Join Us at the Florida Charter School Conference!
Linda Chambers
October 10, 2024
The Florida Charter Institute will be hosting a range of sessions at the upcoming Florida Charter School Conference. We’re covering key topics to help charter school leaders succeed. Here’s a quick look at our offerings:
Visit Us at the FCI Booth
Connect with our team at the Florida Charter Institute booth, where you can ask questions and learn more about how we support charter school leaders. Register to win one of five free tickets for upcoming Teach Like A Champion trainings!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
- ESE Best Practices
- Tuesday – 1:45 – 2:45pm ● Bonaire 7
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=104
- Presenters: Lindsey Granger, Christy Noe, Kim Cavanah, Principals from: Dr. Tandria Callins (Language and Literacy Academy), Carla Lovett (Executive Director, SouthTech Schools), and Melissa Omeechevarria (Seaside Beaches)
- Explore case studies from Florida’s charter schools excelling in serving students with disabilities. Learn about effective practices, discuss findings, and engage in a Q&A with school leaders and researchers. Gain insights to enhance educational outcomes for students receiving ESE services.
- Launch Year Training
- Tuesday, 1:45 – 4:00 ● Curacao 5
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=107
- Presenters: Dana Vignale, Christine Mentis and Linda Chambers
- Join the Charter Support Unit for a transformative workshop designed to equip new charter school leaders with essential skills for a successful launch. Gain insights into governance, compliance, marketing, financial management, and more, ensuring your school opens and thrives. Don’t miss this opportunity to turn vision into reality.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
- What Your Authorizer Is Looking For In A Quality Application
- Wednesday, 12:30 – 2:45 ● Grand Sierra F
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=309
- Presenters: Curtis Fuller, Susie Miller Carello, Christy Noe and Stephen Ayres (Marion County)
- Learn what authorizers look for in charter school applications. Explore key areas like governance, legal compliance, and financial planning. Understand common pitfalls and gain tips to craft a compelling, compliant application. Essential for new charter operators.
- Why We Should Be Talking about Florida
- Wednesday, 12:30 – 1:30 ● Curacao 1
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=304
- Presenters: Kathryn Perkins, Paul Powell, Jeff Wasbes and Robert Pondiscio
- The Florida Charter Institute is excited to unveil achievement and innovation headlines from the nation’s top education state, and offer a deep dive into student outcomes that make Florida the state to watch. We’ll also offer insight into the concrete practices that are leading to Florida’s impressive achievement.
- Budget Monitoring and Financial Oversight for Charter School Governing Boards
- Wednesday, 3:15 – 4:15 ● Curacao 1
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=505
- Dana Vignale and Heather Clay
- Equip your charter school’s governing board with essential financial oversight skills. Learn to monitor budgets, understand financial reports, and ensure transparency, even when using management firms. This session emphasizes the importance of the RedBook guidelines and strategic financial planning.
- Best Practices for Strong Board Governance
- Wednesday 4:30 – 5:30 ● Bonaire 7
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=604
- Presenters: Christine Mentis, Dana Vignale and Kathleen Schoenberg
- Have you ever questioned how high-performing charter schools consistently advance their mission? Well, it’s almost always due to a high-performing governing board working effectively in collaboration with the school’s leadership. Attend this session to gain insight regarding best practices to keep your charter school’s governing board energized and mobilized towards fulfilling your school’s mission and goals!
- Becoming Your Own LEA
- Wednesday, 4:30 – 5:30 ● Grand Sierra F
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=609
- Presenters: Carlos Capellan, Curtis Fuller and Christy Noe
- FCI elevates the research on Local Education Agencies. Learn what a Local Education Agency is and how you can become one. We explore why it is beneficial and the important areas of focus if pursuing officially becoming an LEA. Important Definitions, Action Steps, Statutes/Laws to Know, Funding and More…
- Teaching and Leading Best Practice with the Florida Charter Institute
- Wednesday, 4:30 – 5:30 ● Curacao 1
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=605
- Presenters: Paul Powell and Kathryn Perkins
- The “Teaching, Learning, and Leadership” wing at the Florida Charter Institute (FCI) is excited to present on instructional best practice to practitioners state-wide. In this “frame within a frame” session, FCI founders will share research-backed best practice in leading discourse with students while also modeling best-in-class facilitation of adult learning. Participants will have the chance to see and reflect on both elements, as well as learn how to get involved in FCI’s mission to elevate all aspects of Florida’s incredible charter sector!
Thursday, November 21, 2024
- Using the Indicators of Distress Survey Tool for Charter School Success
- Thursday, 8:30 – 9:30 ● Bonaire 5
- https://www.charterschoolconference.com/2024/session_detail.php?id_pres_session=703
- Presenters: Curtis Fuller and Christine Mentis
- Learn to use the FCI’s online survey tool, based on the National Charter School Resource Center’s Indicators of Distress, to monitor your charter school’s health. This session covers setting up surveys, interpreting results, and accessing resources to address potential issues proactively.
