Equips leaders to advocate for public education by influencing policy, funding, and referenda. Covers engagement with legislators and clarifies legal limits to ensure advocacy that is effective, appropriate, and aligned with guidelines.
Builds communication skills in writing, speaking, and listening for school business leaders. Focuses on translating technical data into clear messages, fostering transparency, and using tools like AI to enhance stakeholder engagement.
Learn K-12 employee compensation and benefits: salaried vs. hourly, exempt vs. non-exempt, and best practices for health insurance, WRS, and 403(b). Gain understanding of leave types including sick leave, vacation, PTO, and FMLA.
Covers school security essentials: DOJ safety plan compliance, law enforcement partnerships, access control, cameras, visitor management, and reunification. Equips leaders to build layered systems that protect students, staff, and facilities.
Build skills to manage K-12 grants. Learn to write, administer, and report on federal and state funds like Title and IDEA. Explore compliance, allowable costs, reporting, accountability, and documentation systems to ensure audit readiness.
Align payroll with academic calendars while managing contracts, stipends, workers' comp, and summer pay. Learn benefits reconciliation, risk mitigation, and strategies to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processes.
Learn strategic planning for school business leaders: align financial, operational, and educational goals. Explore SWOT, mission and vision, stakeholder engagement, leadership best practices, and collaboration to build shared ownership and clarity.
Learn school expenditure budgeting: set calendars, roles, and board input. Gain skills in forecasting, salary and benefits modeling, staffing alignment, documenting assumptions, managing timelines, and incorporating the tax levy.
Manage budgets year-round: give monthly updates, conduct quarterly reviews, and use tools like WASB resources. Track spending, spot variances, and support leaders to keep finances transparent, accountable, and aligned with priorities.
Explore emerging trends shaping school operations. Learn how teaching and learning changes impact facilities, and balance innovation with cost, quality, and sustainability.