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SUMMARY:Financial Management Certification : Audit Preparation Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Jan. 13 & Friday\, Jan. 14\n9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nREGISTER NOW!  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. \nRegister for the Audit Preparation Best Practices course HERE. \nThe Audit Preparation Best Practices course is one of six courses offered in GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program. You can sign up to attend a single course or learn more about the entire program HERE.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/financial-management-certification-audit-preparation-best-practices/2022-01-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220113T093000
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SUMMARY:Financial Management Certification : Audit Preparation Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Jan. 13 & Friday\, Jan. 14\n9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nREGISTER NOW!  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. \nRegister for the Audit Preparation Best Practices course HERE. \nThe Audit Preparation Best Practices course is one of six courses offered in GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program. You can sign up to attend a single course or learn more about the entire program HERE.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/financial-management-certification-audit-preparation-best-practices/2022-01-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220111T130000
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CREATED:20220107T181501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T171017Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher Certification “Lunch & Learn” Series
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! GCSA is holding a “Lunch and Learn” information session on Tuesday\, Feb. 1\, to provide more information about teacher certification in Georgia. This session is specifically tailored to school leaders. Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about GCSA’s GaTAPP program and to ask general certification questions. Leaders will also be provided with details on how teacher certification can increase the funding their schools receive through the state formula. \nTeacher Certification “Lunch & Learn” Series \n2/1\, 12-1 p.m. – REGISTER HERE \nIf you have additional questions\, please contact Andrey Hill\, Program Coordinator for GCSA’s GaTAPP program.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/teacher-certification-lunch-learn-series/2022-01-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T133000
DTSTAMP:20211116T195341Z
CREATED:20211116T195024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T195341Z
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SUMMARY:Financial Mgt. Certification: Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Dec. 8 & Friday\, Dec. 10\n9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nREGISTER NOW!  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. \nAttendees will also 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. \nRegister for the Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight course HERE. \nThe Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight course is one of six courses offered in GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program. You can sign up to attend a single course or learn more about the entire program HERE.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/financial-mgt-certification-internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight/2021-12-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T183000
DTSTAMP:20211201T164306Z
CREATED:20210816T160328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T164306Z
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SUMMARY:Board Boosts – FY22 Digital Governance Series
DESCRIPTION:Subscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series gets underway in September. Learn more. \nAs part of the training series\, join our Board Boosts monthly on the second Thursday. The training takes place from 12-1 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m. (1 HOUR CREDIT) \nBOARD BOOSTS: Board Boost is a forum of 60-minute sessions\, where we tackle some of the most common governance challenges and explore critical topics\, such as succession planning\, onboarding\, academic oversight\, and effective school leader oversight.  During these sessions\, participants will engage with members of other boards to share solutions from the field during our facilitated discussions. During these sessions\, you will learn of best practices and receive resources you can use immediately to boost the effectiveness of your board. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/21631/2021-12-09/2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211209T130000
DTSTAMP:20211201T164306Z
CREATED:20210816T160328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T164306Z
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SUMMARY:Board Boosts – FY22 Digital Governance Series
DESCRIPTION:Subscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series gets underway in September. Learn more. \nAs part of the training series\, join our Board Boosts monthly on the second Thursday. The training takes place from 12-1 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m. (1 HOUR CREDIT) \nBOARD BOOSTS: Board Boost is a forum of 60-minute sessions\, where we tackle some of the most common governance challenges and explore critical topics\, such as succession planning\, onboarding\, academic oversight\, and effective school leader oversight.  During these sessions\, participants will engage with members of other boards to share solutions from the field during our facilitated discussions. During these sessions\, you will learn of best practices and receive resources you can use immediately to boost the effectiveness of your board. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/21631/2021-12-09/1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211208T133000
DTSTAMP:20211116T195341Z
CREATED:20211116T195024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T195341Z
UID:10000085-1638955800-1638970200@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Financial Mgt. Certification: Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Dec. 8 & Friday\, Dec. 10\n9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nREGISTER NOW!  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. \nAttendees will also 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. \nRegister for the Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight course HERE. \nThe Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight course is one of six courses offered in GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program. You can sign up to attend a single course or learn more about the entire program HERE.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/financial-mgt-certification-internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight/2021-12-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T183000
DTSTAMP:20211116T202943Z
CREATED:20211015T190413Z
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SUMMARY:Live Webinar - FY22 Digital Governance Training Series
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nSubscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series is underway and goes through June 30\, 2022. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars\n\n**NEW** GOVERNANCE RESOURCE LIBRARY \n\nDo you have a particular system you’re trying to develop within the board? \nAre you looking for a template for a particular document?\n\nWe think you’ll be excited about this new feature of our digital series!  We have compiled a catalog of frequently-requested guidance documents and templates for you to access whenever you need them.            \nFY22 LIVE WEBINAR CALENDAR\n \nOnce your board has registered for the FY22 GSA Digital Governance Training Series\, you will receive Zoom login information for the sessions below.\n\n 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/live-webinar-fy22-digital-governance-training-series/2021-12-01/2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T130000
DTSTAMP:20211116T202943Z
CREATED:20211015T190413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T202943Z
UID:10000081-1638360000-1638363600@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Live Webinar - FY22 Digital Governance Training Series
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nSubscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series is underway and goes through June 30\, 2022. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars\n\n**NEW** GOVERNANCE RESOURCE LIBRARY \n\nDo you have a particular system you’re trying to develop within the board? \nAre you looking for a template for a particular document?\n\nWe think you’ll be excited about this new feature of our digital series!  We have compiled a catalog of frequently-requested guidance documents and templates for you to access whenever you need them.            \nFY22 LIVE WEBINAR CALENDAR\n \nOnce your board has registered for the FY22 GSA Digital Governance Training Series\, you will receive Zoom login information for the sessions below.\n\n 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/live-webinar-fy22-digital-governance-training-series/2021-12-01/1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211112T133000
DTSTAMP:20211103T182437Z
CREATED:20211103T182437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T182437Z
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SUMMARY:Payroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Nov. 10 & Friday\, Nov. 12\n9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nREGISTER NOW! 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. \nAttendees will also 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. \nRegister for the Payroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices HERE. \nThe Payroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices course is one of six courses offered in GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program. You can sign up to attend a single course or learn more about the entire program HERE.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/payroll-compensation-procurement-policies-practices/2021-11-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T183000
DTSTAMP:20211201T164306Z
CREATED:20210816T160328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T164306Z
UID:10000074-1636651800-1636655400@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Board Boosts – FY22 Digital Governance Series
DESCRIPTION:Subscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series gets underway in September. Learn more. \nAs part of the training series\, join our Board Boosts monthly on the second Thursday. The training takes place from 12-1 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m. (1 HOUR CREDIT) \nBOARD BOOSTS: Board Boost is a forum of 60-minute sessions\, where we tackle some of the most common governance challenges and explore critical topics\, such as succession planning\, onboarding\, academic oversight\, and effective school leader oversight.  During these sessions\, participants will engage with members of other boards to share solutions from the field during our facilitated discussions. During these sessions\, you will learn of best practices and receive resources you can use immediately to boost the effectiveness of your board. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/21631/2021-11-11/2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211111T130000
DTSTAMP:20211201T164306Z
CREATED:20210816T160328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T164306Z
UID:10000073-1636632000-1636635600@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Board Boosts – FY22 Digital Governance Series
DESCRIPTION:Subscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series gets underway in September. Learn more. \nAs part of the training series\, join our Board Boosts monthly on the second Thursday. The training takes place from 12-1 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m. (1 HOUR CREDIT) \nBOARD BOOSTS: Board Boost is a forum of 60-minute sessions\, where we tackle some of the most common governance challenges and explore critical topics\, such as succession planning\, onboarding\, academic oversight\, and effective school leader oversight.  During these sessions\, participants will engage with members of other boards to share solutions from the field during our facilitated discussions. During these sessions\, you will learn of best practices and receive resources you can use immediately to boost the effectiveness of your board. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/21631/2021-11-11/1/
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T133000
DTSTAMP:20211103T182437Z
CREATED:20211103T182437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T182437Z
UID:10000083-1636536600-1636551000@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Payroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Nov. 10 & Friday\, Nov. 12\n9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nREGISTER NOW! 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. \nAttendees will also 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. \nRegister for the Payroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices HERE. \nThe Payroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices course is one of six courses offered in GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program. You can sign up to attend a single course or learn more about the entire program HERE.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/payroll-compensation-procurement-policies-practices/2021-11-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T183000
DTSTAMP:20211116T202943Z
CREATED:20211015T190413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T202943Z
UID:10000080-1635960600-1635964200@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Live Webinar - FY22 Digital Governance Training Series
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nSubscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series is underway and goes through June 30\, 2022. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars\n\n**NEW** GOVERNANCE RESOURCE LIBRARY \n\nDo you have a particular system you’re trying to develop within the board? \nAre you looking for a template for a particular document?\n\nWe think you’ll be excited about this new feature of our digital series!  We have compiled a catalog of frequently-requested guidance documents and templates for you to access whenever you need them.            \nFY22 LIVE WEBINAR CALENDAR\n \nOnce your board has registered for the FY22 GSA Digital Governance Training Series\, you will receive Zoom login information for the sessions below.\n\n 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/live-webinar-fy22-digital-governance-training-series/2021-11-03/2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T130000
DTSTAMP:20211116T202943Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T202943Z
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SUMMARY:Live Webinar - FY22 Digital Governance Training Series
DESCRIPTION: \n\n\nSubscribe now to our FY22 Digital Governance Training Series! The training series is underway and goes through June 30\, 2022. \nCost:\n$1\,000.00  \nGeorgia Charter Schools Association is the premier training provider for charter schools across Georgia.  Our governance training series is designed to offer locally-approved charter school boards the training\, resources and support needed to deliver strategic and effective oversight.  In order to meet the requirements of O.C.G.A § 20-2-2072 and SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06\, board training must be conducted by an SBOE-approved provider. All of GCSA’s governance training can apply to the annual charter school board training requirements.  \nThe FY22 governance training content will be launched through Canvas in September. All boards are required to register for the GCSA Digital Governance Training Series in order to gain access for their board members. The GCSA Digital Governance gives boards access to a comprehensive package of digital governance training.  The series will allow board members to meet the requirements of SBOE Rule 160-4-9-.06 and increase the effectiveness of their practice.  With a GCSA Digital Governance subscription\, you will have 3 ways to engage with the content and sessions offered: \n\nBoard Boost\nLIVE Webinars \nON-DEMAND Webinars\n\n**NEW** GOVERNANCE RESOURCE LIBRARY \n\nDo you have a particular system you’re trying to develop within the board? \nAre you looking for a template for a particular document?\n\nWe think you’ll be excited about this new feature of our digital series!  We have compiled a catalog of frequently-requested guidance documents and templates for you to access whenever you need them.            \nFY22 LIVE WEBINAR CALENDAR\n \nOnce your board has registered for the FY22 GSA Digital Governance Training Series\, you will receive Zoom login information for the sessions below.\n\n 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/live-webinar-fy22-digital-governance-training-series/2021-11-03/1/
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SUMMARY:Policy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation\, Oct. 25 & Oct. 28
DESCRIPTION:GCSA Financial Management Certification Program – FY22\n\n\nREGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually this fall and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week. Our training kicked off this month. You can still sign up for four of the six remaining courses. \nMake-up courses are offered in the spring. Attendees may register to attend one or all courses in a given semester.   \nThis training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee school financial operations. However\, registration is open to all interested charter school employees. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice – once in the fall\, and again in the spring.   \nThe courses start at 9:30 a.m. and end at 1:30 p.m. The following courses are offered during the fall semester: \n\nPolicy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation: Monday\, Oct. 25 & Thursday\, Oct. 28\nPayroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices: Wednesday\, Nov. 10 & Friday\, Nov. 12\nInternal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight: Wednesday\, Dec. 8 & Friday\, Dec. 10\nAudit Preparation Best Practices: Thursday\, Jan. 14 & Friday\, Jan. 15\n\nCOST\nThe cost per course is $300\, or $1620 for all six courses\, which includes a 10% discount if paid in full upfront.  The course fee must be paid prior to the beginning of each course.  \nScholarships are available to SCSC authorized schools. \nREGISTRATION\nTo register\, please complete this registration form. If you have any questions about the course\, email Leslie Gabbianelli\, GCSA’s Vice President of Finance. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \nIf an attendee misses a course in the fall\, they will have the opportunity to complete it again in the spring.  Following each of the six required courses\, attendees must take and pass an exam (with a score of 75% or higher) to earn their certification. Participants have up to three years to take and pass all exams in order to earn certification.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/qbe-funding-school-budget-development-thursday-oct-14-friday-oct-15/2021-10-28/
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SUMMARY:Policy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation\, Oct. 25 & Oct. 28
DESCRIPTION:GCSA Financial Management Certification Program – FY22\n\n\nREGISTER NOW for GCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program!  \nGCSA’s Financial Management Certification Program is offered virtually this fall and is comprised of six courses. Each course is split into two\, four-hour sessions in the same week. Our training kicked off this month. You can still sign up for four of the six remaining courses. \nMake-up courses are offered in the spring. Attendees may register to attend one or all courses in a given semester.   \nThis training is specifically designed to build the expertise and knowledge of charter school leaders and board members who oversee school financial operations. However\, registration is open to all interested charter school employees. Our rigorous program is tailored to address the unique financial issues facing charter schools.  \nEach course will be offered twice – once in the fall\, and again in the spring.   \nThe courses start at 9:30 a.m. and end at 1:30 p.m. The following courses are offered during the fall semester: \n\nPolicy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation: Monday\, Oct. 25 & Thursday\, Oct. 28\nPayroll\, Compensation & Procurement Policies & Practices: Wednesday\, Nov. 10 & Friday\, Nov. 12\nInternal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight: Wednesday\, Dec. 8 & Friday\, Dec. 10\nAudit Preparation Best Practices: Thursday\, Jan. 14 & Friday\, Jan. 15\n\nCOST\nThe cost per course is $300\, or $1620 for all six courses\, which includes a 10% discount if paid in full upfront.  The course fee must be paid prior to the beginning of each course.  \nScholarships are available to SCSC authorized schools. \nREGISTRATION\nTo register\, please complete this registration form. If you have any questions about the course\, email Leslie Gabbianelli\, GCSA’s Vice President of Finance. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION \nIf an attendee misses a course in the fall\, they will have the opportunity to complete it again in the spring.  Following each of the six required courses\, attendees must take and pass an exam (with a score of 75% or higher) to earn their certification. Participants have up to three years to take and pass all exams in order to earn certification.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/qbe-funding-school-budget-development-thursday-oct-14-friday-oct-15/2021-10-25/
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