CSBA’s newest financial workshop is not just another mandatory session; it's a transformative experience designed to equip trustees with the tools and knowledge necessary to advance equity principles in every facet of their decision-making.
Why You Need This Training:
As a trustee, your role is pivotal in shaping the educational landscape of your district. You are entrusted with the responsibility of making strategic and budgeting decisions that directly impact the success of every student. In today's educational landscape, where equity is a paramount concern, it's imperative for trustees to understand how their decisions affect the equitable distribution of resources and opportunities among students.
How It Relates to Your Role:
This training program is meticulously crafted to align with a school board member's core responsibilities. It delves into the intricate relationship between strategic planning and budget development processes, emphasizing the need for alignment. By understanding this nexus, trustees can effectively advocate for resources addressing pressing academic and organizational issues, fostering an environment conducive to student success.
Enhancing Financial Decision-Making Through an Equity Lens:
At the heart of this program lies the concept of equity-driven decision-making. Attendees will learn to assess the health of their district's budget and discern how it intersects with the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). Participants will gain insights into an equity-focused framework for strategic decision-making, ensuring that resources are allocated to promote fairness and inclusivity.
What You Can Take Away:
By the end of this training program, attendees will emerge with a comprehensive understanding of:
- The intricacies of the district budget and its implications for student outcomes.
- The symbiotic relationship between budgeting and the LCAP, enabling informed decision-making.
- Practical tools and strategies for conducting equity assessments as a school board member.
- The importance of aligning resource allocation with equity goals, fostering a culture of fairness and inclusion.
- The board's pivotal role in the strategic budgeting and planning process, driving positive change for students and communities alike.
Join us in this transformative journey towards equitable education for all students. Together, we can build a brighter future for California's youth. Sign up now and be one of the change-makers in education!
Attending both days is required to complete this course. Please commit to both dates/times before registering.
One week before the course, participants will receive the Know Before You Go eblast Zoom links and materials download.
Zoom Schedule:
Thursday, November 14, 2024 (Part 1)
8:30 a.m. | Training begins
12:30 p.m.| Training ends
Friday, November 15, 2024 (Part 2)
8:30 a.m. | Training begins
12:30 p.m.| Training ends
Registration fee: $325 standard registration / Late registration: $400 (Beginning on October 17, 2024) Registration closes October 31, 2024.
Fee includes materials