Public Schools Foundation; Mary Mélon, CEO and President, Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools; Katy Leffel, Director Oklahoma School Foundations Network, OK Foundation for Excellence Maximize the impact your school foundation makes in funding district needs by learning how to align your foundation funding priorities with your district strategic plan and priorities. Hear from school foundation leaders about their Outstanding Program Award winning initiatives and how creating strategic partnerships with their districts led to high-impact outcomes for students and teachers. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  CareerTech Accreditation Process Changes..................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 205AB Ethics Jessica Ventris, Accreditation Manager, OK Department of Career and Technology Education Attendees will receive an overview of the changes to accreditation processes that will be implemented during 2021-2022 and gain an understanding of this critical activity as one of CareerTech’s tools for continuous improvement.  Leading Questions: Keeping Your Finger on Your Pulse in These Challenging Times..................................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 206AB Ethics April Buoy, Manager, American Fidelity 12

What are you doing to keep yourself mentally focused, positive and motivated during these challenging days? You don’t have to be a superintendent to see that sitting in your chair is one of the most challenging jobs right now. As a friend of mine who sometimes mixes her metaphors says, “You don’t have to be a rocket surgeon to know that the school business has been especially impacted and continues to be impacted by the pandemic.”  Raising Student Self-Motivation: Leveraging Research-Based Supports................................ Part 1 of 2; 11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 207AB Ethics Dr. Phillip Garland, Superintendent, Liberty Public Schools Join Dr. Philip Garland’s hands-on presentation inviting individuals and small teams to consider the supports they currently offer to bolster students’ self-motivation compared to what other successful schools provide. This research-based workshop offers alternatives to previous conceptions that rewards and punishments from outside of the students’ locus of control provide better results than enhanced supports that cause better student self-motivation. Come away with ideas for board policy, district procedures and a “Culture of Sacred Community.” This is a two-part session. Part two will begin at 1:25 p.m.  Maximizing Facility Operations to Direct More Money Into the Classroom – Easy Money – and Energy – Saving Solutions....... 11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 208A Finance Larry Shackelford, Executive Director of Facilities, Broken Arrow Public Schools; Scott Farmer, Superintendent, Ft. Gibson Public Schools Find out how districts can save thousands of dollars by implementing efficiency standards.  Data Intelligence: How Metrics Inform Master Planning..................................................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 208B Ethics Sarah Gould, President and CEO, KKT Architects, Inc; Francis Wilmore, Director of Design, KKT Architects, Inc. Do you need more space but are not sure how to prioritize your projects or define the scope? We use a method called the “Three C’s: Collecting, Communicating, and Creating.” This presentation will explore projects that showcase how metrics were used to determine a district’s need for a new building, confirm and justify the placement of a building within a previously established masterplan, and establish a roadmap for a growing district’s future campus expansion and improvements.

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 Bond Issue Basics and Strategic Financial Planning..................................................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 209AB Finance Dr. Joe Siano, Associate Executive Director, OSSBA; Zack Robinson, Vice President, BOK Financial Securities This session will cover the basics regarding the sale, purpose and financing of school bonds. We will also discuss the strategic use of bond dollars to support the instructional goals of the school district.  Getting the Conversation Started with Students..........11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 301AB Ethics Cecilia Robinson-Woods, Superintendent, Millwood Public Schools; Dr. Robert Romines, Superintendent, Moore Public Schools; Dr. Nick Migliorino, Superintendent, Norman Public Schools Conversations regarding race in our schools with staff and students can be a difficult discussion to have. Colleagues from across the state have begun to connect to help each other facilitate these conversations in their districts. Join the superintendents of Moore, Norman and Millwood schools and learn how to begin the conversation so your district can move forward.  What School Board Members Should Know About Special Education...................................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 301CD Ethics Andrea Kunkel, ODSS Executive Director and General Counsel, CCOSA; Melissa Abdo, School Board Member, Jenks Public Schools; Katherine Stufflebeam, Director of Special Services, Sapulpa Public Schools; Chuck McCauley, Superintendent, Bartlesville Public Schools Presenters will provide an overview of special education generally and at the district and site levels from the perspectives of a school board member, a superintendent, a special education director and an attorney practicing special ed law. This eye-opening, interactive discussion will address issues related to funding, personnel, behavior and discipline, compliance, dispute resolution and the responsibility of meeting the varied needs of Oklahoma students with disabilities.  Crisis Communication: Be Ready....................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Room 302A Ethics Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Director of Member Engagement, OSSBA Public trust is hard to gain and easy to lose, and no situation tests this theory more than an emergency or controversy. From evacuations and lock downs to discipline issues and personnel concerns, learn how communication planning can help a school district respond and recover from a crisis while protecting the safety of students, dealing 15

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with the media and strengthening relationships with parents, staff and community members.  The Conversation with David Horsager Continues!...............................................................................11:05–11:55 a.m.

Ballroom Ethics David Horsager, CEO, Trust Edge Leadership Institute Our keynote speaker, David Horsager, continues the conversation on trust and resiliency.

Lunch and Visit Exhibit Hall.................................................... 11:55–1:25 p.m.

Student Performance................................................................ 1:10–1:25 p.m.

The Clinton High School Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Summer Morgan, will welcome everyone back to the afternoon breakout sessions after lunch. Performance will take place in the convention center lobby.  Ensuring DEI is a Movement, Not Just a Moment...................................................................Part 1 of 2; 1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 201 Ethics Nick Migliorino, Superintendent, Norman Public Schools; Stephanie Williams, Executive Director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Norman Public Schools If not now, when? There is not a more needed time to prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion in school districts. It is essential to achieving educational and academic excellence. More importantly, equity work elevates ALL students. You must have awareness, acknowledgment, and action. In this session, you will learn about the journey that Norman Public Schools is on to create a more inclusive, equitable, and welcoming community for all. We will discuss strategies around professional development, culturally responsive curriculum and instruction, marketing and recruitment, and policy that you can take back and apply in your district. If you are ready to start your journey, this session is for you! This is a two-part session.

Part two will begin at 2:35 p.m.  2021-2022 OSSAA Updates...................................................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 202 Ethics David Jackson, Executive Director, OK Secondary Schools Activities Association Policy and rule changes for the 2021-2022 school year.

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 How Can We Help You? A Guide to School Customer Service........................................................................................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 203 Ethics Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Director of Member Engagement, OSSBA The words “customer service” are often viewed as out of place in the school setting; however, there’s no doubt school employees are in the customer service business every day. Learn how a quality customer service program can help your district retain students and staff by better serving them and making them feel valued and appreciated. Raise the bar for your district by turning “stakeholders” into “customers,” who are “family.” This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  Building a Strong Partnership: How to Strengthen the School District, School Foundation Relationship..............................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 204 Ethics Erin Adams, Executive Director, Clinton Public Schools Foundation and Tyler Bridges, Superintendent, Clinton Public Schools; Deanna Boston, Executive Director, Edmond Public Schools Foundation and Dr. Angela Grunewald, Superintendent, Edmond Public Schools; Mary Mélon, CEO and President, Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools and Dr. Sean McDaniel, Superintendent, Oklahoma City Public Schools; Katy Leffel, Director Oklahoma School Foundations Network, OK Foundation for Excellence

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This presentation will explore the roles a school foundation can play in supporting a school district. From funding to convening important community conversations, school foundations are powerful partners when district and foundation leaders communicate well and work together. Hear from a panel of school foundation and district leaders on how to strengthen this partnership, while maintaining needed foundation independence. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  If You Plant It, They Will Bloom! Sowing the Seeds of Student Support.........................................................................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 205AB Ethics Amy Whitewater, Community Grant Manager, Project AWARE; Kyle Reynolds, Superintendent, Woodward Public Schools; Dalinda Hix, LCSW, Woodward Public Schools Every educator knows that students must “Maslow” before they can “Bloom,” but what does that really mean, and how do educators make it happen within the walls of our classrooms? Join Woodward Public Schools and Project AWARE to discover how one school district is using creative, evidence-based practices to improve student mental health, engaging the community in the process, and supporting students in profound and life-changing ways.  Raising Student Self-Motivation: Leveraging Research-Based Supports.....................................Part 2 of 2; 1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 207AB Ethics Dr. Phillip Garland, Superintendent, Liberty Public Schools Join Dr. Philip Garland’s hands-on presentation inviting individuals and small teams to consider the supports they currently offer to bolster students’ self-motivation compared to what other successful schools provide. This research-based workshop offers alternatives to previous conceptions that rewards and punishments from outside of the students’ locus of control provide better results than enhanced supports that cause better student self-motivation. Come away with ideas for board policy, district procedures, and a “Culture of Sacred Community.” This is a continuation of the 11:05 a.m. session.  I’m not throwin’ away my shot!...........................................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 208A Ethics Sarah Gould, President and CEO, KKT Architects, Inc; Francis Wilmore, Director of Design, KKT Architects, Inc. Crafting the right bond message for your community is not only critical to the success of passing your current issue, but also for future bonds. This presentation will include a series of case-studies 19

that illustrate what can be achieved through a pre-bond partnership with an architect. We will look at tools to assess current needs, design for future growth, and how to shape a realistic and tangible vision that your community can support.  De-mystifying Storm Shelters: When are they required?.1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 208B Ethics Gary Armbruster, Principal Architect and Partner, MA+ Architecture; Marcia Gallant, Principal Architect and Senior Associate, MA+ Architecture Building code changes are coming to the State of Oklahoma that impact when storm shelters are required in schools and how they are designed. This program will explore the different levels of shelter design, walk participants through the new requirements, and address changes in the FEMA funding process.  Creative Activities to Promote Mastery of Learning..................................................................Part 1 of 2; 1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 209AB Ethics Dr. Kate Kemker, Apple K12 Market Segment Leadership Executive; Anne Beck, Digital Governance Specialist, OSSBA Creativity leads to better problem solving and lives at the top of the Depth of Knowledge. Allowing learners to be creative helps build strong thinking skills for deeper learning. The Oklahoma Library of Digital Resources (OKLDR) is a collection of creative activities to demonstrate students understanding of Oklahoma Academic Standards. Join district leadership on how they are empowering educators to develop students’ evidence of understanding (mastery) of the state standards. This is a two-part session. Part two begins at 2:35 p.m.  Dissecting Myths Associated with School Board Meetings.. 1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 301AB Open Meeting Act Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA; Rooney Virgin, Director of Government Affairs, OSSBA; Kim Bishop, Attorney, OSSBA Join the OSSBA legal team for an informative and fun session to address the myths and legends surrounding board meetings.

Discussion topics will include the role of the public, the difference between the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Robert’s Rules of Order, and how much notice and detail is required to be on agendas.

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 CareerTech System Fiscal Overview...................................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 301CD Finance Dr. Marcie Mack, State Director, OK Department of Career and Technology Education Participants will be provided an overview of the state, federal, lottery and revolving fund resources that fuel CareerTech’s budget.  The Basics of Activity Funds and Booster Club Sanctioning................................................................................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Room 302A Finance Tony Childers, Attorney, OSSBA This session will provide attendees with a basic overview of activity funds and the laws regulating their use. Further, we will discuss what it means for a booster club to be “sanctioned” and how the sanctioning process affects how activity funds must be handled. This session qualifies for one continuing education credit for treasurers and encumbrance clerks. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  School Finance 101............................................................1:25–2:15 p.m.

Ballroom Finance Dr. Shawn Hime, Executive Director, OSSBA; Dr. Joe Siano, Associate Executive Director, OSSBA Join Dr. Shawn Hime and Dr. Joe Siano to learn the basics of school finance and develop a better understanding of the funding formula and fund limitations.

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall...................................................... 2:15–2:35 p.m.  2022 Emerging Leaders Academy.......................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 101 None Stephanie Hyder, Director of Executive Search Services, OSSBA; Dr. Pam Deering, Executive Director, CCOSA and OASA An invitation-only session for the ELA Class of 2022. A time to network and discuss this year’s program.  Ensuring DEI is a Movement, Not Just a Moment...................................................................Part 2 of 2; 2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 201 Ethics Nick Migliorino, Superintendent, Norman Public Schools; Stephanie Williams, Executive Director Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Norman Public Schools If not now, when? There is not a more needed time to prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion in school districts. It is essential to 21

achieving educational and academic excellence. More importantly, equity work elevates ALL students. You must have awareness, acknowledgment, and action. In this session you will learn about the journey that Norman Public Schools is on to create a more inclusive, equitable, and welcoming community for all. We will discuss strategies around professional development, culturally responsive curriculum and instruction, marketing and recruitment, and policy that you can take back and apply in your district. If you are ready to start your journey, this session is for you! This is a continuation of the 1:25 p.m. session.  Student Transfers: The Nuts and Bolts of New Transfer Laws.............................................................................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 202 Ethics Dr. Shawn Hime, Executive Director, OSSBA; Rooney Virgin, Director of Government Affairs, OSSBA Join Dr. Shawn Hime and Rooney Virgin for an in-depth update on changes to student transfer laws for traditional public school, charter school and virtual charter school students.

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 Flexible Learning -Maximizing Parent & Student Options........................................................................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 203 Ethics Kevin Hime, Superintendent, Lawton Public Schools; Dr. Jason James, Assistant Superintendent, Lawton Public Schools Lawton Public Schools developed multiple learning platforms which created 100% personalized learning flexibility for our parents and students. LPS was recognized by the Oklahoma State Board of Education and Oklahoma School Choice advocates as having created the best options for students to learn during a pandemic. Come listen as traditional, virtual, and blended options work together to create the ultimate learning experience for your students.  From Planning to Election Day: How Two Districts Transformed Facilities for Students................................................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 204 Ethics Dr. Joe Siano, Associate Executive Director, OSSBA When communities invest in schools, they invest in their students and in the future. Whether your district needs a few improvements or a complete overhaul of facilities, it takes a solid plan and team to get the job done. Listen as representatives from Norman Public Schools and Clinton Public Schools discuss their capital investment planning journeys – from identifying facility needs to gaining community involvement and support.  Board’s Role in Employment................................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 205AB Ethics Kim Bishop, Attorney, OSSBA; Tony Childers, Attorney, OSSBA; Brandon Carey, Attorney, OSSBA OSSBA’s employment services team will discuss due process for school employees and the board of education’s role in that process.  Maximizing the Impact of ESSER Funds for Oklahoma Students: Innovative Ideas.........................................................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 206AB Finance Kathy Dunn, Director of Professional Learning for State and Federal Programs, CCOSA Planning out the ESSER spending timeline over the next three years is important to maximize the impact of the funds. Review the ESSER grant requirements and discover innovative ESSER projects that will benefit students for years to come. A portion of the session will focus on the nuts and bolts of construction projects in ESSER funds.

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 How Schools Are Funded 101.............................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 207AB Finance Jason Johnson, CFO and CTO, Pryor Public Schools A high-level overview of the Oklahoma state aid formula. Topics will include the Average Daily Membership (ADM), weights, Average Daily Attendance (ADA), chargeables, dedicated revenue and efficacy. A brief discussion of the recent change in law to remove the two-year look back for ADM and the increase in cash balance allowances will be included. This session qualifies for one continuing education credit for treasurers and encumbrance clerks. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  Creative Innovations and Positive Outcomes During the Pandemic.............................................................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 208A Ethics Lara Morris, Health Sciences Program Manager, Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education; Paxton Cavin, BPA and DECA State Advisor, Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education; Justin Siler, Adult and Career Development Coordinator, Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education; Shelley Free, Superintendent, Kiamichi Technology Center; Wes Hess, Instructor, Canadian Valley Technology Center Please join us in this session as we share innovative programs and

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Learn how CareerTech educators provided leadership to students and stakeholders during unprecedented times.  Leveraging E-rate for Post-COVID19 Learning...................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 208B Finance Riley Harpole, Director of E-rate; Kellogg & Sovereign Consulting; Christina Bailey, Account Manager, Kellogg & Sovereign Consulting Plan to attend this session to join E-Rate Experts Riley Harpole and Christina Bailey from Kellogg & Sovereign Consulting for an in-depth discussion on how to leverage E-rate to support your post-COVID-19 learning environment. Learn what other districts are doing across the state to connect their students and address CIPA compliance. Our team will dive into the latest C2 funding rules and how to maximize your budget while upgrading your network for Fall 2022.  Creative Activities to Promote Mastery of Learning..................................................................Part 2 of 2; 2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 209AB Ethics Dr. Kate Kemker, Apple K12 Market Segment Leadership Executive; Anne Beck, Digital Governance Specialist, OSSBA Creativity leads to better problem solving and lives at the top of the Depth of Knowledge. Allowing learners to be creative helps build strong thinking skills for deeper learning. The Oklahoma Library of Digital Resources (OKLDR) is a collection of creative activities to demonstrate students understanding of Oklahoma Academic Standards. Join district leadership on how they are empowering educators to develop students’ evidence of understanding (mastery) of the state standards. This is a continuation of the 1:25 p.m. session.  Engaging Your School Foundation in Advocacy: How your School Foundation can be a Powerful Ally and Voice for your District Priorities......................................................................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 301CD Ethics Jennifer Seal, Executive Director, Putnam City Schools Foundation; Clayton Ramick, Executive Director, Moore Public Schools Foundation; Erika Wright, President, Noble Public Schools Foundation; Katy Leffel, Director Oklahoma School Foundations Network, OK Foundation for Excellence From convening important community conversations to talking with legislators, learn how school foundations can be an important voice in advocating on behalf of the district, teachers and students they serve. Hear from school foundation leaders on the ways they engage the community to raise awareness and impact important issues. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.

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 Understanding Trauma in the Classroom......................2:35–3:25 p.m.

Room 302A Ethics Dr. Kaylin Coody, Associate Director, OK Schools Advisory Council This session will review definitions, symptoms, identification and interventions of trauma for board members to have a better understanding of their students and staff during difficult situations.  The Basics of The Oklahoma Open Meeting Act..............2:35–3:25 p.m.

Ballroom Open Meeting Act Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA Join Julie Miller for a basic understanding of the requirements to follow to ensure that your school board meetings comply with the legal requirements of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. This session is designed for newer board members and minutes clerks. This session repeats 12:30-1:20 p.m. Saturday. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall...................................................... 3:25–3:45 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Closes.............................................................................. 3:45 p.m.

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 Developing Managers into Leaders....................................3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 203 Ethics Cordell Ehrich, Assistant Superintendent, Mid-Del Public Schools; Dr. Jason Perez, former Deputy Superintendent Mid-Del Schools and current Deer Creek Superintendent Sharing the ways in which Mid-Del Schools builds instructional leaders! This session will cover the planning and why behind our decision, the plan we implemented, and the results we are seeing.

This session is a great way to gather ideas to help your administrators grow and reach their full potential.  Voices of Equity..................................................................3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 204 Ethics Cecilia Robinson-Woods, Superintendent, Millwood Public Schools Students from around the state join together to discuss what equity means to them and their community. Through the examination of current events and concerns regarding equity in schools, students will lend their voice to describe how it directly affects them. Moderated

by Cecilia Robinson Woods, Superintendent of Millwood Public Schools in Oklahoma City, they will highlight what it feels like to be a student of an underserved population in public schools during this time period in America.  Board Member Recordkeeping and Minutes Gone Wrong...............................................................3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 205AB Ethics Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA; Rooney Virgin, Director of Government Affairs, OSSBA Join Rooney Virgin and Julie Miller for a discussion of the records that are required to be maintained for school board members. Discussion will include information on training credits, financial disclosure forms, and contract information. This session will also include a discussion of minutes gone wrong. The group will work together to try to “fix” the problematic minutes. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  Digital Governance: Moving School Board Members into the Technology Age...................................................................3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 206AB Ethics Anne Beck, Digital Governance Specialist, OSSBA Tablets and laptops are increasingly replacing textbooks and other traditional instructional tools. So why are board members still relying on stacks of paper to govern? Come learn how school boards, administrators and minutes clerks can streamline the work of board 27

meeting preparation with Assemble Meetings, OSSBA’s paperless meeting service. You’ll get answers to frequently asked questions about moving from paper to paperless governance and hear from Assemble users about how the system has changed the way their board does business!  School Finance Law and Accounting.................................3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 207AB Finance Jason Johnson, CFO and CTO, Pryor Public Schools A high-level overview of laws and regulations governing public school finance in Oklahoma. Topics will include the discussion of Fund Accounting, the Oklahoma Cost Accounting System, and the regulatory basis of an audit. In addition, a brief discussion of nonpayable warrants will be included. This session qualifies for one continuing education credit for treasurers and encumbrance clerks.

This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  Extra Credit: Leveraging Newly Approved Tax Credits to Raise Private Funds for Your District and Foundation........3:45–4:35 p.m.

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Dr. Shawn Hime, Executive Director, OSSBA; Dr. Joe Siano, Associate Executive Director, OSSBA; Tony Childers, Attorney, OSSBA; Katy Leffel, Director Oklahoma School Foundations Network, OK Foundation for Excellence Oklahoma school districts and local education foundations have a new opportunity to increase support for students and teachers thanks to a legislative change that takes effect this fall. This session will provide detailed information to districts and school foundations about the law allowing millions of dollars in newly available tax credits for donations to districts and local education foundations.

We’ll also provide recommendations on how to best leverage this new opportunity to build more community support for students and teachers in your district. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  School Board Member Roles and Responsibilities............3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 209AB Ethics Dr. Ann Caine, Director of Education Leadership, OSSBA This session is perfect for new board members who are wondering by now, “What am I supposed to be doing as a board member?”

This is also a great session for veteran board members who want a refresher on their role in the district.  It’s an Emergency! Providing Support to New Teachers.............................................................................3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 301CD Ethics Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Director of Member Engagement, OSSBA It’s been nearly a decade since the teacher shortage began, and gone are the days when “new teacher orientation” can be one size fits all.

Listen as a panel of school administrators from Enid, Shawnee and Newcastle share how they are preparing their newest team members to be successful in the classroom, whether they were traditionally trained in education or just granted emergency certificates. Get best practice tips and practical take-aways to make this school year as smooth as possible for your new hires.  Laser Scanning & 3D Reference Models for Schools.........3:45–4:35 p.m.

Room 302A Ethics Socrates Lazaridis, Vice President, Renaissance Architecture, LLC; Andrew Brister, Director of Operations, GreenLight 360, LLC This presentation will focus on the use of 3D laser scanning technology to create digital building models of new and existing school buildings and facilities. We’ll discuss how the digital models can be used by school districts to capture construction progress 29

and maintain digital records of existing buildings and facilities for organized archiving and efficient facility maintenance and operations.

We’ll identify different tools and methods we employ to provide this accurate and highly usable documentation.

Career Tech Forum, OkATCE and OSSBA Region 15 meeting....4:45–7 p.m.

Room 301AB Ethics Dr. Shawn Hime, Executive Director, OSSBA; Dr. Marcie Mack, State Director, OK Department of Career and Technology Education; Skye McNiel, Executive Director, OkACTE All Career Tech members and OSSBA Region 15 board members are invited to attend the forum and meeting. Doors will open at 4:30.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 28 Check In and Exhibit Hall Open......................................................... 7:30 a.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided).................................. 7:30–8:30 a.m.

ACA (Association of Christian Administrators)......................7:30–8:30 a.m.

Room 201 None Derald Glover, Assistant Executive Director, OASA The Association of Christian Administrators invites all administrators and board members to join them for fellowship and encouragement to help start the new school year on a positive note.  Neutral Grounds: Faith in the Classroom.......................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 201 Ethics Tony Childers, Attorney, OSSBA This session will discuss the bounds of the First Amendment Establishment Clause and will discuss recent developments affecting schools.  Principal Coaching: Supporting and Sustaining Leaders........................................................................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 202 Ethics William Parker, Executive Director, OASSP/OMLEA; Glen Abshere, Executive Director, OAESP Supporting principals is as important as supporting teachers in maintaining strong instructional outcomes for students. In this session, participants will: discuss findings from a CCOSA survey on principal turnover and sustainability and explore several factors 30

contributing to national and statewide trends among principal practices and interests. Learn ways that principal coaching and mentorship programs can help support and sustain newer principals.

Attend this session to discover takeaways for stronger practice and growth for principals both personally and professionally.  Policymaking in the Modern Era......................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 203 Ethics Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA; Brandon Carey, Attorney, OSSBA Join Brandon Carey and Julie Miller as they discuss policymaking. This session will include information on creating, revising, and rescinding policies. The most important role of a school board member is engaging as a policymaking entity. Come to this session to find out how you can best fulfill the duties of a school board member.  The Art of School Boarding..................................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 205AB Ethics Dr. Ann Caine, Director of Education Leadership, OSSBA Being a school board member is one of the most important jobs a person can hold. It’s not easy, but it is so rewarding. School board members impact every student and every employee in the district.

Come join in an interactive session about the “art” of serving as a school board member, and leave with a deeper understanding of the importance of thoughtfulness, tact and the process of building relationships.  Building a Diverse Teacher Workforce...............................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 206AB Ethics Sean McDaniel, Superintendent, OKC Public Schools; Mary Mélon, CEO and President, Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools Recruiting, developing and retaining excellent teachers is always the goal for OKCPS. Added to that is the additional need to recruit bilingual teachers to support our large population of English Language Learners, as well as teachers of color to support our majority-minority student population in general. Studies prove that student outcomes are higher when they have teachers that look like them, so OKCPS works with our Foundation for OKCPS to grow our own teachers by providing college tuition, fees and books for bilingual paraprofessionals and paraprofessionals of color.

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 Esports as a Tool for Recruitment, Retention, and Relevance............................................................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 207AB Ethics Heath Tate, Principal Architect and Partner, MA+ Architecture; Joshua Engle, Dean of Students, Southwestern Oklahoma State University; Robert Howard, Project Manager, Cory’s Audio Visual With the ever advancing strides of technology and high-speed internet connections, esports has become a world-wide billion dollar industry. Professional esports teams from around the world gather in packed arenas to compete for glory and millions in prize money.

Over the past decade, the esports phenomena has made its way into the Oklahoma community. Universities and colleges across the state have started competitive esports teams, developed scholarships programs to attract skilled gamers, and built competition arenas to share the excitement with their communities. Never has there been a better time for Oklahoma’s high schools to start developing their own competitive esports programs. Our exciting presentation will introduce you to the brave new world of esports and provide you with the knowledge and resources to launch your own successful esports program.  Improving Your School District Food Service Program....8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 208A Ethics Dr. James Haley, Business Development Associate, Opaa! Food Management Company; Kat Divelbiss, Director of Nutrition Outreach, Opaa! Food Management Company In this presentation, learn how Opaa! can partner with your school district to improve student and staff participation, keep your district compliant with state and federal regulations and improve your district’s bottom line financially. Opaa! has been serving K-8/K-12 school districts exclusively since 1978 and currently partners with approximately 300 school districts in Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois.  Improving Support Employee Service While Reducing Headcount.................................................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 208B Ethics Chuck McCauley, Superintendent, Bartlesville Public Schools; Dr. Stephanie Curtis, Executive Director of Personnel and School Support, Bartlesville Public Schools Bartlesville Public Schools outsourced our school-age care, custodians, maintenance, lawn care, and child nutrition departments over a five-year period. Those changes reduced our number of support employees by over 50%. We will share our journey and lessons learned.

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 Human Resources - Q & A...................................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 209AB Ethics Kim Bishop, Attorney, OSSBA This roundtable discussion will feature superintendents, HR personnel, and administrators dealing with HR issues. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  Investing in Students and the Future: Facility Planning for Schools..................................................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 301AB Ethics Dr. Joe Siano, Associate Executive Director, OSSBA; Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Director of Member Engagement, OSSBA; Adam Rogers, Director of Technology Services, OSSBA; Danny Jardine, Director of Facility Services, OSSBA Capital investment planning is an ongoing effort and part of the strategic planning process, where board members, school leaders, faculty, staff and community members work together to align facilities with their educational vision for students. Join us as we discuss how to develop and successfully communicate a comprehensive capital investment plan that will garner support from local voters and transform education for your students.  Continuous Strategic Improvement (CSI) Networking Session...................................................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Room 301CD None Stephanie Hyder, Director of Executive Search Services, OSSBA; Sharon Dean, Associate Director of College and Career Readiness, K20 Center, University of Oklahoma; Tracy Felan, Director of Professional Partnerships, K20 Center, University of Oklahoma An invitation-only session for districts that have engaged in CSI. District leadership teams will engage in discussion with other district leaders regarding the implementation of their CSI plan.  2021 Legislative Session in Review.....................................8:30–9:20 a.m.

Ballroom Ethics Rooney Virgin, Director of Government Affairs, OSSBA Review legislation passed during the 2021 session of the Oklahoma legislature.

Break and Visit Exhibit Hall (coffee and pastries provided)............. 9:20–10:10 a.m.

Student Performance................................................................... 9:30–10 a.m.

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 2021 Legislation and Student Equity................................10:10–11 a.m.

Room 201 Ethics Brandon Carey, Attorney, OSSBA The 2021 legislative session included bills on many topics, and student equity was no exception. What bills from this recent session might impact student equity, and what do these bills mean for board members, school leaders, teachers, and students?  Speech Beyond the Schoolhouse Gate: Free Speech in a Digital Age....................................................................................10:10–11 a.m.

Room 203 Ethics Tony Childers, Attorney, OSSBA This session will provide a brief overview of the Free Speech Clause of the First Amendment with a focus on student and employee speech which occurs online and outside of regular school hours.  Life Ready Graduates.............................................................10:10–11 a.m.

Room 205AB Ethics Kevin Hime, Superintendent, Lawton Public Schools; Dr. Jason James, Assistant Superintendent, Lawton Public Schools Lawton Public Schools works to create life ready graduates through a variety of programs, procedures, and policies that are available to all Oklahoma schools. Life readiness is defined as having students with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and experiences necessary to meet the challenges of life after high school. Lawton’s collaboration with Cameron University, Great Plains Technology Center, local businesses, and the military allows LPS graduates to succeed in postsecondary careers.  Reimagining School Policing.................................................10:10–11 a.m.

Room 206AB Ethics Jeffrey Yarbrough, Chief of Police, Round Rock ISD Police Department, Texas This session covers the Four Pillars of School Policing created in Round Rock ISD (Texas) that creates the highest levels of student safety, equity, and success. The Four Pillars are Safety & Security, Equity, Behavioral Health (social workers inside the police department), and Student Advocacy. The model is a holistic approach to school safety that uses police and social workers to create positive and safe schools environments and provides equitable opportunities for students to succeed.

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 Documentation and Difficult Discussions: How to Deal with Tough Personnel Issues...................................................10:10–11 a.m.

Room 207AB Ethics Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Director of Member Engagement, OSSBA; Kim Bishop, Attorney, OSSBA School leaders must provide the best environment possible for students. Sometimes that means staff members must be coached up, corrected or counseled by administrators when they are less than effective in their positions. During this session, a school law attorney will walk you through the do’s and don’ts of complex personnel issues. A school HR professional also will be on-hand with practical experience and advice about the conversations that may take place during these tough situations. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.  Continuous Strategic Improvement (CSI) – The OSSBA and K20 Center Model............................................................................................10:10–11 a.m.

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Associate Director of College and Career Readiness, K20 Center, University of Oklahoma; Tracy Felan, Director of Professional Partnerships, K20 Center, University of Oklahoma Schools can’t and won’t achieve community expectations – and make children’s hopes and dreams become reality – by accident. School districts need a vision for the future and a plan to get there. We can help. Join us to gain information and insight into this stakeholderdriven process through the eyes of the superintendents, board members, and various stakeholders that participated in CSI.  Continuity in Learning (And How to Get There)..............10:10–11 a.m.

Room 209AB Ethics Dr. Kate Kemker, Apple K12 Market Segment Leadership Executive Technology is the backbone of district planning. It helps provide continuity in teaching and learning across a range of environments and conditions outside the district’s control. As district leadership take this opportunity to build a plan for designing the future of schools in Oklahoma, Apple is here to support with resources, and guidance. Join the Apple team and district leaders on strategies around total cost of ownership, operations, capacity, team, community, finance and measure.  Shapeshifter: Transforming Your School Culture..............10:10–11 a.m.

Room 301AB Ethics Jerrod Murr, CEO and Owner, Paradigm Shift Education; Jarod Mendenhall, Superintendent, Muskogee Public Schools; Bryan Harris, Partner Care Representative, Paradigm Shift Education From school bonds to student houses, Muskogee leadership is tackling the difficult challenge of reshaping a school’s culture. In this workshop, we discuss the strategies used to redefine a school’s identity. The partnership between MHS and Paradigm Shift will illustrate both the long-term ideas, and immediate actions used to engage student leaders and staff. We all have goals for our school culture. This workshop is about achieving them in pragmatic ways.  Providing On-Going Feedback to Your Superintendent Through the Evaluation Process...............................................................10:10–11 a.m.

Room 301CD Ethics Dr. Ann Caine, Director of Education Leadership, OSSBA Five years ago, OSSBA created a new, ongoing superintendent evaluation tool. Come hear from a panel of board presidents/ superintendents who are using the tool. Learn how this type of evaluation process has improved communication, collaboration and trust between the board members and superintendent.

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 2021 OSSBA Delegate Assembly...........................................10:10–11 a.m.

Ballroom Ethics Rooney Virgin, Director of Government Affairs, OSSBA; Mike Ray, OSSBA Board of Directors President, Guymon Public Schools; Glen Cosper, OSSBA Board of Directors, Moore-Norman Technology Center Board; Dr. Shawn Hime, Executive Director, OSSBA OSSBA member districts will decide the upcoming legislation agenda, discuss and vote on OSSBA membership dues structure and select the OSSBA Board of Directors officers. All are welcome; only one voting delegate per district; must be a school board member.

Lunch and Visit Exhibit Hall...............................................11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Closes............................................................................ 12:30 p.m.  Anchored in Equity: Using a Framework to Address Root Causes..........................................................Part 1 of 2; 12:30–1:20 p.m.

Room 201 Ethics Dr. Marsha Herron, Chief of Equity and Student Supports, OKC Public Schools; Ronald Grant, Director of School Programming, OKC Public Schools; Armisha Harrison, Director of Mental Health, OKC Public Schools; Tracy Alvarez, Attendance Advocacy Coordinator, OKC Public Schools; Valerie Butler-McDaniel, Lead Social Worker, OKC Public Schools In this session, attendees will learn about a 10-dimensional framework for educational equity and how one district uses the model to address root causes. Often behaviors in children are a manifestation of external experiences. Attendees will hear how departments and community partners collaborate to provide wraparound services to students and families to proactively reduce disciplinary occurrences. Attendees will understand how the model works and what is possible because of the framework. This is a twopart session. Part two begins at 1:35 p.m.  Student First Amendment Rights Update....................12:30–1:20 p.m.

Room 203 Ethics Andrea Kunkel, ODSS Executive Director and General Counsel, CCOSA; Andy Fugitt, General Counsel, Center for Education Law What do student First Amendment rights look like in light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Mahanoy Area School District v. B.L.?  Built for Learning and Innovation: Trends in School Facility Construction................................................................12:30–1:20 p.m.

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Principal Architect and Partner, MA+ Architecture; Angie Clarkson, Interior Designer, LWPB Architecture Facility planning is not about roofs, walls and windows. It’s about creating a school environment that supports quality instruction and programs for students – now and for years to come. Join us as architectural, building and facility management experts discuss the latest trends in school construction and improvements, as well as share ideas for reimagining and transforming facilities to better meet the needs of today’s learners.

Superintendents’ Forum (2021 Legislative and Political Landscape)................................................................................12:30–1:20 p.m.

Room 208A None Dr. Pam Deering, Executive Director, CCOSA; Megan Benn, Consultant, Lobbyist CCOSA; Dr. Jeanene Barnett, Education Policy and Research Analyst, CCOSA What will 2022 hold for legislative challenges? This brief overview will capture the tone of this past legislative session with a broad outlook as we prepare for interim studies, a special session dealing with redistricting, and the 2022 Legislative Session.  Cheyenne’s Talls & Smalls Mentoring & More.............12:30–1:20 p.m.

Room 208B Ethics Whitney Moore, Cheyenne High School Principal, Cheyenne Public Schools; Beverly Woodrome, Catalyst, Mentor4OK Cheyenne Public Schools shares innovative ways to mentor students of all ages starting from the youngest in pre-K to seniors. Developing mentors within a school and creating new ideas for mentoring produce results. Using hands-on activities and cross-curriculum learning expand student knowledge for mentors. Responsibility and relationship-building make mentors positive role models. Other programs are the Principal’s Leadership Council’s Bigs/Littles and the B.E.A.R.S Program. Additional free mentoring resources are available.  Step by Step: A Supervisor’s Guide to FMLA...................12:30–1:20 p.m.

Room 209AB Ethics Tony Childers, Attorney, OSSBA; Kim Bishop, Attorney, OSSBA Join OSSBA staff attorneys Tony Childers and Kim Bishop as they give an overview of the Family Medical Leave Act and takes you, step-bystep, through the timeline of appropriately responding to requests from employees, including appropriately completing required documentation. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.

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 Onboarding the New Superintendent..........................12:30–1:20 p.m.

Room 301AB Ethics Stephanie Hyder, Director of Executive Search Services, OSSBA; Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Director of Member Services, OSSBA District leadership teams will learn strategies designed to solidify the relationship, build trust and boost communication between the board and the new superintendent.  Tales of How School Board Members Survived Last Year!..................................................................................12:30–1:20 p.m.

Room 301CD Ethics Lorrie Bamford, School Board Member, Deer Creek Public Schools; Melissa Abdo, School Board Member, Jenks Public Schools; Suzanne Cannon, School Board Member, Yukon; Dr. Ann Caine, Director of Education Leadership, OSSBA Join three board members as they relive how they survived the pandemic last year. It’s not always “easy” to be a board member and last year proved it! These three board members will talk about their decision-making process throughout the year, and what they did to remain calm and level-headed.

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 The Basics of The Oklahoma Open Meeting Act (Repeat).....................................................................................12:30–1:20 p.m.

Ballroom Open Meeting Act Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA Join Julie Miller for a basic understanding of the requirements to follow to ensure that your school board meetings comply with the legal requirements of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. This session is designed for newer board members and minutes clerks. This session is also held from 2:35-3:25 p.m. Friday.

Break........................................................................................... 1:20–1:35 p.m.  Anchored in Equity: Using a Framework to Address Root Causes............................................................Part 2 of 2; 1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 201 Ethics Dr. Marsha Herron, Chief of Equity and Student Supports, OKC Public Schools; Ronald Grant, Director of School Programming, OKC Public Schools; Armisha Harrison, Director of Mental Health, OKC Public Schools; Tracy Alvarez, Attendance Advocacy Coordinator, OKC Public Schools; Valerie Butler-McDaniel, Lead Social Worker, OKC Public Schools In this session, attendees will learn about a 10-dimensional framework for educational equity and how one district uses the model to address root causes. Often behaviors in children are a manifestation of external experiences. Attendees will hear how departments and community partners collaborate to provide wraparound services to students and families to proactively reduce disciplinary occurrences. Attendees will understand how the model works and what is possible because of the framework. This is a continuation of the 12:30 p.m. session.  Oklahoma Tax Protests – Issues and Solutions.................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 202 Finance Dr. Pam Deering, Executive Director, CCOSA; Derald Glover, Assistant Executive Director, OASA Learn more about Oklahoma tax protest issues impacting local and state revenue and possible legislative solutions.

Halo Smart Sensor - Leveraging modern technology to address everyday problems....................................................................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 203 Ethics Houston Tracy, Business Development Manager, TriCorps Want a healthy and safe school environment? With the Halo Smart Sensor, that is now a reality. Featuring vape and THC detection, chemical and gas detection, aggression detection, air quality 43

monitoring, gunshot detection, vandalism, and trespassing alerts, the Halo Smart Sensor is “The Swiss Army Knife of Detectors.” In our presentation, we will provide helpful information on how the halo smart sensor can make your school more safe and more secure.  The Impact of Hiring the Right Superintendent................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 204 Ethics Stephanie Hyder, Director of Executive Search Services, OSSBA Hiring a superintendent is one of the most important functions of the board of education. During this interactive session learn how district leadership is directly related to student achievement and how OSSBA can help your board navigate the complexities of the search process.  Open Records Game Show...................................................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 206AB Open Meeting Act Rooney Virgin, Director of Government Affairs, OSSBA; Kim Bishop, Attorney, OSSBA Join Kim Bishop and Rooney Virgin as they host a fabulously fun game show to discuss the Oklahoma Open Records Act. This session will cover the legal requirements, policy aspects and practical implications for school districts to consider with regard to the Oklahoma Open Records Act.

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 Extra Credit: What School Board Members and Administrators Need to Know about Tax Credits for Public School Donations......1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 208A Finance Dr. Shawn Hime, Executive Director, OSSBA; Dr. Joe Siano, Associate Executive Director; OSSBA, Tony Childers, Attorney, OSSBA This session will provide detailed information about a new provision in law allowing donors to public schools and public school foundations to receive tax credits. We’ll discuss the roles of the school board and administrators and make recommendations on how to best leverage this new opportunity to build more community support for students and teachers in your district.  YOU’VE BEEN SERVED!: An Overview of Litigation and School Liability...........................................................................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 208B Ethics Andy Fugitt, Attorney, Center for Education Law Join Andy Fugitt, a partner and litigator with the Center for Education Law, as he provides attendees with an overview of the litigation process from the filing of a lawsuit all the way through trial. Listen along the way for answers to common concerns about misconceptions about school liability and what being sued really means for you and your district.  Virtual Education Cost Study Commissioned by the Oklahoma Statewide Virtual Charter School Board.................................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 209AB Ethics Dr. Rebecca Wilkinson, Executive Director, Statewide Virtual Charter School Board; Dr. Robert Franklin, President, SVCSB Learn more about the National Association of Charter School Authorizers’ review of state practices for funding full-time virtual charter schools in a study commissioned by SVCSB.  Put Your Best Foot Forward: How to Attract (and Keep!) the Best Employees..................................................................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 301AB Ethics Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Director of Member Engagement, OSSBA Recruiting and retaining quality employees is always a struggle for school districts, especially on the heels of a global pandemic.

Competition is high for the best and brightest education professionals, and districts must think and act strategically to garner their attention. In this breakout session, learn how you can position your district as an employer of choice and gather ideas about “growyour-own” initiatives, creative marketing and unique employment incentives. This specialized learning track session is open to all attendees.

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 Navigating the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 301CD Open Meeting Act Julie Miller, Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel, OSSBA; Dustin Tackett, School Board Member, Caddo-Kiowa Technology Center Join Caddo-Kiowa Technology Center School Board Member Dustin Tackett and OSSBA Deputy Executive Julie Miller in an interactive session which will address the legal requirements, practical application and policy guidance for navigating the requirements of Oklahoma’s Open Meeting Act. Dustin and Julie will provide a legal foundation for the Open Meeting Act and engage in the audience in a discussion of best practices and procedures for school board meetings.  Creating a HOPE Centered SEL Framework for Schools..................................................................................1:35–2:25 p.m.

Room 302A Ethics Carl McKenzie, National Director, Hope Rising SEL; Chan Hellman, Director, Hope Research Center Given the unforeseen circumstances in which we find ourselves today, the idea of SEL (social emotional learning) in schools has become a popular topic. There are many ways to incorporate SEL in schools, but few are placing Hope at the center of it. A nationwide study of over 700,000 students found that only about 45% of students report being hopeful. And that was pre-COVID! Hope is imperative to a student’s success. This session will take a deeper look into what a school with a hope-centered SEL framework would look like.

Break........................................................................................... 2:25–2:40 p.m.

General Session II......................................................................2:40–4:10 p.m.

Ballroom Ethics The closing session of the Education Leadership Conference will feature the Enid High School Band Ensemble under the direction of Robert Anderson.

OSSBA Executive Director Dr. Shawn Hime and CCOSA and OASA Executive Director Dr. Pam Deering will provide state of the association updates and OSSBA and CCOSA award winners will be recognized.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 29

(at the Omni Hotel directly across the street from the Oklahoma City Convention Center)

Join the OSSBA and CCOSA legal teams for a morning of round table discussions on topics of interest to you. Schools will be divided into three rooms according to size of district so that your conversations will be items of interest to those who are similar in school size as you.

Breakfast (Pre-purchased ticket required)....................................... 8–8:45 a.m.

Omni Automobile Alley Room Legal Roundtables Small Districts (2A and smaller, including dependent, and K-8 districts)............................................................9–11 a.m.

Omni Five Moons Room Ethics Legal Roundtables Medium Districts (3A & 4A)...............................9–11 a.m.

Omni Deep Deuce Room Ethics Legal Roundtables Large Districts (5A and larger).........................9–11 a.m.

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2020-2021 AWARDS AND HONORS Distinguished Service Award This award is presented to a current or former school board member who has exhibited distinguished service to his or her school and community during his or her tenure on the school board. Factors considered in the selection include length of service and distinguished acts of service for students, school patrons, the community and the state, as well as service to OSSBA.

Buddy Spencer Leadership Award The Buddy Spencer Leadership Award is presented to one of the All–State School Board members for demonstrated leadership on the local or state level and a dedication to improving his or her boardsmanship.

All–State School Board The OSSBA All–State School Board consists of five of the most outstanding school board members of that year. Considerations for the nominations include demonstrated leadership skills, excellence in boardsmanship, sound decision–making, foresight in planning, consistency in voting, concern for the school system and the taxpayers and a good working relationship with other board members.

Barbara Lynch Community Partner Award This award was created in honor of Barbara Lynch, who served on the Tulsa Technology Board of Education from 1986 to 2003 and was a member of the Oklahoma State School Boards Association Board of Directors from 1993 to 2003. In addition to being a school board member, Barbara was also a community volunteer with the PTA and Boy Scouts and was a parent and vital member of the Broken Arrow community. This award honors her spirit of community engagement and service and goes to a community member or organization that actively supports and works with their local school district to help children and their education, the school system, and the community.

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2020 Distinguished Service Award Larry Hatfield, Maryetta Public Schools Hatfield served on the Maryetta board for 39 years, where he modeled professionalism and respect. He’s frequently seen at events throughout the district, sometimes lending his own music and comedic talents. Hatfield was the driving force behind the establishment of the district’s art program, which has led to national awards for students. His leadership was also instrumental in the district expanding its school campus from four to 65 acres.

2020 All-State School Board and Buddy Spencer Leadership Award Winner Jess Merriott, Stilwell Public Schools Merriott has served 17 years on the Stilwell board, where he is quick to volunteer with any project, has hosted exchange students from Vietnam, Thailand, Brazil, Mexico, Germany and Belgium while they attend Stilwell High School, and helps ensure the district continues to make positive changes on behalf of students. Outside of his school board service, Merriott is active in his local church and mission activities.

2020 All-State School Board Elizabeth Parker, Choctaw-Nicoma Park Public Schools Parker brought a strong education background to her 22-year service on the Choctaw-Nicoma Park school board. She began her teaching career in 1964 and taught in multiple districts throughout Oklahoma.

Following her retirement in 1997, she continued to work and volunteer in various education capacities in districts throughout the Oklahoma City metro area.

She served as a mentor for new board members and has been an active advocate for public schools.

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2020 All-State School Board Patty Lawson, Berryhill Public Schools Lawson is a 16-year member of the Berryhill school board, serving as president, vice president and clerk multiple times throughout her service. Lawson has been a visionary leader for the district, providing leadership in strategic planning and bond issues.

She has also served as the board’s legislative liaison for the last 15 years.

2020 All-State School Board Stan Kline, Northwest Technology Center Kline has served on the Northwest Technology Center board for 14 years and has a long history of public service. He’s a former city council member and mayor in Alva, a former math teacher and served in the Oklahoma National Guard. While on the technology center board, he helped lead expansion of the technology center to serve more students and to develop long-range infrastructure plans. His family also created a scholarship to benefit Northwest students.

2020 All-State School Board Fred Sordahl, Pryor Public Schools Sordahl is a 13-year member of the Pryor school board and has served as president for the majority of his tenure. Over the last decade, he has consistently helped the board through planning and implementation of a series of bond issues worth $150 million. He helped found the Northeast Oklahoma Public Education Alliance, a coalition of board members and educators advocating for the area’s public school districts.

2020 Barbara Lynch Community Partner Award ImpactTulsa, Carlisha Williams Bradley Bridging the gap between the community and its public school district, Impact Tulsa has led a grassroots effort to build a partnership with 51

Tulsa Public Schools to create a pathway to success for every student within the district.

ImpactTulsa has been supporting TPS and other Tulsa County school districts since 2017, expanding access to more student and parent voices, especially those who are economically disadvantaged or English learners. Through a customer service approach, canvassing methods and focus groups, ImpactTulsa was able to help TPS gain a better understanding of its district families’ experiences with their enrollment process and the district as a whole.

The organization was also a vital partner in boosting attendance by working with the district’s data team. The organization’s efforts not only helped increase attendance but provided TPS with a new tool, the Child Equity Index, which examines the impact of neighborhood factors like health, housing, income, crime and access has on students’ academic performance.

2021 Distinguished Service Award Rick George, Waynoka Public Schools George has gone above and beyond for the Waynoka School District and his community ever since he was elected in 1991. Waynoka Public Schools’ growth can also be attributed to George’s work in passing bonds that have helped improve campuses and helped the school obtain new opportunities while providing students with the best facilities and equipment to assist them in obtaining academic goals.

His passion for education has been recognized in his community and in the state with the Oklahoma Education Association Friends of Education award in 2009 and the 2013 Waynoka Citizen of the Year award.

2021 Distinguished Service Award Dr. Max Venard, Moore Norman Technology Center Venard is a loyal representative and strong advocate of the benefits and services Moore Norman Technology Center offers – bringing the district and its community together. He has dedicated much of his life to education as a teacher, parent, student and school board member. During his over 27 years on 52

the MNTC board, Venard has been elected president for five terms.

Venard provided valuable time and critical funding for the formation of the Moore Public Schools Foundation and has seen the positive impact it has had on the district – including helping the district through devastating tornado losses.

2021 All-State School Board and Buddy Spencer Leadership Award Winner Roger Edenborough, Goodwell Public Schools Known in the Goodwell school district and community for his leadership and generosity, Edenborough has served more than a decade on the school board.

His guidance has led to a stronger bond between his fellow board members, and he has been a key voice on issues that make improvements for the district’s student body.

2021 All-State School Board Mark Nichols, Southwest Technology Center Nichols has been on the Southwest Technology Center School Board since 1995. His leadership skills and dedication to ethics has ensured the school board is thorough in furthering improvements and upholding the mission of the district. His penchant for ethics and tremendous leadership skills have bolstered the integrity and advancement of the district and its board.

2021 All-State School Board Billy Gibson, Briggs Public Schools Gibson has served on the Briggs School Board for over 25 years, serving most of those years as its board president. Gibson is known for his steady leadership and has always displayed a vision for the future. He was integral in assisting the passage of the first bond issue the district proposed and has been a key motivator for campus improvements, including the construction of a 500-seat gymnasium and a FEMA-approved storm shelter that also serves as a school cafeteria and kitchen.

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2021 All-State School Board David Paulk, Blanchard Public Schools Paulk has been an integral member of the Blanchard School Board since 1989, dedicating more than two decades to the improvement of his district. He is someone other board members turn to for wisdom and leadership, and he has guided Blanchard through difficult periods, administration changes and budget cuts. With his experience and passion for his district, Paulk has been at the head of many construction projects and has taken great strides to ensure Blanchard’s school campuses are a source of community pride.

2021 All-State School Board Elvia Hernandez, Guymon Public Schools Hernandez’s commitment to the needs of Guymon’s students is evident in her 18 years of service to the school board. Taking the time to speak and engage with students and parents, she has ensured every school board meeting focuses on the future of the district and takes on issues that benefit its students.

Hernandez is known throughout the school district and the Guymon community for being a true leader who is thoughtful, sincere and deliberate in her actions.

2021 Barbara Lynch Community Partner Award Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation

The BPSF has been a crucial part of the funding initiatives for the Bartlesville school district for 35 years. Staying connected to the school and its community, BPSF has been essential to the district’s success. As a liaison for the school, BPSF has been able to communicate, with detailed knowledge, the district’s needs and priorities.

“Our foundation’s consistent and loyal support allows us to give our teachers and students opportunities they would not otherwise have,” Bartlesville Superintendent Chuck McCauley stated. “It reminds our teachers that they are appreciated by our community.”

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BPSF has been integral to identifying financial and volunteer resources, including raising $300,000 in seed money for the expansion of the Bartlesville STEM curriculum, implementing a nocost after-school running and mentoring program for 5th graders and collecting over $65,000 and 11,000 in-kind contributions in 2020 for personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also awards over $50,000 in grants every year to teachers for projects and programs, allowing the district to empower teachers, engage students and enrich its curriculum.

2021 Barbara Lynch Community Partner Award Tilley Trucking, Kimberly Tilley

TO THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE

W W W . B A N C F I R S T. B A N K

Seeing the impact that COVID-19 had on the Empire School District, Kimberly Tilley, owner of Tilley Trucking, donated several items to the HOPE organization. Tilley provided a generous donation that helped buy gifts, shoes, laundry soap, hygiene products and items needed by the district’s students.

“We are not the only rural school she gave to this year,” Empire Public Schools Teacher and HOPE Sponsor Tammy Skiles stated. “We are very fortunate to have her partnering with our community.”

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The National School Boards Association (NSBA) offers many opportunities for education leaders to network and participate in the national conversation about public education. Reserve your seat at an upcoming NSBA Event.

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2022

SEP 16–18

CUBE Annual Conference Atlanta, GA

JAN 22

Equity Symposium East Washington, D.C.

OCT 20–21 & 27–28

COSA Fall School Law Seminar Online

JAN 23–25

Advocacy Institute Washington, D.C.

OCT 22-23

Equity Symposium West Oklahoma City, OK

APR 2–4

NSBA Annual Conference and Exposition San Diego, CA

Connect. Discover. Advocate.

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2021 AWARDS AND HONORS OAESP Principal of the Year

Mark Lea, Principal, Stilwell Elementary School Mr. Lea has been the principal at Stilwell Elementary School for 10 years. He is a member of numerous community organizations and stands out among his peers as an individual ready and willing to do whatever it takes to provide for the needs of not only the children for whom he is charged but for children throughout the county and elsewhere.

OMLEA Middle Level Principal of the Year Laura Bullock, Principal, Idabel Middle School

Mrs. Bullock has been the principal at Idabel Middle School for 10 years and has led efforts to increase student well-being and academic growth. Idabel Middle School utilizes data teams to review formative and summative assessments. They regularly review student and teacher absenteeism and consistently provide learning interventions.

They have doubled efforts on communicating with parents. As a result, student achievement has seen marked improvement during Mrs. Bullock’s tenure.

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OASSP Assistant Principal of the Year

Jennifer Patterson, Assistant Middle School Principal, Dewitt Waller MS, Enid Mrs. Patterson has been the assistant principal of Waller Middle School, part of the Enid Public Schools district, for the past three years. She has helped increase student outcomes by embedding trauma-informed strategies, implementing return-to-learn plans for student discipline, and facilitating professional learning communities.

OASSP High School Principal of the Year Melissa Barlow, Principal, Yukon High School

Mrs. Barlow has been the principal at Yukon High School for the past eight years. She has led efforts to create a sense of belonging for all students and staff. Her longtime efforts have molded one of Oklahoma’s largest high schools into smaller, supportive groups.

ODSS Special Service Award

Dr. Karen Wilson, Special Services Director, Mustang Public Schools Dr. Wilson began her educational career at Mustang Elementary as a kindergarten teacher and has worked for Mustang Public Schools for 34 years. She earned her Ph.D. in 2019 from the University of Oklahoma.

She tracked her progress and long-term outcomes of the first cohort of students from the middle school level into the high school setting and wrote her doctoral dissertation on the subject.

OASA Assistant Superintendent of the Year

Dr. Lisa Muller, Associate Superintendent, Jenks Public Schools Dr. Muller began her professional career as an instructional coach in 1991. She is now the associate superintendent for education services at Pryor Public Schools where she continues to serve today. She served

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as a member of the Baldridge Award Recipient Consortium Leadership Team, the Jenks Public Schools Foundation, and in other professional and community leadership activities.

OASA Superintendent of the Year

Dr. April Grace, Superintendent, Shawnee Public Schools Dr. Grace began her education career as a Norman Public School high school science teacher in 1989.

She has since transitioned through several other positions and became the superintendent of Shawnee Schools in 2016. In addition to her responsibilities as the superintendent of Shawnee Schools, she serves as an adjunct professor teaching new and emerging school leaders.

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OSSBA STAFF Executive Director Dr. Shawn Hime, shawnh@ossba.org Associate Executive Director Dr. Joe Siano, joes@ossba.org Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel Julie L. Miller, juliem@ossba.org Director of Government Affairs Rooney Virgin, rooneyv@ossba.org Staff Attorney Kim Bishop, kimb@ossba.org Staff Attorney Brandon Carey, brandonc@ossba.org Staff Attorney Tony Childers, tonyc@ossba.org Director of Strategic Initiatives and Executive Search Services Stephanie Hyder, stephanieh@ossba.org Director of Education Leadership Dr. Ann L. Caine, annc@ossba.org Chief Financial Officer Martha E. Stewart, marthas@ossba.org Director of Technology Services Adam Rogers, adamr@ossba.org Executive Assistant Mong Chia, mong@ossba.org 60

Director of Communications and Marketing Christy Watson, christyw@ossba.org Director of Member Engagement Amber Graham Fitzgerald, amberf@ossba.org Marketing Coordinator Kelly Ross, kellyr@ossba.org Digital Governance Specialist Anne Beck, anneb@ossba.org Administrative Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Carel, jenniferp@ossba.org Administrative Assistant for Policy Services Arlene Kostura, arlenek@ossba.org Administrative Assistant for Board Development Lisa Deaton, lisad@ossba.org Communications and Marketing Assistant Kaitie Stout, kaitied@ossba.org Legal Assistant Samantha Wilson, samanthaw@ossba.org Legal Assistant Tamara Sage, tamaras@ossba.org Receptionist David Crane, davidc@ossba.org

OSSBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2019-21 President–Mike Ray, Guymon President-Elect–W. Scott Abbott, Fort Gibson First Vice President–Cheryl Lane, Frontier Second Vice President–Joe Don Looney, Pauls Valley Immediate Past President–Ed Tillery, Whitebead NSBA Board of Directors–Dr. Floyd Simon, Jr., Clinton Region 1 Mike Ray, Guymon Roger Edenborough, Goodwell Region 2 Terry Graham, Burlington Wesley Crain, Fargo-Gage Region 3 Judy Throop, Ponca City Cheryl Lane, Frontier Region 4 Mike Mullins, Sand Springs John Croisant, Tulsa Melissa Abdo, Jenks Region 5 Don Tice, Oologah-Talala Rodney Schilt, Adair Region 6 Mark Mann, Oklahoma City Andre Coleman, Millwood Beverly Felton, Little Axe Region 7 John D. Tuttle, Kellyville Rick Gowin, North Rock Creek Region 8 Brenda Barney, Wagoner W. Scott Abbott, Fort Gibson Region 9 Dr. Floyd Simon, Jr., Clinton James Smith, Leedey

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Dr. Dorrie Parrot, El Reno Suzanne Cannon, Yukon Region 11 Jared Turner, Flower Mound Patty Neuwirth, Lawton Region 12 Ed Tillery, Whitebead Joe Don Looney, Pauls Valley Region 13 Roy Justice, Mannsville Mike Mathis, Madill Region 14 Brent Bolen, Idabel Darrell Ward, Denison Region 15 Glen Cosper, Moore Norman Tech. Center Dustin Tackett, Caddo Kiowa Tech. Center

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CCOSA DIRECTORS CCOSA Executive Director OASA Executive Director Dr. Pam Deering, deering@ccosa.org OASA Assistant Executive Director Derald Glover, glover@ccosa.org CCOSA General Counsel ODSS Executive Director Andrea Kunkel, kunkel@ccosa.org OASSP/OMLEA Executive Director Will Parker, parker@ccosa.org OAESP Executive Director Glen Abshere, abshere@ccosa.org Education Policy & Research Analyst Dr. Jeanene Barnett, barnett@ccosa.org Director of Communications & Marketing Elyse Maxwell, maxwell@ccosa.org Federal Programs Director Kathy Dunn, federalprograms@ccosa.org

CCOSA ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES TEAM CCOSA Business Manager Cynda Kolar, cynda@ccosa.org Membership Coordinator and ODSS Executive Assistant Laura Crabtree, laura@ccosa.org CCCOA Executive Committee and OASSP & OMLEA Executive Assistant Charlotte Murphy, charlotte@ccosa.org OAESP Executive Assistant and TLE Coordinator Lynne White, lynne@ccosa.org Communications and Marketing Executive Assistant Holliann Burnett, holliann@ccosa.org 62

2021-22 CCOSA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Melisa Kifer, Chair, ODSS Past President, Stillwater Schools Kyle Reynolds, Vice Chair, OASA President, Woodward Schools Dr. Matt Posey, OASA President-Elect, Bethel Schools David Beiler, OASSP President, Jenks Schools Randy Biggs, OASSP President-Elect, Frederick Schools

2021-22 ODSS OFFICERS Teresa Golden, ODSS President, Kingston Schools

Rachelle English, ODSS President-Elect, Stilwell Schools Melisa Kifer, ODSS Past President, Stillwater Schools Scott McCall, Legislative & Policy Liaison & Metro Leader, Putnam City Schools Andrea Kunkel, Executive Director

Robb Mills, OMLEA President-Elect, Enid Schools

2021-22 OASSP OFFICERS

Kate Creekmore, OMLEA PresidentElect, Bixby Schools

Randy Biggs, President-Elect, Frederick Schools

Ashley Hoggatt, OAESP President, Kirkland Schools

Dusty Throckmorton, Past President, Guthrie Schools

Janalyn Taylor, OAESP President-Elect, Clinton Schools

William Parker, Executive Director

Teresa Golden, ODSS President, Kingston Schools

2021-22 OMLEA OFFICERS

Rachelle English, ODSS President-Elect, Stilwell Schools Dr. Gregg Garn, Higher Education Liaison, Sr. Assoc. Vice Provost of Digital Learning, University of Oklahoma

David Beiler, President, Jenks Schools

Robb Mills, President-Elect, Enid Schools

Kate Creekmore, President-Elect, Bixby Schools Jonathan Atchley, Past President, Norman Schools William Parker, Executive Director

2021-22 OASA OFFICERS

Kyle Reynolds, President, Woodward Schools Dr. Matt Posey, President-Elect, Bethel Schools Kevin Hime, Vice-President, Lawton Schools Dr. April Grace, Past President, Shawnee Schools

2021-22 OAESP OFFICERS

Ashley Hoggatt, President, Putnam City Schools Janalyn Taylor, President-Elect, Clinton Schools Donna Boles, Past President, Clinton Schools Glen Abshere, Executive Director

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