The Ohio School Boards Association invites all central office staff and school building administrative assistants and professionals to join us in a day full of learning where we will exchange ideas and forge valuable connections with other administrative professionals from across the state.

Join us on Friday, Oct. 11, dressed in your district colors, and bring your A-game! Let OSBA help you create a stellar administrative team, explore AI for everyday use in the office, get you up to speed with the latest policies affecting districts and provide self-care strategies that prioritize well-being in all areas of life.

Please register for in-person workshop by Monday, October 7, 2024.
Virtual Registration is available until Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

Sessions

Date Title Location
10/11/24 [In-Person] Administrative Professionals Workshop 8050 N. High St Suite 100 Columbus , OH 43235
10/11/24 [Virtual] Administrative Professionals Workshop Webinar

Friday October 11, 2024

9:30 a.m.
In-Person Registration
9:50 a.m.
Zoom room opens

For our live virtual guests, the zoom room will open by 9:50 a.m. 

Trouble with your log-in? Contact Scott Clay (sclay@ohioschoolboards.org) or 614.635.1916.

10 a.m.
Welcome and introductions
10:05 a.m.
Going the distance with self-care
Dr. Kathy McFarland, chief executive officer, OSBA

In the busy world of public schools, support staff are essential for smooth operations. This presentation offers practical tools and strategies to help them prioritize their well-being. Through interactive discussions and exercises, participants will leave with a personalized self-care plan and renewed motivation to enhance their health and happiness. Let’s empower our support staff to thrive in their crucial roles.

10:50 a.m.
Break
10:55 a.m.
Upping your game: Mastering AI in the workplace and beyond
Gamy Narvaez, policy consultant, OSBA

AI is everywhere and can quickly become overwhelming, but OSBA is here to help. Our expert helps you tackle common AI questions, everyday uses both inside and outside the schoolhouse, and tips and tricks, including how to write a great prompt for generative AI like ChatGPT and others!

11:40 a.m.
Lunch & Networking

Menu will be posted ahead of the workshop. Please let Scott Clay (sclay@ohioschoolboards.org) know if you have any dietary restrictions, allergies, or other dietary needs.

12:15 p.m.
Getting up to speed: New Policies to keep your building current
Kenna S. Haycox, deputy director of board and management services, OSBA
Put your best foot forward with OSBA as we discuss key policies impacting your role in your school district. The informative session covers everything from ODEW's new model cellphone policy to changes in board meeting procedures and OSBA's brand new AI and cybersecurity sample policies. Policy changes fast, but OSBA experts are here to help you keep up!
1 p.m.
Break
1:05 p.m.
Teamwork makes the dream work
Kristi Robbins, board and management services consultant, OSBA
This team-building session will emphasize enhancing collaboration and communication skills through engaging activities and practical exercises. Participants will discover strategies and tools to improve communication, streamline processes and build a cohesive, high-performing team within their school districts.
2 p.m.
Adjournment