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SUMMARY:Government Accounting 101 - Spring 2026
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 for sessions beginning Tuesday\, Feb. 17. Attendees can register for individual courses or the entire program. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/government-accounting-101-spring-2026/2026-02-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T140000
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SUMMARY:GCSA Webinar Series Title IX
DESCRIPTION:Title IX investigations and hearings with Morgan Felts\, 21 Cobalt. Register Now.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/gcsa-webinar-series-title-ix/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260312
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SUMMARY:2026 Georgia Charter Schools Conference
DESCRIPTION:Reserve your spot for the 2026 Georgia Charter Schools Conference\, March 9-11\, at the Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galleria. Join school leaders\, board members\, business managers\, educators\, and advocates for the largest statewide gathering of Georgia’s charter community.  \nSponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available! If you’re interested in sponsoring or exhibiting\, please reach out to Alicia Turlington. 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/2026-georgia-charter-schools-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T130000
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SUMMARY:QBE Funding & School Budget Development - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/qbe-funding-school-budget-development-spring-2026/2026-03-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T215611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T221255Z
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SUMMARY:QBE Funding & School Budget Development - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/qbe-funding-school-budget-development-spring-2026/2026-03-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T223612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T223714Z
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SUMMARY:Foundational & Strategic Fiscal Policy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/foundational-strategic-fiscal-policy-development-implementation-evaluation-spring-2026/2026-04-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T223612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T223714Z
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SUMMARY:Foundational & Strategic Fiscal Policy Development\, Implementation & Evaluation - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/foundational-strategic-fiscal-policy-development-implementation-evaluation-spring-2026/2026-04-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T222159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T222400Z
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SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation - Spring 2026
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-spring-2026-2/2026-04-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T222400Z
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SUMMARY:Procurement\, Payroll & Compensation - Spring 2026
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-spring-2026-2/2026-04-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T163000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260421T051718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T152609Z
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SUMMARY:Charter Capacity Interview Readiness Institute
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for the authorizer capacity interview through hands-on practice and expert feedback across key charter school operational areas. Join us in person for a powerful\, interactive Institute focused on building real capacity\, motivating your founding board\, and preparing to lead a school that serves students and communities well.  \nRegister now for the Charter Capacity Interview Readiness Institute!* \nDate: Saturday\, May 2\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM\nLocation: Atlanta SMART Academy | 2636 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW\, Atlanta\, GA 3031 \n* An important note if you’re planning to attend.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/charter-capacity-interview-readiness-institute/
LOCATION:2636 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest\, 2636 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30311\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260505T152712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T152740Z
UID:10000250-1778162400-1778166000@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:GCSA Webinar: Cut IT Costs Without Cutting Corners: In-House vs. Managed IT
DESCRIPTION:Managing school technology in-house comes with hidden costs that quietly drain your budget\, from redundant vendor contracts and unexpected repair bills to the overhead of full-time IT staff. In this webinar\, we’ll break down exactly where those dollars are going and show you a smarter alternative. You’ll walk away with a clear\, side-by-side financial picture of what in-house IT actually costs versus a fully managed solution – and how schools are saving tens of thousands of dollars and improving IT posture. Learn more. 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/gcsa-webinar-cut-it-costs-without-cutting-corners-in-house-vs-managed-it/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T222833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T223402Z
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SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-6/2026-05-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T222833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T223402Z
UID:10000244-1778662800-1778677200@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Internal Controls & Effective Financial Oversight - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/internal-controls-effective-financial-oversight-6/2026-05-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T223149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T223639Z
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SUMMARY:Audit Preparation Best Practices - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-7/2026-06-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260130T223149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T223639Z
UID:10000246-1781856000-1781870400@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Audit Preparation Best Practices - Spring 2026
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. Learn more.
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/audit-preparation-best-practices-7/2026-06-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T163000
DTSTAMP:20260602T095241
CREATED:20260602T121425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T121425Z
UID:10000251-1782381600-1782405000@gacharters.org
SUMMARY:Charter School Founders Summit
DESCRIPTION:Register now! The Charter School Founders Summit is a full-day conference experience on Thursday\, June 25\, in Savannah at the Henderson E. Formey\, Jr. Early Learning Center. This Charter Schools 101 experience is designed to give you a clear\, real-world understanding of what it takes to start a charter school in Georgia. Participants will explore the full charter school journey — from shaping an early vision and building community support to governance\, finance\, and operational readiness — grounded in best practices and lessons from experienced charter leaders across Georgia. The summit is designed for aspiring charter school founders\, current charter school petitioners\, potential founding board members\, educators\, and community leaders early in the charter school development process. Learn more. 
URL:https://gacharters.org/event/charter-school-founders-summit/
LOCATION:Henderson E. Formey\, Jr. Early Learning Center\, 400 E Broad St\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
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