May 6 - 8, 2015
Spokane Convention Center Spokane, Washington
Register online at www.wasbo.org
16 CPE/ Clock Hours
Available
Washington Association of School Business Officials
71st Annual Conference
Leaders in School Business
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Conference Information and Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
Conference Highlights: Pre-Conference, General Sessions, Special Workshops . . . . . . . 5 - 7
Tentative Conference Schedule-at-a-Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Scheduled Conference Breakout Workshop Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 10
Hotel Accommodations in Spokane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Spokane Convention Center: Map with Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Conference Registration and Membership Dues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
WASBO’s 71st Annual ConferenceMay 6 - 8, 2015
Spokane Convention Center
Washington Association of School Business Officials
presents
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A total of 16 Clock Hours and CPE credits will be available for the entire conference, including the Pre-Conference, the first two General Sessions and all conference workshops .
Clock Hours and CPE Credits
Conference App — NEW!We are excited to announce that we have contracted with DoubleDutch to provide our attendees with a conference app .
The app is designed to enhance your event experience and enables you to:•Easily access important event information, such as:•
•completeschedule, •workshopinformation,and •venuemaps.
Track workshop and session attendance for clock hours and CPE credits .•Share your event experience with others by checking into sessions, meeting areas, and exhibitor •booths .See what is most popular with your fellow attendees .•Expand your professional network and have fun! The app provides an easy way to connect with •fellow attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors during the event .
networking Social and Exhibitor grand OpeningWednesday May 6, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Join us for a fun-filled evening of hospitality at the Networking Social and Exhibitor Grand Opening . This will be a great opportunity to renew old friendships, make new acquaintances and visit with our exhibitors . Light appetizers will be served .
Scholarship Bucket Rafflethursday May 7, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
This year we are again offering a Scholarship Bucket Raffle . All raffle proceeds go toward our WASBO Scholarship Program . Purchase your $1 .00 raffle tickets at the conference registration desk . The raffle will run on Thursday only from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm .
Conference Events
The materials that we receive from the presenters will be available on the WASBO website for download or on the WASBO Conference App . A link to the presentations will be sent to all participants by email before the conference .
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Past President’s Receptionthursday May 7, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Join your colleagues and friends for an evening of socializing .Appetizers will be served .
Exhibit ScheduleWednesday May 6, The Exhibits Grand Opening will be open at 6:00 pm in conjunction with the Wednesday Night Networking Social .
thursday May 7, the exhibits will be open from 8:00 am - 5:30 pm . Prize Patrol at 5:00!
Dual Walk/Run EventWednesday May 6, 5:00 pm
River/Bridge Run or Walk/Scavenger Hunt – Come join us for a fun afternoon walk or run to explore Riverfront Park and the bridges of Spokane! The afternoon event offers two options:
1) Walkers ~ a 1 .5 mile walk/scavenger hunt through Riverfront Park 2) Runners ~ enjoy a 3 .6 mile loop through Riverfront Park and along the river by Gonzaga .
Lace up your walking or running shoes, partner with colleagues and friends and meet us by the Astronaut outside the convention center at 5:00 pm on Wednesday to pick up your map and clues for the hunt . This dual option event provides everyone an opportunity to explore the park and get some fresh-air .
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Conference Service Project The Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery is an extraordinary place .
It provides a safe, short-term respite (from a few hours up to three days) for all family members . For children, it provides a haven of unconditional love and attention from adults whose only hope is to create lifetime memories of security . For parents who are overwhelmed and lack support, it’s a breath of fresh air and helps eliminate tremendous burdens . Parenting classes are also offered to family members .
Named in memory of Vanessa Kay Behan, a Spokane girl who died of child abuse related injuries at the age of two, we’re committed to preventing her story from happening again . Since opening our doors in 1987, we’ve cared for over 81,100 children and been a life-line of support and hope to every single parent .
This impact is completely funded by the support and generosity of committed champions who believe that keeping kids safe and strengthening families results in a more vibrant community for everyone .
Donation examples include:
formula – all kinds appreciated!Similac Advanced•Similac Isomil•Similac Alimentum•Similac Sensitive•Similac for Spit-up•Enfamil Enfacare•Enfamil Gentlease•Enfamil ProSobee•
gift Cards –Rosauers •Albertsons •
Safeway •WalMart •Costco •Babies ‘R Us •Target •Fred Meyer •Home Depot •Bed, Bath & Beyond•Lowes•
Clothing – New clothing (Birth through size 10, especially sizes 3T and up)
Diapers – Sizes 3,4,5,6; Pull-ups
all sizes; Baby Wipes
Miscellaneous –
Baby and Kids shampoo, •baby wash, towels, washcloths
New bottles and nipples•
Blankets and pillows•
Sunscreen•
Outdoor summer toys•
Children’s swim trunks and •swimsuits
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Conference Highlights
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— COnfEREnCE SESSiOnS —Pre-Conference Wednesday May 6, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dr. frank Buck “get Organized!: the 5 Keys to Organization & time Management”
Who would not like to get more done . . .and make it look easy? This workshop focuses on the 5 ingredients of a total system for managing time and organizing surroundings . Learn to focus on what is important while still handling multiple responsibilities . Clear your desk, put all of your commitments in one place, put your repeating tasks on autopilot, and learn to manage the flood of incoming information .
Frank Buck retired from public education after almost 30 years as a teacher, principal, and central office administrator . As a consultant specializing in organization and time management, he works with school systems and businesses throughout the United States and into Canada .
Dr . Buck served as an editorial advisor for the National Association of Elementary School Principals and has been recognized throughout Alabama as a leader in technology innovation and professional development . He is the author of two books: Get Organized! Time Management for School Leaders and Organization Made Easy!: Tools for Today’s Teachers, both published by Routledge .
The Pre-Conference lunch is included in the registration fee and will be provided for those who register for the pre-conference session.
First General SessionWednesday May 6, 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Murray Banks “Recharge, Re-energize, Refocus: Building Bridges So Our Colleagues And Students Can Be At their Best”
With the school year nearly behind us, and summer in front of us, it is the perfect time to Recharge and Refocus . Our keynote speaker, Murray Banks, has packed his presentation with the inspiration, fun and skills we need to energize our colleagues in bringing a world-class education to all Washington children . You will love his “10/90 Rule” for solving problems
and enhancing meetings . He will help us stay positive and focused with the concept of “What You Focus On, Expands .” He will highlight the importance of taking care of ourselves so we can take care of business . Murray is an honored educator and world champion athlete so you can expect his keynote to model the creativity of his teaching and the focus of his racing .
As an educator, his imaginative and innovative teaching techniques earned him the Vermont Teacher Of The Year and National Outstanding Educator awards . As a coach, Murray turned long time losing programs into perennial State Champions . His business savvy has created a niche as a speaker and trainer for the past 29 years . And as an athlete, he has been one of the top finishers in the Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Hawaii and recently won his third World Championship in skiing .
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2nd General Sessionthursday May 7, 8:30 - 10:30 am
Chris Burton “finding Your Voice: the importance of Effective Communication”
This keynote will focus on essential communication components and decisions to sustain and or facilitate partnering in any problem solving situation . The session will allow attendees to reflect on purposeful communication about “what is said” that is not undermined by “how something is said .”
Chris Burton serves as the Executive Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs for the Issaquah School District . His work in this position is influenced by his 14 years as a high school teacher, and 8 years as a private practice attorney representing school districts at the bargaining table and conducting workplace investigations . Chris spends his free time as an adjunct professor at Seattle University Law School, cheering the Mariners, and listening to the Foo Fighters .
— SPECiAl WORKSHOP SESSiOnS —BMO/Harris Bank PCard Users WorkshopWednesday, May 6, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
If your school district is using the Washington ASBO PCard, come to this valuable seminar about the PCard online management system, Details Online and the interface with your finance system . We will discuss resources and demonstrate tutorials for you to use at your district to enrich your p-Card program . Whether you would like to learn just the basics or if you want to take your program to the next level this session will assist you . We will also discuss developing a procedural manual, how to grow and manage your program and there will be plenty of time for questions, answers and discussion about best practices . If you have 2 cards or 200 cards you don’t want to miss this opportunity for p-Card program enhancement .
Scheduled Presenters: Holly Wallace, Member Relations Specialist, Illinois Association of School Business Officials; David Wintczak, V .P ., Sr . Relationship Mgr . – U .S . Public Sector, Treasury & Payment Solutions, BMO Financial Group/BMO Harris Bank N .A and Sean Schaffer, WSIPC .
A PCard User lunch will be provided for those attending the PCard User Workshop.
Navigating The Future — But The Trouble With The Future Is, It’s Not What It Used To Be!Wednesday May 6, 3:10 - 5:00 pm
Murray BanksIn a rapidly changing world, many schools have an unchanging rhythmical environment… a similar flow
and schedule every day that can lull even the most dedicated educators into the comfort zone . But if we are to Navigate The Future, we need to inspire our colleagues to become agile, responsive and creative in their work… every day . Murray’s breakout will compliment his keynote with four strategies for helping our colleagues overcome “Pyschosclerosis, “ avoid the insidious creep of “G .G .” and work with a sense of inquisitiveness and introspection . You will love his “Lava Lamp Philosophy” for continuous change and improvement
Murray was an innovator in his schools and early on found himself alienated by colleagues who told him “we’ve never done it this way before;” “we don’t do it that way here;” “we tried that years ago and it didn’t work;” and of course, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!” His four tips will help us be inspirational leaders to flex, adapt, create and innovate .
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“Risk Champions — How to say YES to ASB Activities”Wednesday May 6, 3:10 - 5:00 pm
Martin fortin and Mary Sue linvilleJoin us for a lively session exploring the myriad of possibilities to make it safe for people, places, and
things during extracurricular activities .
“The Road to Recovery – Lessons Learned from Newtown and Marysville”thursday May 7, 2:30 - 4:20 pm
Dr. Mary SchoenfeldtPlease join us for a special presentation by Dr . Mary Schoenfeldt, Director of Recovery for Marysville
School District .Dr . Schoenfeldt will provide an in-depth overview of the business side of the recovery process of the
Marysville-Pilchuck High School tragedy on Oct . 24, 2014 as well as the Sandy Hook Elementary school shooting on Dec . 14, 2012 . There are many business implications resulting from this type of crisis and Dr . Schoenfeldt will share how these two communities have approached the recovery process beginning at the school site and tracing the ripple effect on the larger community as a whole . She will address the many different facets of these tragedies with special emphasis on the business impact on the school districts and surrounding community .
“School Safety and Security”friday May 8, 9:10 am - 12:00 pm
Paul timm, PSP How can you make sure your school is effectively providing a safe learning environment?
This presentation will provide you with the tools you need to proactively and holistically approach school safety and security . From current best practices and cost-effective strategies to appropriate stakeholder involvement and the latest emergency response procedures,
attendees will benefit from an interactive environment . Attendees will be equipped to immediately address common security issues, implement site-specific strategies, and access helpful resources .
Paul Timm, President of RETA Security, is a board-certified Physical Security Professional (PSP), the author of School Security: How to Build and Strengthen a School Safety Program, and a nationally acclaimed expert in school security . In addition to conducting numerous vulnerability assessments and his frequent keynote addresses, Paul is an experienced School Crisis Assistance Team volunteer through the National Organization for Victims Assistance (NOVA) . He is certified in Vulnerability Assessment Methodology (VAM) through Sandia National Laboratories and the ALPHAÔ vulnerability assessment methodology . He is also a member of ASIS International’s School Safety & Security Council and the Illinois Association of School Business Officials’ Risk Management Committee . Currently working on his MDiv at Moody Theological Seminary, Paul holds a degree in Speech Communications and a Certificate in Business Administration from the University of Illinois .
Daniel J . Barron-Moreno, student at Henry M . Jackson High School, Everett Public Schools, designed the conference logo to reflect WASBO’s 2015 conference theme, Navigating the Future: Building Bridges for Success.
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Wednesday May 6, 2015 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Conference Registration 9:00 am - Noon Pre-Conference: Dr . Frank Buck
“Get Organized!: The 5 Keys to Organization & Time Management” 9:00 am - Noon BMO/Harris Bank PCard User Workshop 12:00 - 1:00 pm Luncheon for Pre-Conference Attendees 1:00 - 2:45 pm First General Opening Session and Keynote Speaker: Murray Banks
“Recharge, Re-energize, Refocus” 1:00 - 5:00 pm Exhibitors Move In 2:45 - 3:10 pm Refreshment Break 3:10 - 4:00 pm Workshops 4:10 - 5:00 pm Workshops start 5:00 pm River Fun Walk/Run 6:00 - 8:00 pm Networking Reception – Exhibitor Grand Opening
Thursday May 7, 2015 6:30 am - 5:00 pm Registration Desk Open 7:30 - 8:30 am Committee Chair Awards Breakfast (Invitation Only) 7:00 - 8:30 am Breakfast with the Exhibitors 7:45 - 8:30 am Musical Prelude to the Opening Session 8:30- 10:30 am Second General Session & Keynote Speaker: Chris Burton
”Finding Your Voice: The Importance of Effective Communication” 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Exhibits are Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Bucket Raffle 10:30 - 11:00 am Refreshment Break with Exhibitors 11:00 - 11:50 am Workshops 12:10 - 1:20 pm Awards Luncheon 1:30 - 2:20 pm Workshops 2:30 - 3:20 pm Workshops 3:30 - 4:20 pm Workshops 4:30 - 5:30 pm Visit Exhibits and Prize Patrol 5:30 - 7:00 pm Past President’s Reception
Friday May 8, 2015 7:00 am - 1:30 pm Registration Desk is Open 8:00 - 9:00 am Breakfast 9:10 am - 12:00 pm Paul Timm: “School Safety and Security” 9:10 - 10:00 am Workshops 10:10 - 11:00 am Workshops 11:10 - 12:00 pm Workshops 12:00 - 1:00 pm Closing General Session and Luncheon
Conference At-a-glance
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Scheduled Conference Breakout Workshop Sessions
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WEDnESDAY MAY 6, 2015WORKSHOP TITLE
Stress-Free CommunicationEvernote Made EasyRisk Champions: How to say YES to ASB Activities!When Disaster Strikes: A common sense approach to preparing for, preventing and recovering from a disasterPreparing Your Building for Inspection: Fire Inspection Callouts – What You Need to KnowPPR Panel DiscussionPurchasing Question and Answer: Panel DiscussionHealth Care Reform: Considerations for the Business ManagerNavigating the Future: But The Trouble With The Future Is, It’s Not What It Used To Be!
tHuRSDAY MAY 7, 2015WORKSHOP TITLE
Collective BargainingSupervisors in the Age of Social MediaF-196 Year-End Issues and StrategiesSchool Financial Services Update (2014 -2015 School Year)School Apportionment Hot TopicsUniform Grant Guidance – What’s new?SAO Panel DiscussionSmart Snacks in SchoolsPrevailing WageChild Nutrition Program UpdatesCommunity Eligibility Provision, Benefits and Problems – Will it work for you?: Panel Discussion15 Key Questions for Every Public Works ProjectBarely Avoiding Disaster: Procurement and Contracting Lessons Learned from the White House Reconstruction Project During Harry Truman’s PresidencyA Construction Law Perspective on Bidding and Dispute ResolutionA Construction Law Perspective on Architect and Contractor ContractsGet to know your State Retirement Plan SERS/TRS 2, 3 & DCPOn-boarding a New Employee to RetirementYour VEBA Plan Keeps Getting Better!FSA vs HSATracking Variable HoursFERPA BasicsDisaster PreparednessRecords Management 101One to One Student Device Deployment – Considerations and Recommendations: Panel DiscussionManaging New Administrative Obligations from Health Care ReformK-12 Business Manager Tool BoxLegislative Update
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tHuRSDAY MAY 7 continuedFraud Protection, Prevention and Internal ControlsOffice Ergonomics 101403(B) – Top to BottomLessons Learned – Marysville and NewtownInTouch Receipting User Group WorkshopGuide to HHS and DOL Compliance PreparationTechnical Advances in Commercial FlooringDemystifying the Cloud: What to look for in a Cloud-Based SolutionP-Card: Mitigating FraudIntroduction to P-CardsMy School Data
fRiDAY MAY 8, 2015WORKSHOP TITLE
Principles and Tools of a LEAN Organization Culture (as they relate to school districts)School Board Relationships and RequirementsSchool Financial Services Update (2015 - 2016 School Year)Student Transportation Funding under STARSSchool Bus DepreciationThe New Accounts Payable ManualWhat Happens After the Bond Sale?Capital Facilities PlanningASB Fundraising10 Pretty Hard ASB QuestionsDepartment of Revenue UpdatesBetween D10 - D12: Claims and ReimbursementA Geographic (GIS) Approach to Planning for School DistrictsHow to Ensure Predictable Financial Outcomes for Your Next School Bond or LevyBonds and Bond ManagementSchool District Resolution WritingWhat The 1800 Report Can Tell You About Your Child Nutrition ProgramSteps You Can Take To Make Your Food Service Budget BlackThe New Records ManualDealing with Electronic RecordsRecords Management 102 – Reminders and UpdatesVoluntary Compliance with the IRS and SEC for Washington School DebtCEDARS – Why Does It Matter?True Colors: Communicating With People Who Think DifferentlyEmployer Reporting RequirementsThe Power of Account SequencesCreating Reader-Friendly Summary Reports in Budgetary Data MiningTechnology Interfaces that Increase Productivity for Wahington School DistrictsSchool Security featuring Paul TimmLAP
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Hotel Accommodations for the 2015 Annual Conference
WASBO has blocks of rooms available at two hotels .
Please contact these hotels first since we have guaranteed a certain number of reservations . Here is the reservation information:
HOtEl Hilton Doubletree Spokane Red lion Hotel at the ParkThe hotel is completely booked on Tuesday May 5th and Thursday May 7th. They do have rooms available on Wednesday May 6th.
ADDRESS 322 North Spokane Falls Court Spokane, WA 99201
303 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA 99201
RESERVAtiOnS WASBO group web page: http://bit .ly/WASBO2015
https://reservations .redlion .com/ibe/details .aspx?hotelID=13746&langID=1&group=WAAS0505
ROOM RAtES (do not include tax or parking)
$127 Single $127 Double $137 Triple $147 Quad Cut off date: April 8, 2015
$125 Single $125 Double $135 Triple $135 Quad Cut off date: April 9, 2015
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From turns into northbound Division St. Continue north and then turn left onto Spokane Falls Boulevard. Spokane Falls Court to access the Convention Center parking garage.
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Parking garages, surface lots and metered parking total more than 4,400 parking spaces within walking distance of the Convention Center.
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Conference Registration and Membership Dues
Registration for the conference is available online at www.wasbo.org
REgiStRAtiOn fEESMembers
Dues for 2014-15 must be current to register at member rates .
You may purchase a membership at the time of conference registration in order to receive the member registration price .
In most cases, it is most cost effective for an individual to buy a membership than to attend at the non-member rate .
Early Bird – Registration by March 31, 2015
Conference registration fee and membership dues ($175) for current WASBO members – $475 . •
Conference registration fee, membership dues ($175) and ASBO membership dues ($211) for current •WASBO members – $686 .
Regular Registration after March 31, 2015
Conference registration fee and membership dues ($175) for current WASBO members – $550 .•
Conference registration fee, membership dues ($175) and ASBO membership dues ($211) for current •WASBO members – $761 .
non-Members (no early bird fees):
Conference registration fee and membership dues ($175) for non-members – $725 . •
Conference registration fee, membership dues ($175) and ASBO membership dues ($211) for non-•members – $936 .
Membership dues ($175) for the 2015-2016 year are required with registration and are included in the conference registration fees. The membership year runs from July 1 - June 30th . Participation in all professional development and meal functions is included in the registration fees (The Pre-Conference registrations are not included) . Check the website for prices of additional meals .
Pre-Conference fee:
Pre-conference registration (Wednesday, May 6, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm) for WASBO members is $175 . Pre-conference registration for non-members is $200 . These prices include lunch .
Cancellations and Refunds
Partial refunds will be made upon written request prior to April 15th . The refunds are as follows: Pre-Conference – $35, Annual Conference – $125 . Sorry we cannot grant refunds after April 15th . There are no refunds for membership dues that are included in the fees or the registration fees for event no-shows .
