2016 Capital ConferenceOhio School Boards Association

Greater Columbus Convention CenterNov. 13-16, 2016

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In 1956, OSBA hosted its first statewide conference. Since then, hundreds of thousands of public education leaders have enhanced their skills at what has become one of the nation’s premier education conventions — the OSBA Capital Conference and Trade Show. The 61st annual conference, which is expected to draw more than 9,000 attendees, is set for Nov. 13-16 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

I had the opportunity to speak to a leadership class at Wright State University-Lake Campus after traveling around the state for the OSBA spring conferences. After I finished, students discussed the roles of school boards. They concluded that school board members are servant leaders.

Servant leadership isn’t afraid to stay engaged with difficult issues, be it ever-changing funding models, charged political or social issues or criticism from those who would seek to dismantle public education. What drives us is our commitment to the most important asset we have: our children and their future.

How do we remain ready to meet the challenges of servant leadership? We do it through engagement, collaboration and top-quality continuing education, all of which you will find at the 2016 Capital Conference.

The conference offers:l Highly acclaimed keynote speakers bringing their insights and inspiration to the General Sessions, Early Bird Workshop, OSBA Black Caucus dinner and Conference Luncheon.l More than 150 workshops, seminars and learning sessions focusing on the latest challenges facing public education.l The 18th annual Student Achievement Fair, showcasing Ohio’s top student programs and entertainment groups.l The largest education trade exhibition in the nation, filled with all the goods and services school districts need to succeed.l Countless opportunities to network with education leaders from around the state and beyond to share challenges, ideas and solutions.

As a committed continuous learner, I encourage you to join me at the OSBA Capital Conference. Come, get involved, see innovative ideas and share your experiences. Together we can make a difference in public education in Ohio. I look forward to seeing you and your leadership team in November.

Eric K. Germann2016 OSBA presidentBoard member, Lincolnview Local (Van Wert) and Vantage Career Center

Meet the challenges of servant leadership at the 2016 OSBA Capital Conference

For six decades, the OSBA Capital Conference and Trade Show has delivered forward-looking professional development to you and your school management team. It has become a cornerstone for helping create the best possible learning environment for students.

This annual event provides the training, information and resources you need to meet the countless, ever-changing tasks and issues facing Ohio’s public schools. In other words, school board members, administrators and staff must be committed to lifelong learning.

With that focus, the conference — in its 61st year — draws over 9,000 people to Columbus for four days of learning, sharing and fellowship that leave attendees committed to their students, schools and communities.

Expanded learning opportunitiesThe Capital Conference is full of valuable learning options, including inspiring and enlightening keynote speakers and more

than 150 learning sessions, workshops and seminars led by top experts in their fields. The conference is the only professional development event in Ohio aimed at meeting the needs of public school management teams.

This year, a new time slot of learning sessions — the “core curriculum” of the conference — has been added to Monday and Tuesday. Also, four free sessions led by OSBA experts have been added to Sunday afternoon.

Find out what works The Capital Conference brings you countless opportunities to network, share ideas and seek solutions with education leaders

from Ohio and elsewhere. The 18th annual Student Achievement Fair, highlighting the best student programs in the state, will feature 100 booths, as well as student musicians and an art display.

The Trade Show, the largest education-related trade exhibition in the U.S., offers more than 550 vendor booths displaying goods and services your district needs to succeed.

Speakers who engage and inspireThe General Session speakers are actor and activist Ernie Hudson; education advocate Steven Michael Quezada, an award-

winning actor who currently serves as a school board member in New Mexico; and Emmy-winning journalist and TV host Leeza Gibbons.

The Early Bird Workshop opens the conference with Jeff Nischwitz, who has been “waking up” business and association audiences across the country with his messages about conscious leadership. The first Conference Luncheon will bring you together with peers for a collaboration event. Archie Griffin, the former Ohio State University running back and college football’s only two-time Heisman Trophy winner, will speak at the second luncheon. The OSBA Black Caucus dinner will feature Dr. Rodney D. Coates, a professor and director of the Black World Studies program at Miami Univeristy.

A learning experience like no otherWith the numerous challenges facing public school leaders, the Capital Conference is the “must-attend” event of the year. The

lessons it provides will benefit your schools for years to come. The money invested in training will repay itself through increased student achievement and more efficient district operations.

Commit to leading your school district into the future. Be a lifetime learner and register for the Capital Conference today.

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Inspiring General Session speakers

Ernie Hudsonactor, activist

Monday, Nov. 14, 10:15 a.m.Ernie Hudson is considered one of

Hollywood’s iconic working actors, with an impressive list of credits and awards. His body of work includes the films “Ghostbusters,” “Ghostbusters 2,” “Miss Congeniality” and “Miss Congeniality 2,” and TV’s “Law and Order,” “How I Met Your Mother” and the series “Oz.”

His road to fame, however, had its share of hardships. Hudson was raised in the housing projects of Benton Harbor, Mich., in a time when civil rights had a long road ahead. The odds were more in favor of him spending a life in prison than having a successful life in Hollywood. Whether it was reconciling the loss of his mother and the absence of a father, gaining the reputation of being the toughest kid in school, serving in the Marine Corps, attending Yale University, raising his sons as a single father or overcoming racism in the entertainment industry, Hudson was supported first and foremost by his grandmother, who taught him patience and graciousness.

The wisdom Hudson has gained allows him to relate to struggling individuals and communities. He understands the challenges of overcoming seemingly insurmountable problems and inspires others to always persevere.

Monday’s General Session is sponsored by Ennis Britton Co. LPA; Pepple & Waggoner Ltd.; Ross, Sinclaire & Associates LLC; and Walter Haverfield LLP.

Steven Michael Quezadaactor, school board memberTuesday, Nov. 15, 10:15 a.m.When it comes to show business in

the thriving entertainment community of Albuquerque, N.M., Steven Michael Quezada is in a class all his own. An actor, comedian, producer, writer, teacher and humanitarian, Quezada is best known for playing Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Steve Gomez on the award-winning TV show “Breaking Bad,” for which he received a Screen Actors Guild Award. He also has appeared in the films “Blood Brothers,” “Kites” and “Love Ranch” and in TV series such as “Wildfire,” “Crash” and “In Plain Sight.”

Quezada is an education advocate and an elected member of the Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education. He does stand-up comedy and is renowned for his charitable work.

He has raised money for Youth Development Incorporated (YDI) and the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. He also has devoted time to YDI Actors Core, Mi Voz, Elev8 and gang intervention programs sponsored by YDI and has taught acting classes to local kids.

Through his late-night talk show “The After After Party with Steven Michael Quezada,” he has provided on-the-job training for future filmmakers, including students from the Digital Arts & Technology Academy in Albuquerque.

Tuesday’s General Session sponsors are Scott Scriven LLP and Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP.

Leeza GibbonsEmmy-winning journalist, host

Wednesday, Nov. 16, 10:15 a.m.Leeza Gibbons is one of the most

well-known pop-culture icons on the air. In addition to her impressive background in entertainment and news media, she is a New York Times best-selling author and an advocate for health care, wellness and caregiving.

She has served as on-camera host of numerous entertainment news and talk shows ranging from “Entertainment Tonight” to her award-winning daytime talk show, “Leeza.” She now hosts the syndicated TV news magazine show “America Now” and the weekly TV news show “My Generation,” for which she won a Daytime Emmy Award.

Gibbons has become a leading voice for issues facing family caregivers. When her mother and grandmother were struggling with Alzheimer’s disease, she created the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, which runs programs offering free services for family caregivers and encourages them to call on their courage and strength for the long journey ahead.

In 2013, she published “Take 2: Your Guide to Creating Happy Endings and New Beginnings,” a personal growth guide designed to help people hit the reset button on their lives. Her uplifting and positive personality shines through in this New York Times best-seller.

Wednesday’s General Session is sponsored by CompManagement.

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Jeff Nischwitzleadership expertSunday, Nov. 13, 2:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

Jeff Nischwitz is waking up audiences across the country with his messages about conscious leadership and his courageous injection of authenticity, vulnerability and intimate relationships into the business world.

Big in stature and bigger in heart, Nischwitz is leading audiences on a journey of self-awareness and discovery that is transforming organizations, leaders, teams and people. He is the author of two books, including “Unmask: Let Go of Who You’re ‘Supposed’ to Be & Unleash Your True Leader,” a road map for navigating your own personal journey as a leader in your business, career, relationships and life.

Ennis Britton Co. LPA is sponsoring this session. Registration is $100. Board members should notify their treasurer to register.

Tuesday Archie GriffinBuckeye football legend

Archie Griffin is best known for leaving defenders in the dust during his memorable career as a running back for Ohio State University (OSU). Griffin is the only player in college football history to win the

Heisman Trophy twice. He has been praised for not only his football ability but also his outstanding character. He also played with the Cincinnati Bengals for seven years.

He returned to OSU following his playing career, serving as an assistant athletic director and the president and CEO of the Ohio State Alumni Association. Griffin now works as a senior advisor in the university’s Office of Advancement. He understands the importance of nurturing the next generation and is heavily involved in youth sports initiatives.

Capital Conference Luncheons will be held Nov. 14 and 15. Doors open at noon. Registration is $55 per luncheon; contact your treasurer to register. Monday’s sponsor is CompManagement and GradyBenefits. Tuesday’s sponsors are CompManagement Health Systems Inc. and NaviGate Prepared.

Special events offer fresh insightsEarly Bird Workshop Capital Conference Luncheons

Monday Collaboration Connection

This lunch-and-learn is designed to help you collaborate with others on topics that can help you be more effective in your role as a district leader. These small-table discussions will allow for learning and sharing and lead to a deeper understanding in areas of interest or concern. Networking with those who have already tackled perplexing issues will allow for unique individual perspectives to be shared for the collective good.

OSBA Black Caucus dinnerDr. Rodney D. Coatesdirector, Black World Studies program, Miami UniversitySunday, Nov. 13, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.

The OSBA Black Caucus dinner will feature Dr. Rodney D. Coates, a professor and director of the Black World Studies program at Miami University. He specializes in the study of race and ethnic relations, inequality, critical race theory and social justice. He will discuss empowering African-American students through education.

This event raises funds for the Leo Lucas Scholarship, which provides graduating African-American seniors funds for college. Music and networking begin at 6 p.m., with dinner at 6:30 p.m. The cost of the dinner is $70; the reservation deadline is Nov. 4. To register for the dinner, notify your district treasurer or indicate your request on the conference registration form. Registration is required; limited tickets will be sold at the door for $75. Please indicate any special accommodations needed. All conference attendees are invited.

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OSBA Student Achievement FairThe Student Achievement Fair is one of the most successful and rewarding exhibitions at

the Capital Conference. This overwhelmingly popular event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, at the north end of Hall D.

The Student Achievement Fair showcases the many innovative projects and programs districts have created to boost student achievement and engage youngsters in learning and growth. The fair offers excellent opportunities to learn about new programs, share ideas and celebrate what public education in Ohio is all about — helping our students achieve.

Demonstrations in the 2016 Student Achevement Fair include robotics, Project Lead the Way, student leadership, automotive technology, farm-to-table labs, STEM programs, celebrating diversity, construction management, coding clubs, service day, video projects,

FFA programs, fire academy and students on the board of education.

Outstanding student entertainment groups from around the state will be performing throughout the afternoon. In addition to the exemplary program displays and five musical performances, the fair will feature a display of school district visual arts projects sponsored by Pepple & Waggoner Ltd.

You won’t want to miss this impressive display of cutting-edge curriculum ideas, talented musical performances and outstanding works of art.

The conference evening events allow for a relaxed atmosphere to network with attendees or recap the day’s events with members of your administration team. Join us for these free evening events.

OSBA Welcome ReceptionSunday, Nov. 13, 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.

Kick off your Capital Conference on an upbeat note by attending the Welcome Reception. Enjoy appetizers, refreshments and light conversation while honoring OSBA governance committee members, 2016 Board Leadership Institute graduates and Award of Achievement recipients. The reception is sponsored by CompManagement Health Systems Inc., GradyBenefits and Ohio School Plan.

OSBA President’s ReceptionMonday, Nov. 14, 5 p.m.–7 p.m.

Come greet OSBA President Eric K. Germann, Lincolnview Local (Van Wert) and Vantage Career Center, and enjoy networking, appetizers and refreshments. The reception is sponsored by Bricker & Eckler LLP, CompManagement and NaviGate Prepared.

Capital Conference evening events

Empower yourself with four days of essential presentations to energize you and your district. Align your conference learning sessions with content that fosters growth and supports you, your staff and your students.

The conference curriculum is organized into specific topics tailored to the various roles of your district’s educational management team. The topics are intended as a guide to help you make the most of your conference learning opportunities and locate the programs most appropriate to your interests and roles. The session speakers will target their presentations to the specific areas of interest listed below, however, all Capital Conference sessions are open to any attendee.

New for 2016, learning sessions have been shortened to one hour to allow for an additional set of sessions on Monday and Tuesday. Sessions begin at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, and Tuesday, Nov. 15, and 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16. OSBA experts will lead four free in-depth workshops during the afternoon on Sunday, Nov. 13.

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Essential learning sessions

AdministrationSession Date Time RoomCommunity partnership and career readiness

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 216

Individualized instruction for algebra Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 112–113Ohio update of Every Student Succeeds Act

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 213–215

Public records training Nov. 14 9 a.m. E 150Shared leadership approach — do more with more

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 123–125

Teacher termination and nonrenewal update

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 220–222

Updating school safety plans Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 223–225Creating a school within a school Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 123–125How a curriculum audit defined our path Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 112–113Become a social and emotional learning coach

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 132

Building school-business partnerships Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 216Illuminate the data! Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 226Leading and learning — board relationships

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 120–122

Passing bond issues and financing projects

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 123–125

School crisis response — school shooting Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 213–215Student athletes — beyond win/lose records

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 111

What parents want in school communication

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 112–113

Community engagement for school districts

Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 230–232

The C word — change through engagement

Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 114–115

EDTech — getting IT right for the future Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 230–232Essential polices for 2017 Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 213–215Recruiting African-American male teachers

Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 131

Spotlight behind-the-scenes departments Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 112–113Upgrade your district to maximize success Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 216Why board members should care about EMIS

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 120–122

Concussions in sports Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 114–115Improving employee relations Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 123–125Magic routing button — fantasy versus reality

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 230–232

New stadium, private money — wisdom 101

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 213–215

Transforming school culture — move your bus

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 216

Welcome to America — now what? Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 226What students really want — lessons learned

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 132

Bargaining trends and outlook for 2017 Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 213–215Creating a culture of thinking Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 226Hamilton Local’s turnaround tale Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 223–225

Administration (continued)Session Date Time RoomIns and outs of a successful CCP program Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 123–125Improving behavior with restorative discipline

Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 114–115

Working well with superintendents, treasurers

Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 120–122

Engaging parents in your school and community

Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 223–225

Understanding transgender student issues Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 210–212

Board developmentSession Date Time RoomAre our school buses safe? Nov. 13 3 p.m. C 210–212Boardmanship — nobody said it was easy Nov. 13 3:30 p.m. C 220–222Hot topics in student welfare policies Nov. 13 4 p.m. C 213–215Conflict, conflict, who’s got the conflict? Nov. 13 4:30 p.m. C 210–212Change happens — 10 successful strategies

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 120–122

Eight tips for improving board communication

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 120–122

Meet the state superintendent Nov. 14 1 p.m. E 150–151Leading and learning — board relationships

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 120–122

Get the most from the five-year forecast Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 120–122OSBA legislative update Nov. 15 8:30 a.m. C 223–225Essential polices for 2017 Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 213–215Why board members should care about EMIS

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 120–122

Paperless board meetings and beyond Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 120–122Conflict resolution for school boards Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 120–122Hamilton Local’s turnaround tale Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 223–225State school-funding update Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 213–215Working well with superintendents, treasurers

Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 120–122

Communications/public relationsSession Date Time RoomPassing the unpassable bond levy Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 131Eight tips for improving board communication

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 120–122

School crisis response — school shooting Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 213–215What parents want in school communication

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 112–113

Leadership and the importance of social media

Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 130

Spotlight behind-the-scenes departments Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 112–113Wanted: SBOs with communications savvy

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 130

Working together to promote public schools

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 223–225

Keeping students safe online Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 220–222

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Essential learning sessionsCommunications/public relations (continued)Session Date Time RoomStudent Ambassadors — a bridge to the community

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 111

Using data to sell your story Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 223–225

Community engagementSession Date Time RoomCommunity partnership and career readiness

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 216

Impact of levy failures on budgeting and achievement

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 213–215

Building school-business partnerships Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 216Community engagement for school districts

Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 230–232

School-based health center from the ground up

Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 132

Partnering for future success Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 220–222Linking school leadership and the community

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 131

Using data to sell your story Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 223–225Engaging parents in your school and community

Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 223–225

Critical issuesSession Date Time RoomIssues schools avoid but must address Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 130FERPA 2.0 Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 210–212Poverty — the real educational indicator Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 223–225Transgender students in schools Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 230–2322016 case law update Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 210–212Graduation — one student at a time Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 216The specter of bullying in schools Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 213–215Compliant emergency plan — now what? Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 220–222Poverty’s impact on student achievement Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 130Welcoming refugee and immigrant students

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 111

Self-harm/suicide prevention protocol Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 112–113Improving behavior with restorative discipline

Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 114–115

Striking GOLD and changing lives Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 220–222

ESCsSession Date Time RoomCreating a school within a school Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 123–125Innovative P-12 model — one district’s success

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 114–115

A guide to effectively using ESCs Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 223–225This is not your typical career fair Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 111Working together to promote public schools

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 223–225

Preparing globally competent graduates Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 130Achieving health care benefit rate stability Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 123–125

Finance/facilitiesSession Date Time RoomKeys to a successful bus operation Nov. 14 8:30 a.m. EisenmanEducational visioning in building design Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 111LED lighting in educational environments Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 114–115Passing the unpassable bond levy Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 131Impact of levy failures on budgeting and achievement

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 213–215

Finance/facilities (continued)Session Date Time RoomPassing bond issues and financing projects

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 123–125

Get the most from the five-year forecast Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 120–122The nuts and bolts of vendor contracts Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 123–125Environmental Dashboards as teaching tools

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 114–115

Upgrade your district to maximize success Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 216New stadium, private money — wisdom 101

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 213–215

Partnering for future success Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 220–222Student competition drives energy savings

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 112–113

Charter school monster Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 230–232Saving energy and having fun with students

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 216

State school-funding update Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 213–215How Bellaire became $9 million richer Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 123–125

Hot topicsSession Date Time RoomAre our school buses safe? Nov. 13 3 p.m. C 210–212Hot topics in student welfare policies Nov. 13 4 p.m. C 213–215Building early warning system partnerships

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 226

Ohio update of Every Student Succeeds Act

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 213–215

Success in data-driven negotiations Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 220–222ESSA — what to expect going forward Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 223–225Sexting and Title IX Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 220–222Inspiring students as minority scholars Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 131Leadership and the importance of social media

Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 130

OSBA legislative update Nov. 15 8:30 a.m. C 223–225Recruiting African-American male teachers

Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 131

Student to student — breaking the bullying cycle

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 131

Charter school monster Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 230–232Ins and outs of a successful CCP program Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 123–125Saving energy and having fun with students

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 216

The First Amendment and student publications

Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 120–122

WATCH D.O.G.S. — positive role models Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 112–113

Human resourcesSession Date Time RoomTeacher termination and nonrenewal update

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 220–222

Success in data-driven negotiations Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 220–222Dealing with discrimination claims Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 130Repudiating contracts — the ultimate step

Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 220–222

Random drug testing for school employees

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 123–125

Improving employee relations Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 123–125Transforming school culture — move your bus

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 216

Bargaining trends and outlook for 2017 Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 213–215Conflict resolution for school boards Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 120–122Achieving health care benefit rate stability Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 123–125

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Essential learning sessionsInstructionSession Date Time RoomDiagnostics create postsecondary plans Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 132Individualized instruction for algebra Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 112–113How a curriculum audit defined our path Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 112–113Blended learning best practices Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 114–115Revisiting standards-based grades Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 111Environmental Dashboards as teaching tools

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 114–115

Student competition drives energy savings

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 112–113

Creating a culture of thinking Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 226How music tech can reach nonmusicians Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 132Linking school leadership and the community

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 131

Preparing globally competent graduates Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 130Road map to student-centered learning Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 213–215Using rotations to maximize primary literacy

Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 114–115

Leadership developmentSession Date Time RoomChange happens — 10 successful strategies

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 120–122

Shared leadership approach — do more with more

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 123–125

How a curriculum audit defined our path Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 112–113Leading and learning — board relationships

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 120–122

The board’s role in leading for success Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 223–225Leadership and the importance of social media

Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 130

EDTech — getting IT right for the future Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 230–232Quick wins and long-term results Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 226Improving employee relations Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 123–125Linking school leadership and the community

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 131

Finish first for students Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 220–222

LegalSession Date Time RoomConflict, conflict, who’s got the conflict? Nov. 13 4:30 p.m. C 210–212Hot topics in student and data privacy Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 230–232Issues schools avoid but must address Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 130Public records training Nov. 14 9 a.m. E 150Who’s right when student rights conflict? Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 210–212FERPA 2.0 Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 210–212Dealing with discrimination claims Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 130Sexting and Title IX Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 220–222Student search and interrogation Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 210–212Transgender students in schools Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 230–2322016 case law update Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 210–212Mental health services and school safety Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 226Repudiating contracts — the ultimate step

Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 220–222

The nuts and bolts of vendor contracts Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 123–125The specter of bullying in schools Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 213–215Public criticism of district employees Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 210–212Electronic discussions and the Open Meetings Act

Nov. 15 10:15 a.m. C 210–212

Legal issues for today’s hottest tech toys Nov. 15 11 a.m. C 210–212School law year in review Nov. 15 1:30 p.m. C 210–212

Legal (continued)Session Date Time RoomCreative revenue sources for public schools

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 210–212

Handling employees’ pending criminal actions

Nov. 15 3:45 p.m. C 210–212

Understanding transgender student issues Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 210–212

New board memberSession Date Time RoomBoardmanship — nobody said it was easy Nov. 13 3:30 p.m. C 220–222Hot topics in student welfare policies Nov. 13 4 p.m. C 213–215Conflict, conflict, who’s got the conflict? Nov. 13 4:30 p.m. C 210–212Change happens — 10 successful strategies

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 120–122

Issues schools avoid but must address Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 130Eight tips for improving board communication

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 120–122

Success in data-driven negotiations Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 220–222Building school-business partnerships Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 216What parents want in school communication

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 112–113

Get the most from the five-year forecast Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 120–122Repudiating contracts — the ultimate step

Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 220–222

OSBA legislative update Nov. 15 8:30 a.m. C 223–225Essential polices for 2017 Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 213–215Why board members should care about EMIS

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 120–122

Bargaining trends and outlook for 2017 Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 213–215Conflict resolution for school boards Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 120–122State school-funding update Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 213–215Working well with superintendents, treasurers

Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 120–122

Road map to student-centered learning Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 213–215

Organizational outlookSession Date Time RoomEducational visioning in building design Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 111Meet the state superintendent Nov. 14 1 p.m. E 150–151ESSA — what to expect going forward Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 223–225The board’s role in leading for success Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 223–225A guide to effectively using ESCs Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 223–225Wanted: SBOs with communications savvy

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 130

Charter school monster Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 230–232

Rural schoolsSession Date Time RoomLED lighting in educational environments Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 114–115Innovative P-12 model — one district’s success

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 114–115

Blended learning best practices Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 114–115Student athletes — beyond win/lose records

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 111

Random drug testing for school employees

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 123–125

What students really want — lessons learned

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 132

Ins and outs of a successful CCP program Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 123–125Rural school-based health centers Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 114–115Achieving health care benefit rate stability Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 123–125Improving behavior with restorative discipline

Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 114–115

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Essential learning sessionsSafety and wellnessSession Date Time RoomAre our school buses safe? Nov. 13 3 p.m. C 210–212Keys to a successful bus operation Nov. 14 8:30 a.m. EisenmanUpdating school safety plans Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 223–225Student search and interrogation Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 210–212Taking action against drug abuse Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 131Healthy communities, healthy schools Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 112–113Compliant emergency plan — now what? Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 220–222Random drug testing for school employees

Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 123–125

School-based health center from the ground up

Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 132

Concussions in sports Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 114–115Rural school-based health centers Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 114–115Self-harm/suicide prevention protocol Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 112–113Positive discipline — expelling hope Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 112–113

School Law WorkshopSession Date Time RoomPublic criticism of district employees Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 210–212Electronic discussions and the Open Meetings Act

Nov. 15 10:15 a.m. C 210–212

Legal issues for today’s hottest tech toys Nov. 15 11 a.m. C 210–212School law year in review Nov. 15 1:30 p.m. C 210–212Creative revenue sources for public schools

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 210–212

Handling employees’ pending criminal actions

Nov. 15 3:45 p.m. C 210–212

Spotlight SessionsSession Date Time RoomKeys to a successful bus operation Nov. 14 8:30 a.m. EisenmanPublic records training Nov. 14 9 a.m. E 150Supporting diverse student learning Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 233–235OSBA legislative update Nov. 15 8:30 a.m. C 223–225The Urban Solution Room — district consortiums

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 233–235

Student achievementSession Date Time RoomDiagnostics create postsecondary plans Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 132Innovative P-12 model — one district’s success

Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 114–115

Become a social and emotional learning coach

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 132

Supporting diverse student learning Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 233–235Graduation — one student at a time Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 216Inspiring students as minority scholars Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 131Integrated technology — not just dessert Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 132Revisiting standards-based grades Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 111Poverty’s impact on student achievement Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 130Quick wins and long-term results Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 226What students really want — lessons learned

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 132

Creating a culture of thinking Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 226The Urban Solution Room — district consortiums

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 233–235

Using rotations to maximize primary literacy

Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 114–115

Student issuesSession Date Time RoomBuilding early warning system partnerships

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 226

Who’s right when student rights conflict? Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 210–212Poverty — the real educational indicator Nov. 14 1 p.m. C 223–225Student athletes — beyond win/lose records

Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 111

Supporting diverse student learning Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 233–235Taking action against drug abuse Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. D 131Healthy communities, healthy schools Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 112–113Mental health services and school safety Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 226The C word — change through engagement

Nov. 14 4 p.m. C 114–115

This is not your typical career fair Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 111Student to student — breaking the bullying cycle

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 131

Welcome to America — now what? Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 226Welcoming refugee and immigrant students

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 111

Student Ambassadors — a bridge to the community

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 111

Finish first for students Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 220–222Positive discipline — expelling hope Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 112–113Striking GOLD and changing lives Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 220–222The First Amendment and student publications

Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 120–122

WATCH D.O.G.S. — positive role models Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 112–113

TechnologySession Date Time RoomHot topics in student and data privacy Nov. 14 9 a.m. D 230–232Illuminate the data! Nov. 14 2:30 p.m. C 226Integrated technology — not just dessert Nov. 14 4 p.m. D 132EDTech — getting IT right for the future Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 230–232Magic routing button — fantasy versus reality

Nov. 15 1 p.m. D 230–232

Paperless board meetings and beyond Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 120–122Keeping students safe online Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. C 220–222How music tech can reach nonmusicians Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 132How Bellaire became $9 million richer Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 123–125Road map to student-centered learning Nov. 16 9 a.m. C 213–215

Urban schoolsSession Date Time RoomShared leadership approach — do more with more

Nov. 14 9 a.m. C 123–125

Poverty’s impact on student achievement Nov. 15 9 a.m. D 130Quick wins and long-term results Nov. 15 9 a.m. C 226Student competition drives energy savings

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 112–113

Welcome to America — now what? Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 226Welcoming refugee and immigrant students

Nov. 15 1 p.m. C 111

The Urban Solution Room — district consortiums

Nov. 15 2:30 p.m. D 233–235

Finish first for students Nov. 15 4 p.m. C 220–222

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Sunday, Nov. 132:30 p.m. m Early Bird Workshop — Jeff Nischwitz

(registration required; see page 3 for details)3 p.m. m OSBA mini session — Are our school buses

safe?3:30 p.m. m OSBA mini session — Boardmanship —

nobody said it was easy4 p.m. m OSBA mini session — Hot topics in student

welfare policies4:30 p.m. m OSBA mini session — Conflict, conflict, who’s

got the conflict?5:30 p.m. m Welcome Reception6 p.m. m OSBA Black Caucus dinner — Dr. Rodney D.

Coates (registration required; see page 3 for details)

m OSBA Northwest Region Executive Committee meeting

m OSBA Southeast Region Executive Committee meeting

Monday, Nov. 147:30 a.m. m OSBA Audit Committee meeting8 a.m. m OSBA Business Meeting briefing8:15 a.m. m Conference orientation8:30 a.m. m Spotlight Session — Keys to a successful bus

operation9 a.m. m Learning sessions 1 m National School Boards Association (NSBA)

session m Ohio SchoolComp workshop m Spotlight Session — Public records training10:15 a.m. m First General Session11 a.m. m Trade Show 2016 opens m Avenue for Answers12:15 p.m. m Conference Luncheon — Collaboration

Connection (registration required; see page 3 for details)

1 p.m. m Learning sessions 2 m OSBA Black Caucus meeting2:30 p.m. m Annual Business Meeting of the OSBA

Delegate Assembly m Learning sessions 3 m NSBA session m PublicSchoolWORKS workshop m Spotlight Session — Supporting diverse

student learning m Ohio Coalition for Equity & Adequacy of

School Funding meeting4 p.m. m Learning sessions 4 m Financial forecasting workshop

4 p.m. m OSBA Federal Relations Network meeting m OSBA Insurance Agency workshop m Spotlight Session (continued)5 p.m. m OSBA President’s Reception6:15 p.m. m OSBA Central Region Executive Committee

meeting

Tuesday, Nov. 157:30 a.m. m SALT breakfast 8:30 a.m. m Spotlight Session — OSBA legislative update9 a.m. m Learning sessions 5 m School Law Workshop m Electronic board governance workshop m Managed care organization workshop m NSBA session 10 a.m. m Avenue for Answers m Trade Show 2016 opens10:15 a.m. m Second General Session — Steven Michael

Quezada m School Law Workshop11 a.m. m School Law Workshop 11:30 a.m. m Student Achievement Fair12:15 p.m. m Conference Luncheon — Archie Griffin

(registration required; see page 3 for details)1:30 p.m. m Learning sessions 6 m School Law Workshop 2:30 p.m. m Learning sessions 7 m Spotlight Session — The Urban Solution

Room — district consortiums m NSBA session School Law Workshop m Electricity savings program workshop m Online payment program workshop m Board Leadership Institute Focus Group3:45 p.m. m School Law Workshop 4 p.m. m Learning sessions 8 m Electronic safety document management

workshop m School property/casualty insurance workshop

Wednesday, Nov. 168:30 a.m. m Buckeye Association of School Administrators

(BASA) breakfast m Ohio Education Policy Institute (OEPI) session9 a.m. m Learning sessions 910:15 a.m. m Third General SessionNoon m Adjournment

Note: This agenda is subject to change. For up-to-the-minute topics, speakers and locations, visit http://conference.ohioschoolboards.org.

Personal planning guideUse this tentative agenda to plan your time at the conference

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1-888-OHIOCOMP21st Century Alarm/Data Inc.360SafeSolutionsA.G./M-F Athletic Advanced Technologies

Consultants AEP Ohio Allegion PLCAllied Supply CompanyAlpha & Omega Building

ServicesABM Building SolutionsAmerican Dairy Association

MideastAmerican FidelityAmerican Legion Buckeye

Boys StateAndrew Insurance Associates

Inc.Aramark K-12 EducationArchitectural Vision Group

Ltd.Armcorp Construction Inc.Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.Ashland University

Professional Development Services

AstroTurfATT Sports Inc.Baird Public FinanceBarracuda by BilcoBearacade Door Control

SystemBlue Chip Facility ServicesBoardDocs Boenning and Scattergood Inc.Bonefish Systems

Brewer-Garrett Co.Bricker & Eckler LLPBruce Longhino GroupBSHM ArchitectsBSN SportsBuckeye Association of School

AdministratorsBuckeye Bleacher Repair Inc.Buckeye Commercial

Furniture LLC Buckeye Firearms FoundationBusiness Interiors by StaplesC.L. Firestone Inc. & J.M.

Verostko Inc.Capitol Aluminum & Glass

Corp.Cardinal Bus Sales & Service

Inc.CCG Automation Inc.CCG Energy Solutions Inc.CET Public TVChartwells School Dining

ServicesCincinnati Floor Co. City Securities Corp.Civil & Environmental

Consultants Inc.CMTA Consulting EngineersCompManagement CompManagement Health

Systems Inc.Construction Resources Inc.Continental Office Control Systems of OhioCotterman & Co. Inc.CR architecture + designCTL Engineering Inc./ICS Inc.

Daktronics Dant Clayton Corp.David Williams & Associates

Inc.Davis Athletics LLCDecisionInsiteDesign Graphics Group Inc.Duro-Last Roofing —

Engineered SystemsE&D Specialty Stands Inc.EA GroupThe Education Connection

(Insta-Info Inc.)Educational Funding Group

Inc.Edwin H. Davis & Son Inc.Elford Inc.EMOD LLCEnergy Optimizers, USAEngineer Your World — The

University of TexasEnovative TechnologiesEsber Cash Register/PayForIteSchoolVieweSpark LearningFanning/Howey Associates

Inc.Farnham Equipment Co.Farnham Equipment Co./

Maintenance SolutionsFieldTurf + Beynon SportsFifth Third Securities Inc.The Final Floor Inc.First Student Inc.FMD Architects Inc.Folding Equipment Co. LLCForbo Flooring SystemsForecast5 Analytics Inc.ForeverLawn of Ohio Inc.Freytag & Associates Inc.

Architects/EngineersFrontline Technologies Group

LLCThe Garland Co. Inc.Garmann/Miller Architects-

EngineersGCA Education Services Inc.Gilbane Building Co.GPD GroupGradyBenefits

Great Lakes BiomedicalGreater Ohio Virtual SchoolGreenspace Construction

ServicesGUSCO EnergyH.E.A.T. Total Facility Solutions

Inc.Habitec Security Inc.Hammond ConstructionHannah News Service Inc.Harrison Planning Group LLCHealthy Life ScreeningHeiberger Paving Inc.Hellas Sports Construction Inc.Hillyard Inc.HMBHuffmaster Strike ServicesHugh O’Brian Youth

Leadership (HOBY)HumanaICON Construction SolutionsIlluminate Education Inc.Infinite Campus Inc.Innovative Modular SolutionsInsulated Roofing ContractorsITSavvyJ.D. Services Inc. (CAD

Services)JadeTrack Janson IndustriesJefferson County ESC Virtual

Learning AcademyThe Jefferson Health PlanJim Melhart Piano and Organ

Co. Inc. dba Melhart Music Center

John Fox Marketing Consulting

K12 School Consultants LLCKalkreuth Roofing & Sheet

Metal Inc.KBM Business MachinesKelleys Island Field StationKids PACKids Read NowKiefer U.S.AKurtz Bros. Inc.Laketec Communications Inc.Learning.comLegat & Kingscott

Vendors exhibiting at the conference

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Lesko Associates Inc.Levin Porter Associates Inc.Liberty Mutual InsuranceLifeTrack Services Inc.Lightspeed Technologies Inc.MAC Athletics Inc.Management Council of the

Ohio Education Computer Network (MCOECN)

Martin Public SeatingMats Inc.Mays Consulting & Evaluation

Services Inc. Medical Mutual Megen Construction Co. Inc.META SolutionsMeyer Design Inc.Miami University College of

Education, Health & SocietyMicroImage Inc.Mid-American CleaningMidwest EngravingMKC Associates Inc.Mobilcomm Inc.Mobilease Modular Space Inc.ModSpaceThe Motz GroupMSA Architects/MSA SportMT Business Technologies Inc.Musco Sports Lighting myONNational Chemical

Laboratories Inc.NaviGate Prepared NEOLA Inc.Nevco Inc.NicholsNorwalk Concrete Industries The Nutrition Group Oberfields LLCOES Scoreboards — OES Inc.Ohio Association of

Elementary School Administrators

Ohio Association of School Business Officials

Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators

Ohio Auditor of State’s Legal Division

Ohio Coalition for Equity & Adequacy of School Funding

Ohio Council of Educational Purchasing Consortia (OCEPC)

Ohio Department of Education

Ohio Dominican UniversityOhio Educational Service

Center AssociationThe Ohio Floor Co.Ohio High School Athletic

AssociationOhio PTAOhio Retired Teachers

AssociationOhio School PlanOhio Tuition Trust AuthorityOHM AdvisorsOlsavsky Jaminet ArchitectsOndo MediaOne Call NowOSBA Insurance Agency LLCOSBA School Transportation

ConsultingOSBA/OASBO SchoolComp

Safety ProgramOSportsOzanne Construction Co. Inc.P.T. Services RehabPalmer Conservation

Consulting and Power4Schools

PCG EducationPella Window & Door Co.

(Gunton Corp.)Perfection Group Inc.Petermann Ltd.Piper Jaffray & Co.Playworld Midstates Plug SmartPorts Petroleum Co. Inc.ProcessMakerProGrass LLCProgressBook by Software

Answers Inc.Public Finance Resources Inc.PublicSchoolWORKSQualite Sports LightingRachel Wixey & AssociatesRBC Capital MarketsRegistration GatewayRenhill GroupRep Source LLCRepublic Storage Products LLCResource International Inc.

Vendors exhibiting at the conference

Richard L. Bowen + Associates Inc.

Richardson Compensation Consulting LLC

Robertson Construction Services Inc.

Ross, Sinclaire & Associates LLCThe Ruhlin Co.Ruscilli Construction Co. Inc.Rx Ohio CollaborativeSafe Routes Academy/

Ohio Department of Transportation

School Innovations & Achievement

SchoolPointeSCHOOLSinSchorr Architects Inc.Security Voice Inc.Seon Seward Associates LLCSFA Architects Inc.Shafley Plan Management

Services LLCShook TouchstoneSHP Leading Design Sika SarnafilSkanska USA BuildingSodexo SoL Harris/Day ArchitectureSouthern Bleacher Co. Inc.Spec AthleticSpectrum Industries Inc.SPORT SAFE Testing Service

Inc.Sportworks Field DesignSTAN and Associates Inc.Stifel Strategic Groundworks

Sturdisteel Co.Summit Construction Co. Inc.Tape Central Inc.Tarkett Techline Sports Lighting Tectum Inc.ThenDesign Architecture

(TDA)Thomas Built Buses/Myers

Equipment Corp.Tiffin Scenic Studios Inc.Tom Sexton and Associates

Inc.TRANE Traxitek LLCTriangle Practical

Preparedness Products Inc.TTL Associates Inc.Turner Construction Co.University of Dayton

Department of Educational Administration

Urban SolarUrsuline CollegeValic Financial AdvisorsVARtek Services Inc.Vasco Sports ContractorsViewSonic Corp.Vincent Lighting SystemsVirco Inc.Virtual Community School of

OhioVista Consulting Group LLCVoya Financial AdvisorsWeidenhammerWenger Corp.West Roofing Systems Inc.Zimmerman School

Equipment Inc.

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RegistrationRegistration and housing instructions have been sent to all

superintendents, treasurers, Ohio Council of School Board Attorneys (OCSBA) members, exhibitors and OSBA sustaining members. School board members simply need to contact their treasurer or superintendent to register and request a hotel reservation.

To register for the conference and special events, all attendees from the same district should be listed on the district’s registration form. Return this form to OSBA with a check or purchase order covering all registration and ticketed event fees.

For those not registered by Thursday, Nov. 10, on-site Capital Conference registration will be open on Sunday, Nov. 13, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Wednesday, Nov. 16, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the center of the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC) Main Concourse.

Registration feesRegistration is $295 per person for each of the first six

people from a member school district. School district group registration — more than six people from a member school district — is a flat fee of $1,850. Registration for OCSBA members is $295 per person. Registration for OSBA sustaining members, government employees and retired administrators is $60. Retired administrators who are current board members or rehired administrators do not qualify for the lower rate. Spouses may attend the conference for free, but must be registered to receive an official badge.

Those attending the School Law Workshop are subject to the same registration procedures as other conference attendees. Attorneys employed by a school district may register with their district.

Ticketed event feesFour special Capital Conference events require additional

fees, and registration should be paid in advance. Attendees can register on their district’s registration form. Event details are on page 3.

Registration for the Early Bird Workshop, featuring Jeff Nischwitz, is $100.

Registration is required for the Sunday OSBA Black Caucus dinner with Dr. Rodney D. Coates. The cost of the dinner is $70. The deadline to register for this event is Nov. 4. Limited tickets will be available at the door for $75.

Registration for the Monday Luncheon, featuring a Collaboration Connection, is $55. Registration for the Tuesday Conference Luncheon, with Archie Griffin, also is $55.

Note: Depending on availability, limited on-site luncheon ticket sales may be available until 11:30 a.m. each day on a first-come, first-served basis at Registration. The cost for an on-site ticket is $60.

Registration and ticketed event cancellation policies

If it is necessary for you to cancel your conference registration, refunds will be made only if your name badge is returned to OSBA by 5 p.m. on Nov. 11. OSBA encourages substitutions from within a district; just notify OSBA of the substitution. For a cancellation of a ticketed event (Early Bird Workshop, Black Caucus Dinner, Conference Luncheons), you must notify OSBA by 5 p.m. on Nov. 11 to receive a full refund or no charge to the district. Ticketed event cancellations received after Nov. 11 will be charged 50% of the fee. Cancellations the day of the event will be charged the full amount. There are no refunds for no-shows. Refunds of fees paid will be issued to the district after the conference.

Shuttle bus service and parking informationOSBA offers free shuttle bus service to the convention

center from all Capital Conference hotels, except those surrounding the convention center. Shuttle bus service will run continuously between the convention center and all hotels, except for those surrounding the convention center, as well as to the GCCC East parking lot, on Sunday, Nov. 13, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 14, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, Nov. 16, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Parking is available at several lots and garages at or near GCCC. This parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Prices vary, depending on locations. Facilities within a few minutes walk include the GCCC East, West and South parking sites. A parking map is available at http://conference.ohio schoolboards.org (see map on page 13 for parking locations).

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Capital Conference housing informationMaking hotel reservations

You must be registered for the conference or exhibiting in the Trade Show to request conference housing. After you are registered for the conference, your contact person will receive a confirmation email with information regarding housing. Hotel reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis beginning on Thursday, Sept. 1, at 9 a.m. EDT. To make reservations, use the link and unique housing code found in the email that will be sent to your contact person. To receive the link before conference housing opens, your registration must be received no later than 3 p.m. EDT on Friday, Aug. 26. The housing link will not be available on OSBA’s website. Housing reservations can only be made with your unique housing code and must be made by Thursday, Oct. 20, to receive conference rates.

Each reservation requires a credit card guarantee.

Canceling hotel reservationsCancellations may be made without

penalty on or before 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 2. If you cancel a reservation between 5 p.m. on Sept. 2 and 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 9, your credit card will be charged a cancellation fee of $100 for each room canceled. Reservations may be modified — including changing hotels, the name on the reservation or the dates of the stay — at no charge until Wednesday, Nov. 9. After 5 p.m. on Nov. 9, you will need to contact the hotel directly for any new reservations, modifications or cancellations. Failure to cancel a reservation by 5 p.m. on Nov. 9, failure to check in on the scheduled arrival date or an early departure will result in a one-night’s room and tax charge by the hotel.

Please note: No other discounts apply to the housing rates. Also, OSBA’s housing block cancellation policies override the hotels’ cancellation policies.

1. Courtyard by Marriott–Downtown 35 W. Spring St. Single/Double $152 Parking $232. Crowne Plaza* 33 E. Nationwide Blvd. Single/Double $175 Parking $243. Doubletree Guest Suites 50 S. Front St. Single/Double $163 Parking $22 4. Drury Inn & Suites* 88 E. Nationwide Blvd. Single/Double $149 Parking $12 5. Hampton Inn & Suites* 501 N. High St. Single/Double $148, King suite $178 Parking $246. Hilton Columbus Downtown* 401 N. High St. Single $180, Double $190 Valet parking $24, self park $20 7. Holiday Inn Columbus Downtown Capitol Square 175 E. Town St. Single/Double $139 Parking $128. Hyatt Regency* 350 N. High St. Single $189, Double $199 Valet parking $269. Red Roof Inn Downtown* 111 E. Nationwide Blvd. Single/Double $135 Parking $10 10. Renaissance Hotel 50 N. Third St. Single/Double $194 Parking $2611. Sheraton Columbus at Capitol Square 75 E. State St. Single $184, Double $194 Parking $26* Shuttle service not provided.Note: Pricing as of June 10, 2016. Parking rates listed are for daily parking and are subject to change.

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Capital Conference checklistq Clear your calendar for Nov. 13-16.q Tell your superintendent or treasurer you

want to attend the 2016 OSBA Capital Conference and Trade Show, Early Bird Workshop and Conference Luncheons.

q Select your district’s delegate for the annual business meeting and have your treasurer complete the delegate form and mail it to OSBA by the first week of September.

q Have your treasurer send your conference registration to OSBA by 3 p.m. EDT on Friday, Aug. 26, to receive the conference housing link. See pages 12 and 13 for details.

q Talk with other management team members and plan who will be going to which sessions.

q Sign up for conference housing on Thursday, Sept. 1. See page 13 for details.

q Fill out your planning guide on page 9.q Discuss the conference at the October board

meeting, explaining the benefits and who will be representing the district during the four days.

q Meet with area news reporters to tell them how the district will benefit from your conference attendance. Encourage them to attend themselves. (Media registration is free.)

q Learn all you can during the Capital Conference and Trade Show. Talk to everyone you meet. Get names and phone numbers.

q Make a report at the next board meeting on the annual business meeting action and the sessions you attended. Point out new ideas and contacts you made to help your district.

q Share your story with area news reporters.

General SessionsMonday Ennis Britton Co. LPA Pepple & Waggoner Ltd. Ross, Sinclaire & Associates LLC Walter Haverfield LLPTuesday Scott Scriven LLP Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLPWednesday CompManagement Early Bird Workshop Ennis Britton Co. LPAConference LuncheonsMonday GradyBenefits CompManagementTuesday CompManagement Health Systems Inc. NaviGate PreparedWelcome Reception CompManagement Health Systems Inc. GradyBenefits Ohio School PlanPresident’s Reception Bricker & Eckler LLP CompManagement NaviGate Prepared

MiscellaneousConference attendee bags CompManagement Health Systems Inc.Conference mobile app Bricker & Eckler LLPInformation Station copier and fax services MT Business Technologies Inc.Lanyards NaviGate PreparedTransportation Spotlight Session Ohio School Plan Huffmaster Strike ServicesDiversity Spotlight Session Networking Break OSBA Insurance Agency LLCPassport Stamping Stations Capitol Aluminum & Glass Corp. CompManagement Health Systems Inc. Esber Cash Register/PayForIt GradyBenefits Jefferson County ESC Kids PAC Ohio School Plan Richard L. Bowen + Associates Inc. Turner Construction Co.Student Achievement Fair Art Show Pepple & Waggoner Ltd.

2016 Capital Conference sponsorshipsMany corporate sponsors are underwriting portions of the Capital

Conference program. Those generous companies and firms are:

All information in this brochure current as of June 13, 2016