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SUMMARY:Policy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week.  This summer we are offering three courses and three additional courses will be offered in the fall.  Attendees may register to attend individual courses or all courses.   \nRegistration is open to all interested charter school employees and their Board members. This training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee or work directly in school financial operations. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice per year.   \n**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants.**
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/policy-development-implementation-evaluation-3/
LOCATION:GA
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SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week.  This summer we are offering three courses and three additional courses will be offered in the fall.  Attendees may register to attend individual courses or all courses.   \nRegistration is open to all interested charter school employees and their Board members. This training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee or work directly in school financial operations. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice per year.   \n**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants.**
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/procurement-payroll-compensation/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T145324Z
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SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week.  This summer we are offering three courses and three additional courses will be offered in the fall.  Attendees may register to attend individual courses or all courses.   \nRegistration is open to all interested charter school employees and their Board members. This training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee or work directly in school financial operations. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice per year.   \n**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants.**
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/procurement-payroll-compensation-2/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20240618T143742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T145327Z
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SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week.  This summer we are offering three courses and three additional courses will be offered in the fall.  Attendees may register to attend individual courses or all courses.   \nRegistration is open to all interested charter school employees and their Board members. This training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee or work directly in school financial operations. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice per year.   \n**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants.**
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-3/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20240618T143743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T145329Z
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SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week.  This summer we are offering three courses and three additional courses will be offered in the fall.  Attendees may register to attend individual courses or all courses.   \nRegistration is open to all interested charter school employees and their Board members. This training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee or work directly in school financial operations. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice per year.   \n**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants.**
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-4/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T145331Z
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SUMMARY:Audit Preparation & Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week.  This summer we are offering three courses and three additional courses will be offered in the fall.  Attendees may register to attend individual courses or all courses.   \nRegistration is open to all interested charter school employees and their Board members. This training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee or work directly in school financial operations. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice per year.   \n**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants.**
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-4/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T145334Z
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SUMMARY:Audit Preparation & Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week.  This summer we are offering three courses and three additional courses will be offered in the fall.  Attendees may register to attend individual courses or all courses.   \nRegistration is open to all interested charter school employees and their Board members. This training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee or work directly in school financial operations. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice per year.   \n**Scholarships are available for state charter school participants.**
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-5/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T100000
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SUMMARY:GCSA Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:GCSA’s Charter School Job Fair will take place on Saturday\, Feb. 1\, 2025\, at KIPP Atlanta Collegiate from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. GCSA’s Charter School Job Fair typically attracts more than 200 current and aspiring educators and is designed to match school administrators with potential faculty and staff candidates. This event is the go-to place for talented individuals looking for career opportunities and ways to serve in a Georgia charter school. Member schools and non-member schools are invited to attend.  \nSchool leaders can register here. \nCandidates can register here.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/gcsa-job-fair-2025/
LOCATION:KIPP Atlanta Collegiate\, 98 Anderson Ave NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30314
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SUMMARY:2025 Georgia Charter Schools Conference
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW! \n\nThe Georgia Charter Schools Conference is the largest statewide gathering of Georgia’s charter community. School leaders\, board members\, business managers\, teachers\, petitioners and authorizers attend the conference from across the state to learn more about creating and operating high-quality public charter schools. This is also a great opportunity to network and share best practices amongst your fellow charter colleagues. Attendees can also take advantage of the many product solutions offered by vendors around the country that are designed to help public charter schools succeed.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/2025-georgia-charter-schools-conference/
LOCATION:Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galleria\, 200 Interstate N Pkwy E SE\, Atlanta\, 30339\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250413T164427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T165137Z
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SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn best practices for the entire procurement cycle\, policy and regulatory implications\, the relationship between internal controls and procurement\, the RFP process\, and best practices. The course also reviews policies and procedures that allow for a sound bidding process. Additional topics include purchasing procedures\, billing systems\, contract negotiation and execution\, and vendor management. Participants will learn about payroll requirements and systems\, compensation models and salary scale creation\, payroll and compensation policy\, the Fair Labor Standards Act\, the W-2 process\, employee benefits\, the Teachers Retirement System of GA (TRS)\, payroll processing\, payroll taxes and remittances\, payroll deductions\, reporting and recording payroll\, internal controls related to payroll\, payroll resources\, and the benefits of having an HRIS. \nEnroll today!
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/procurement-payroll-compensation-3/2025-04-22/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T165137Z
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SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn best practices for the entire procurement cycle\, policy and regulatory implications\, the relationship between internal controls and procurement\, the RFP process\, and best practices. The course also reviews policies and procedures that allow for a sound bidding process. Additional topics include purchasing procedures\, billing systems\, contract negotiation and execution\, and vendor management. Participants will learn about payroll requirements and systems\, compensation models and salary scale creation\, payroll and compensation policy\, the Fair Labor Standards Act\, the W-2 process\, employee benefits\, the Teachers Retirement System of GA (TRS)\, payroll processing\, payroll taxes and remittances\, payroll deductions\, reporting and recording payroll\, internal controls related to payroll\, payroll resources\, and the benefits of having an HRIS. \nEnroll today!
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/procurement-payroll-compensation-3/2025-04-24/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250413T164621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T165026Z
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SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn to develop and maintain robust internal control structures\, systems\, and policies to ensure that sound fiscal management practices are in place. Topics include creating a culture of financial discipline\, segregation of duties\, grant management\, travel reimbursement practices\, procurement\, internal control reviews and sample testing\, policies and procedures\, risk management\, fraud detection\, and insurance. Participants will learn how to implement sound systems of financial oversight. Topics include effective board and finance committee management\, financial dashboard planning\, key financial reports and timing\, and fiduciary roles and responsibilities. \nEnroll today!
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-5/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250413T164621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T165026Z
UID:10000205-1746172800-1746187200@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn to develop and maintain robust internal control structures\, systems\, and policies to ensure that sound fiscal management practices are in place. Topics include creating a culture of financial discipline\, segregation of duties\, grant management\, travel reimbursement practices\, procurement\, internal control reviews and sample testing\, policies and procedures\, risk management\, fraud detection\, and insurance. Participants will learn how to implement sound systems of financial oversight. Topics include effective board and finance committee management\, financial dashboard planning\, key financial reports and timing\, and fiduciary roles and responsibilities. \nEnroll today!
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-5/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:GA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250413T164938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T164938Z
UID:10000206-1747036800-1747051200@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Audit Preparation Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop an understanding of the audit process and the audit preparation process. Content includes internal controls\, auditor selection\, internal audit\, financial reporting\, audit policy development\, common auditor requests\, and audit preparation calendar. \nEnroll today!
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-6/2025-05-12/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250413T164938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T164938Z
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SUMMARY:Audit Preparation Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop an understanding of the audit process and the audit preparation process. Content includes internal controls\, auditor selection\, internal audit\, financial reporting\, audit policy development\, common auditor requests\, and audit preparation calendar. \nEnroll today!
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-6/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:GA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T174052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T174335Z
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SUMMARY:Audit Preparation Best Practices - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop an understanding of the audit process and the audit preparation process. Content includes internal controls\, auditor selection\, internal audit\, financial reporting\, audit policy development\, common auditor requests\, and audit preparation calendar. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-fw25/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:GA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250716T160136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T150211Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Maximizing Student Success Conference
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for the Georgia Charter Schools Association’s inaugural 2025 Maximizing Student Success Conference\, Sept. 11–12! Join fellow charter school leaders\, educators and operations teams for two days of practical strategies\, fresh ideas and powerful tools to help boost student outcomes across Georgia. \nThe conference kicks off Thursday\, Sept. 11\, with an optional school tour and a networking happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. On Friday\, dive into a full day of programming with two tracks: Instructional Leadership & Teaching and Operations & School Management. \nAttendees can choose from dynamic\, expert-led sessions in these tracks: \nInstructional Leadership & Teaching \n\nBack to the Basics: Standards-based instruction\nLearning Walkthroughs & Observation Calibration\nClassroom Management & Escalation Mindset Training\nTiered Instruction: How to Group & Support Students\nData Systems: Making It Work at the School Level (Kids First)\nExpanding Grade Bands: Lessons from Schools Adding Grades\nUnderstanding Georgia’s New Standards\nScience & STEM-Aligned Programming\n\nOperations & School Management \n\nFinancial Transparency & Infrastructure\nSafety & Security Planning\nHuman Resources Compliance & Best Practices\nSLDS Navigation & Monitoring\nFederal Programs\, Reporting & Compliance\nSocial Media Act & Filtering Content\nGrant Writing & Fundraising\nTemporary Staffing Solutions\nPeople\, Culture\, and Leadership Development\nSchool Board & School Leader Relationships\nFacilities
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/2025-maximizing-student-success-conference/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel\, One Hartsfield Center Parkway\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30354\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250716T160136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T150211Z
UID:10000209-1757664000-1757696400@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:2025 Maximizing Student Success Conference
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW for the Georgia Charter Schools Association’s inaugural 2025 Maximizing Student Success Conference\, Sept. 11–12! Join fellow charter school leaders\, educators and operations teams for two days of practical strategies\, fresh ideas and powerful tools to help boost student outcomes across Georgia. \nThe conference kicks off Thursday\, Sept. 11\, with an optional school tour and a networking happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. On Friday\, dive into a full day of programming with two tracks: Instructional Leadership & Teaching and Operations & School Management. \nAttendees can choose from dynamic\, expert-led sessions in these tracks: \nInstructional Leadership & Teaching \n\nBack to the Basics: Standards-based instruction\nLearning Walkthroughs & Observation Calibration\nClassroom Management & Escalation Mindset Training\nTiered Instruction: How to Group & Support Students\nData Systems: Making It Work at the School Level (Kids First)\nExpanding Grade Bands: Lessons from Schools Adding Grades\nUnderstanding Georgia’s New Standards\nScience & STEM-Aligned Programming\n\nOperations & School Management \n\nFinancial Transparency & Infrastructure\nSafety & Security Planning\nHuman Resources Compliance & Best Practices\nSLDS Navigation & Monitoring\nFederal Programs\, Reporting & Compliance\nSocial Media Act & Filtering Content\nGrant Writing & Fundraising\nTemporary Staffing Solutions\nPeople\, Culture\, and Leadership Development\nSchool Board & School Leader Relationships\nFacilities
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/2025-maximizing-student-success-conference/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel\, One Hartsfield Center Parkway\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30354\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T164524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T165215Z
UID:10000210-1758531600-1758546000@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Government Accounting 101 - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will understand the basics of accounting\, navigate the Georgia Department of Education LUA accounting manual\, and learn how to avoid common accounting mistakes. Key topics include the accounting equation\, basic financial statement preparation\, monthly closing tips\, and a review of common accounting transactions. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program. 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/government-accounting-101-fw25/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:GA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T164524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T165215Z
UID:10000211-1758618000-1758632400@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Government Accounting 101 - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will understand the basics of accounting\, navigate the Georgia Department of Education LUA accounting manual\, and learn how to avoid common accounting mistakes. Key topics include the accounting equation\, basic financial statement preparation\, monthly closing tips\, and a review of common accounting transactions. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program. 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/government-accounting-101-fw25/2025-09-23/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T165111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T165244Z
UID:10000212-1759741200-1759755600@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:QBE Funding & School Budget Development - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will gain a comprehensive\, big-picture and detailed understanding of the QBE formula and all its input variables\, including the funding formula calculation\, program weights\, FTE counts\, allotment sheets\, budget services reports from the Georgia Department of Education\, and the 18 programs included in the QBE formula. Participants will also learn how to prepare for a successful annual budgeting process\, how to budget for state\, local\, federal\, and grant revenue\, how to budget for personnel and other expenses\, and how to manage the budget to actual performance throughout the year. In addition\, the course will cover long-term forecasting and budget policy. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/qbe-funding-school-budget-development-fw25/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T165111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T165244Z
UID:10000213-1759914000-1759928400@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:QBE Funding & School Budget Development - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will gain a comprehensive\, big-picture and detailed understanding of the QBE formula and all its input variables\, including the funding formula calculation\, program weights\, FTE counts\, allotment sheets\, budget services reports from the Georgia Department of Education\, and the 18 programs included in the QBE formula. Participants will also learn how to prepare for a successful annual budgeting process\, how to budget for state\, local\, federal\, and grant revenue\, how to budget for personnel and other expenses\, and how to manage the budget to actual performance throughout the year. In addition\, the course will cover long-term forecasting and budget policy. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/qbe-funding-school-budget-development-fw25/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T165454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T165454Z
UID:10000214-1761555600-1761570000@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Foundational & Strategic Fiscal Policy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will receive a foundational policy framework and learn the basics of policy development\, implementation\, and evaluation. Policy topics include budget development\, budget amendments\, internal controls\, spending limits and approval requirements\, policy development and implementation best practices\, and effective policies. Participants will also understand how to align policies with mission and school culture\, how to align budgeting policy with strategic planning and forecasting\, how to mitigate risk through policy development\, how to update policies\, and how to monitor ongoing financial performance. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/foundational-strategic-fiscal-policy-development-implementation-evaluation-fw-25/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:GA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T165454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T165454Z
UID:10000215-1761728400-1761742800@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Foundational & Strategic Fiscal Policy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will receive a foundational policy framework and learn the basics of policy development\, implementation\, and evaluation. Policy topics include budget development\, budget amendments\, internal controls\, spending limits and approval requirements\, policy development and implementation best practices\, and effective policies. Participants will also understand how to align policies with mission and school culture\, how to align budgeting policy with strategic planning and forecasting\, how to mitigate risk through policy development\, how to update policies\, and how to monitor ongoing financial performance. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/foundational-strategic-fiscal-policy-development-implementation-evaluation-fw-25/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T171001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T171001Z
UID:10000217-1762160400-1762174800@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn best practices for the entire procurement cycle\, policy and regulatory implications\, the relationship between internal controls and procurement\, the RFP process\, and best practices. The course also reviews policies and procedures that allow for a sound bidding process. Additional topics include purchasing procedures\, billing systems\, contract negotiation and execution\, and vendor management. Participants will learn about payroll requirements and systems\, compensation models and salary scale creation\, payroll and compensation policy\, the Fair Labor Standards Act\, the W-2 process\, employee benefits\, the Teachers Retirement System of GA (TRS)\, payroll processing\, payroll taxes and remittances\, payroll deductions\, reporting and recording payroll\, internal controls related to payroll\, payroll resources\, and the benefits of having an HRIS. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/procurement-payroll-compensation-fw-25/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:GA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T171001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T171001Z
UID:10000218-1762333200-1762347600@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn best practices for the entire procurement cycle\, policy and regulatory implications\, the relationship between internal controls and procurement\, the RFP process\, and best practices. The course also reviews policies and procedures that allow for a sound bidding process. Additional topics include purchasing procedures\, billing systems\, contract negotiation and execution\, and vendor management. Participants will learn about payroll requirements and systems\, compensation models and salary scale creation\, payroll and compensation policy\, the Fair Labor Standards Act\, the W-2 process\, employee benefits\, the Teachers Retirement System of GA (TRS)\, payroll processing\, payroll taxes and remittances\, payroll deductions\, reporting and recording payroll\, internal controls related to payroll\, payroll resources\, and the benefits of having an HRIS. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/procurement-payroll-compensation-fw-25/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T171240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T172309Z
UID:10000219-1763370000-1763384400@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn to develop and maintain robust internal control structures\, systems\, and policies to ensure that sound fiscal management practices are in place. Topics include creating a culture of financial discipline\, segregation of duties\, grant management\, travel reimbursement practices\, procurement\, internal control reviews and sample testing\, policies and procedures\, risk management\, fraud detection\, and insurance. Participants will learn how to implement sound systems of financial oversight. Topics include effective board and finance committee management\, financial dashboard planning\, key financial reports and timing\, and fiduciary roles and responsibilities. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-fw25/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T171240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T172309Z
UID:10000220-1763542800-1763557200@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn to develop and maintain robust internal control structures\, systems\, and policies to ensure that sound fiscal management practices are in place. Topics include creating a culture of financial discipline\, segregation of duties\, grant management\, travel reimbursement practices\, procurement\, internal control reviews and sample testing\, policies and procedures\, risk management\, fraud detection\, and insurance. Participants will learn how to implement sound systems of financial oversight. Topics include effective board and finance committee management\, financial dashboard planning\, key financial reports and timing\, and fiduciary roles and responsibilities. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-fw25/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20250813T174052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T174335Z
UID:10000222-1765357200-1765371600@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Audit Preparation Best Practices - Fall Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop an understanding of the audit process and the audit preparation process. Content includes internal controls\, auditor selection\, internal audit\, financial reporting\, audit policy development\, common auditor requests\, and audit preparation calendar. \nEnroll Today. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-fw25/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:GA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T143000
DTSTAMP:20260602T091216
CREATED:20260113T185201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T185201Z
UID:10000224-1768570200-1768573800@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Series: BIP
DESCRIPTION:ABA Support with certified Applied Behavior Analyst Brian Brutzman. Builds on the first session with guidance on creating and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP). Register Now
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/special-education-series-bip/
LOCATION:GA
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