SupportCon SOUTH Sessions

Tuesday, September 24, 2024


7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. | Registration & Refreshments 


8 a.m. to 8:10 a.m. | Welcome


8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. | Breakout Sessions

Payroll 101

Are you new to payroll or new to working in a school district business office? Join us for a beginner's guide to school district payroll where you will be presented with helpful tips and best practices to get you started. Download Presentation

Speaker:
Carisa Lopez Payroll Coordinator, Comm. Unit Sch. Dist. 300

Policy and Procedure Manual Maintenance

Effective board policies and district administrative procedures are customized, up-to-date and in alignment with each other. We'll start with the basics and move into expert level topics so you can stay on top of updates to these manuals in your district. Download Presenation

Speaker:
John Fines Director, Policy Services, Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB)


9:25 a.m. to 10:25 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

Internal Controls from PO to Payments

Purchasing internal controls may not be glamorous, but they are essential for protecting assets and staff. Considerations for districts both small and large will be discussed.

Speakers:
Ivy Fleming Asst. Supt./Finance & Operations, Fremont SD 79
Nicole Hansen Accounting Supervisor, Mundelein CHSD 120

School Business 101 — Revenues & Expenditures

New to the world of school business? This session will introduce revenues and expense classifications within a school district. Download Presentation

Speakers:
Mike Curry Chief Operations Office, Decatur SD 61
Linda Matkowski Chief Financial Officer, Champaign CUSD 4
Heather Smith Chief School Business Official, Mahomet-Seymour CSD 3


10:35 a.m. to 11:35 a.m. | Breakout Sessions

Ask the Business Office

Take part in a Q&A session regarding business office procedures. Panelists will discuss best practices to weed out overspending, prevent fraud and improve overall operations. From workflow and activity funds to timeclocks and inventory — Ask the Business Office your questions! Download Presentation

Speakers:
Heather DeNeve Business Manager, Carlinville CUSD 1
Lori Niemeier Chief School Business Official, Comm. Unit Sch. Dist. 16
Crista Rigg Business Manager, West Prairie CSD 103

HR 101

Delve into fundamental aspects of the Human Resources role. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in HR, this session will equip you with essential knowledge and skills to excel in your role. Download Presentation
Speaker:

Lindsay Jonas Dir./Professional Development, IL Association of School Personnel Administrators (IASPA)

11:35 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. | Lunch & Networking


12:50 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

Workers' Compensation Essentials

Through this Workers’ Compensation Essentials session, participants will understand the importance of Workers’ Compensation, how to implement cost containment strategies, learn pre- and post-incident Loss Control strategies, know how to support workers through a Return-to-Work program, and recognize Workers’ Compensation fraud red flags. Download Presentation
Speaker:

Nino Gallini, ARM President, Unland Insurance & Benefits

Using Technologies for Efficiencies in the HR Office

Engage in strategies which examine current HR processes to identify opportunities for creating and implementing efficient operations of departmental tasks. The presenter will share successful strategies and instruct participants on how to create and implement similar strategies in their respective districts to maximize efficiency and productivity. Download Presentation

Speaker:
Lindsay Jonas Dir./Professional Development, IL Association of School Personnel Administrators (IASPA)


2 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

Navigating the ISBE Website

IASA Compliance Plus Consultants Cheryl Graff and Robert Wolfe will provide participants with information regarding the navigation of the ISBE website. Download Presentation
Speakers:

Cheryl Graff Regional Superintendent,  IASA Compliance Plus
Robert Wolfe Chief Financial Officer,  IASA Compliance Plus

School Board Insights: Understanding & Communicating with the Board of Education

Gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the school board, the election process and the unique work of the Board of Education and Superintendent "Team of Eight." Download Presentation

Speaker:
Lori Grant Associate Executive Director of Outreach, Training & Events, Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB)