2022 ACSA Superintendents' Symposium: Full Schedule

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Speakers

Keith A. Poch

Regional Vice President, AIG

Gary A Hersch, CFP®

Senior District Vice President South Coast District, AIG

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Desert Vista A (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner AP Keenan - Bent, but not Broken; Emerging from COVID more resilient, creative and hopeful

Over the past 18 months, COVID has consumed our lives and taken us out of our comfort zone. Yet, we have learned to adapt, learned new technology and new ways of delivering services. This session will look how COVID has affected our resilience, our creativity and comfort levels. You will learn positive, uplifting strategies to focus on, so we don't come out of the pandemic the way we came into the pandemic. We are bent, but not broken.

Speakers

Kathy Espinoza

Assistant Vice President, Ergonomics and Safety, AP Keenan

Kathy Espinoza is a board certified Professional Ergonomist with dual master’s degrees; one in Work Science/Physiology and the other in Business Administration. She has worked at Keenan for over 15 years, providing ergonomic assessments and injury prevention training to healthcare... Read More →

ACSA Bent but not Broken Espinoza 012622 pdf

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Gardenia B

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner Blackboard - Six Ways to Fund Your Stakeholder Engagement Efforts

The pandemic has made many things about education infinitely more difficult from supporting student success and retaining high-quality staff, to providing mental health support and connecting with stakeholders. Even on a good day, superintendents can be challenged to find the funding to address these key needs. However, the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) provides for 15 allowabilities – that’s 15 different ways you can support students, staff and families through the use of these specially designated pandemic-related funds.

Speakers

Lesley Bruinton, APR

Executive Vice President, Nichols Strategies

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Grand Salon DE (Hotel)

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner Capturing Kids' Hearts - The Foundation for Social Emotional Learning

Many of our students today carry unreasonable expectations, stress from home, trauma, loneliness, not to mention the deep impact that COVID-19 and social unrest have had on all of us. We know, and the research proves, the weight of these things are greatly impeding educational progress. There has never been a more critical time for Leadership to focus on Social Emotional Learning and the needs of our students and staff. We believe, “if you have a child’s heart, you have a child’s mind.” If teachers create a relational connection to students, or “Capture Kids’ Hearts®,” performance accelerates, and behaviors greatly improve because kids want to be in school. The same can be said of leadership and all staff who face challenges. When school culture is built on relationships that tend to social-emotional needs, it is proven that campuses, districts, and entire communities can be transformed.

Speakers

Vern Hazard

Senior Vice President, Solutions, Capturing Kids' Hearts

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Grand Salon FGH (Hotel)

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner ETS - Assessments in a Covid World

As districts deal with a combination of in-person and distance learning,interim assessments, ELPAC, and SBAC assessments are changing. We will discuss how these assessments can be used both remotely and in-person. The discussion will also include how interims can be used to guide instruction. Finally, the presenter will provide an update on how ETS is redesigning the methods in which we assist districts in completing state requirements.

Speakers

Bob Martin

Director of Programs, ETS

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Grand Salon ABC (Hotel)

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner Forecast 5 Analytics - What is your data telling you on where you are now and where you are going

As the first half of the school year comes to a close, data and analytics are central to any district communicating to all stakeholder, where are we now and where are we going for the remainder of the school year. Learn how district leadership teams have used analytics to related to chronic absenteeism, course grades and suspensions, to communicate student performance this school year. See how districts are using Early Warning Indicators to proactively mobilize resources to support all students.

Speakers

Dave Cash

Business Development Executive, Forecast5 Analytics, Inc.

Josh Rader

Sales Director, Forecast5 Analytics, Inc.

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Gardenia A

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner Hazel Health - Robla School District’s Integrated Health Strategy: A Model for Equitable Student Wellness

Robla School District partnered with school-based mental and physical telehealth provider, Hazel Health, to quickly address critical social and emotional needs of students during the pandemic. Hear from Robla School District Superintendent, Ruben Reyes, and Hazel Health CEO, Josh Golomb, about how this partnership delivered expanded health services district-wide.

Speakers

Ruben Reyes

Superintendent, Robla SD

Josh Golomb

CEO, Hazel Health

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Desert Vista B (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner IQair - AIR POLLUTION The Impact on Student Health and Achievement

Every year, 7 million people die from air pollution. 600,000 of these deaths are children. IQAirand The IQAir Foundation are working to change this by bringing clean air to more than 1 million children. We operate the world’s largest real-time air quality platform –and we’re passionate about providing practical solutions for safe, healthy homes, workplaces, and schools.

Speakers

Dr. Shannon Soto

Chief Business Officer, Compton USD

Dr. Irella Perez

Community Outreach Specialist, IQAir Foundation

Nancy Dinella

Community Outreach Director, IQAir Foundation

Nancy Dinella serves as the Community Outreach Director for the IQAir Foundation, which partners with community groups, environmental justice groups to bring high efficiency air filtration and air quality monitoring to schools in highly polluted areas.In her leisure time, Nancy... Read More →

2170 ACSA 2022 Sup Symposium Presentation pdf

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Desert Vista D (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner Navigate360 - Addressing the Rise in Challenging Student Behaviors

Reports of challenging student behaviors have significantly increased this school year. The reasons for these behaviors can range from the impacts of COVID-19 – isolation, depression, anxiety and aggression – to bullying, cyberbullying, substance abuse and lack of coping skills.The ability to identify and manage the mental health needs of students must be a top priority as we move forward. With limited staff, limited resources and the unknown of just how many students will require support, however, the idea of connecting the dots related to concerning student behavior can seem overwhelming or feel impossible.This session will address how multidisciplinary teams can identify, address and manage threats of harm to self and others within their schools.

Speakers

Thom Jones

Senior Vice President, Threat Detection & Prevention, Navigate360

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Desert Vista E (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:00am PST

Partner Thought Exchange - The Power of Scaling Conversations

Most educational leaders agree that in order to embrace decisions, constituents need to see themselves represented in the process by which those decisions are made. Few leaders however have mastered this discipline. Some are terrified to even try. Asking for input takes courage. But what's worse - hearing what everyone thinks, or hearing only from a few who claim to represent everyone? In this session, you’ll hear from district leaders as they discuss the logistics, fears, challenges and opportunities of scaling conversations.

Speakers

Andy Krenz

Director of Education Operations, ThoughtExchange

Building widespread stakeholder ownership of your district initiatives, and building community trust in the the district administration.

Gorden Amerson

Superintendent, Duarte USD

Leisa Winston

Superintendent, Huntington Beach City SD

Marc Patterson

Superintendent, East Whittier City SD

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Exhibit Hall Theatre

Partner Presentations

11:45am PST

Exhibitor Lunch

Box lunches available for exhibitors, sponsors and partners.

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:45am - 12:45pm PST
Indian Wells MNOP (Conference Center)

Networking

11:45am PST

Networking Lunch

Wednesday January 26, 2022 11:45am - 12:45pm PST
Grove

Networking

1:00pm PST

General Session and Keynote Presentation - Sean Covey

4 Disciplines for Educators: Aligning goal achievement systems for your district
It’s one thing to set a goal.

It’s another thing to achieve it.

Join 4 Disciplines of Execution bestselling author and FranklinCovey Education President Sean Covey as he shares the simple formula for educators and administrators to make a real difference in the lives of their students. Tested, refined, and proven by thousands of schools and districts around the world, the 4 Disciplines enables classroom teachers, school principals, and district superintendents to achieve their highest priorities.

Wednesday January 26, 2022 1:00pm - 2:00pm PST
Indian Wells IJKL (Conference Center)

General Session

2:00pm PST

Panel Presentation - Chinatown Rising

Wednesday January 26, 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Indian Wells IJKL (Conference Center)

General Session

3:00pm PST

Break

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:00pm - 3:30pm PST
Indian Wells MNOP (Conference Center)

Networking

3:30pm PST

Explore How ST Math Creates Meaningful Learning in Any Context

Are your students developing mathematical understanding at a deep conceptual level? Whether your students have returned to the classroom, are distance learning, or some combination of both—we know many students are behind, and their needs are more varied than ever. Learning models need to incorporate instructional resources that are flexible, accessible, and can differentiate learning to allow students to succeed on grade-level content, regardless of where they start.

Join us to explore how ST Math enables meaningful math learning that meets the individual needs of students in any environment. Let's discuss how to facilitate effective math discourse both in the classroom and remotely.

Speakers

Eric Sbar

Regional VP, Partnerships, MIND Research Institute

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
Exhibit Hall Theatre

Concurrent Session

3:30pm PST

Effective Practices for Utilizing State and Federal Funds on Staffing Needs

Speakers

Leilani Aguinaldo

School Services of California

Danyel Conolley

School Services of California

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:30pm - 4:45pm PST
Grand Salon FGH (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

3:30pm PST

Focus Groups - New ACSA Executive Director

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:30pm - 4:45pm PST
Desert Vista D (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

3:30pm PST

Managing Public Debate in an Age of Political Divide

The current era of political division have placed school boards and superintendents in the middle of polarized public debate. This session is focused on the lessons three experienced superintendents from different areas of the State have learned to help address the challenges districts face from issues such as Critical Race Theory, required face masks and COVID-19 vaccine mandates.

Speakers

Kelly Bowers

Superintendent, Livermore Valley Jt. USD

Ron Carruth

Superintendent, El Dorado Union High School District

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:30pm - 4:45pm PST
Gardenia AB

Concurrent Session

3:30pm PST

Superintendent Contracts

Each year, the ACSA Member Assistance & Legal Support Team reviews approximately 100 Superintendent contracts. Some of these reviews are for new Superintendents who ask us to review their “proposed” contract, while other reviews are requested by experienced Superintendents who may simply be moving to another Superintendent’s position or seeking to revise their existing contract. In the course of conducting these reviews, the Advocates often find language that is problematic at best and potentially disastrous at worst. We, as Advocates, then send recommendations to the Superintendent for his/her consideration coupled with replacement language when appropriate. Our goal is always to provide each and every Superintendent with recommended contract language that provides the Superintendent with appropriate protections to which they are entitled. In addition, The Advocates will also share common issues for which Superintendents often call the MALST team for advice, including Board/Superintendent Relations and, when necessary, how to maneuver through a settlement agreement.

Speakers

Janet Morey

Member Assistance Team, ACSA

Lloyd Wamhof

Member Assistance & Legal Support Team, ACSA

John Almond

Member Assistance Advocate, ACSA

I am a retired superintendent from Northern California, and I have been working for ACSA for the past eight years as an Advocate for The Member Assistance and Legal Support Team.

Dr. Gary Rutherford

Member Assistance Team, ACSA

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:30pm - 4:45pm PST
Grand Salon ABC (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

3:30pm PST

The Uncivil Debate: Communication in an Era of Outrage

For two years, public schools have been trying to navigate through a “Perfect Storm” of controversies, catastrophes, and critical situations. Pandemic pandemonium, Critical Race Theory, natural disasters, mean-spirited politics, DEI (diversity, equity & inclusion), unlevel economic playing fields, declining enrollment, workforce turnover, sexual harassment and abuse, homelessness, immigration, learning loss, and parental choice. Public schools have become the battleground for an increasingly uncivil debate as these issues collide. In this session, veteran communicator Tom DeLapp will share his views about where we are and where we are headed when it comes to public engagement in education. He will also lead a collaborative discussion about practices, pitfalls, and possibilities for isolating and containing the negativity virus in our schools. Presenter: Tom DeLapp and Stephen Nichols

Speakers

Tom DeLapp

Communications Resources for Schools

A veteran of the communications industry with over 35 years of experience in both the public and private sectors, Tom DeLapp draws on a wealth of expertise and a national reputation as one of the premier school public relations professionals in the country. Mr. DeLapp is a highly... Read More →

Stephen Nichols

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:30pm - 4:45pm PST
Grand Salon DE (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

3:30pm PST

What’s New with the Legislature, CDE, Governor’s Office, and WASC

Dr. Edgar Zazueta, ACSA Senior Director of Policy and Government Relations, Dr. Greg Franklin, Superintendent of Tustin Unified School District and Dr. Barry Groves, President of The Western Association of Schools and Colleges, will present a policy and legislative update from the perspective of ACSA, the Superintendent, and WASC. Topics included are the Governor’s Budget; Proposed Legislative Policy; and the new streamlined in-person, hybrid and vitual WASC accreditation options.

Speakers

Edgar Zazueta

Sr. Director, Governmental Relations, ACSA

Dr. Barry Groves

President, Western Association of Schools and Colleges

I am in my fourth year in my current role. I have also worked at ACSA and for 23 years as Superintendent in Santa Clara County.

Dr. Greg Franklin

Superintendent, Tustin Unified School District

Wednesday January 26, 2022 3:30pm - 4:45pm PST
Desert Vista B (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

5:00pm PST

Dinner in the Desert

Wednesday January 26, 2022 5:00pm - 8:00pm PST
Front Drive

Strolling Dinner

7:00am PST

Breakfast with Exhibitors/Sponsors

Thursday January 27, 2022 7:00am - 8:30am PST
Indian Wells MNOP (Conference Center)

Breakfast

7:00am PST

Women's Leadership Breakfast

Thursday January 27, 2022 7:00am - 8:30am PST
Grand Salon ABCDE (Hotel)

Keynote Breakfast

8:30am PST

Keynote - john powell

Thursday January 27, 2022 8:30am - 9:15am PST
Indian Wells IJKL (Conference Center)

General Session

9:15am PST

Fireside Chat with LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho

Speakers

Naj Alikhan

Communications Senior Director, ACSA

Director of Communications, ACSA

Alberto Carvalho

Superintendent, LAUSD

Thursday January 27, 2022 9:15am - 9:45am PST
Indian Wells IJKL (Conference Center)

General Session

9:45am PST

Coffee Break

Thursday January 27, 2022 9:45am - 10:00am PST
Indian Wells MNOP (Conference Center)

Networking

10:00am PST

Focus Groups - New ACSA Executive Director

Thursday January 27, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am PST
Desert Vista D (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

10:00am PST

Learn How to Set Up a Consulting Practice & Don't Wait Till You Retire

As Superintendents approach retirement, many reflect on how to continue to add value in the world of education. You still wish to stay connected and want to discover your niche as a consultant yet COVID has changed how we interact with districts. Dr. Gabe Soumakian, Retired Superintendent will share his research and experience for the multiple options you may wish to consider. Learn how to set up your own Fictitious Business Name, Small Business license, and take advantage of all the hidden tax laws while networking in the education space. Better understanding your STRS options before you retire and maximizing any Social Security benefits you may be entitled to. The CA Independent Contractors AB5 law and the ABC test will guide you as to the benefits of NOT being classified as an employee. More importantly, don't wait till you retire to set up your consulting business practice.

Speakers

Gabe Soumakian

Retired Superintendent, Sup Du Jour Consulting Group

As a retired school superintendent, I have been fortunate to set up a consulting business practice and learned how to take advantage of the benefits to reduce tax liability and shelter funds for an additional retirement income stream. See you on Thursday at 10 am. Bring a friend with... Read More →

Thursday January 27, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am PST
Desert Vista A (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

10:00am PST

Navigating Natural Disasters

This session is designed to give Superintendents the tools and strategies needed to successfully overcome and navigate a Fire, Debris Flow and the COVID-19 Pandemic. This session promises to decode the secrets to building a successful team committed to ensuring the success of every student despite the obstacle.

Speakers

Amy Alzina

Superintendent, Cold Spring ESD

Dr. Alzina started her career at the Santa Barbara Community Academy within the Santa Barbara School District in 1999 teaching physical education, kindergarten, first grade, and fifth grade before becoming their principal. Dr. Alzina served as the school's principal for three years... Read More →

Rich Malfatti

Retired Superintendent and ACSA Small School District Committee Executive, ACSA

As a retired superintendent in Region 13's tri-counties, I have worked with over 45 school districts and thousands of ACSA members. I have could, promoted and supported these ACSA members since 2004. Putting the right people on the bus in the right seats on the bus to ensure all students... Read More →

Navigating Natural Disasters pdf

Thursday January 27, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am PST
Gardenia A

Concurrent Session

10:00am PST

Preparing for Your Next Move

This interactive discussion will focus on preparing you for your next job. Learn those strategies that will allow you to successfully navigate your way through the entire application, interview and selection process. While most superintendent candidates possess the required educational background and experiences for the position, there is much you can do to separate yourself from the competition by understanding those strategies that will give you a real edge, and ultimately being selected by the Board as their next superintendent.
This session will be a unique opportunity to learn from experienced search Leadership Associates partners David Verdugo and Sandy Sanchez Thorstenson on ways to enhance your capacity to achieve the right position and realize your career goals. Dennis Smith, Managing Search Partner, will be the moderator of the session.  Some of the key topics that will be discussed are:
•       Preparing yourself for your next professional opportunity
•       What Boards are looking for and how to stand out
•       Communicating with your Board
•       Working with the search consultant
•       Background checks and what to expect
•       Practical interview tips - avoiding pitfalls
•       Negotiating your contract
•       Exit strategies

Moderators

Dennis Smith

Retired Superintendent

Speakers

Sandy Sanchez Thorstenson

Retired Superintendent

David Verdugo

Retired Superintendent

Thursday January 27, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am PST
Grand Salon DE (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

10:00am PST

Reputation Management - How to Maintain, Protect, Boost, or Repair Your Online Presence

Let’s face it, Superintendents take “hits” on social media. This workshop will provide proven strategies to curate and protect your professional reputation from the nameless, faceless online trolls and their potentially harmful effects on your career and your wellbeing.

1. Curate your online professional brand as a Superintendent

2. Create a simple digital footprint on the best social media platforms

3. Craft content to pop to "page one" of any search about your name

Learning these reputation marketing techniques will place the power over your image back where it belongs – in your hands.

Co-Presenters: Dr. Kelly Bowers, Superintendent, Livermore Valley Jt. USD

Deborah Frye, Founder of ReputationSimple®

Speakers

Greg Rolen

Partner, Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP

Mr. Rolen is a member of the Public Entity, Employment & Labor, Transportation Law and Appellate Practice Groups. His vast knowledge of public entity litigation in particular has provided him with not only the legal, but also the governance, political and public relations experience... Read More →

Deborah Frye

Queen of Awesome, ReputationSimple

ReputationSimple® was founded in 2011 by Deborah Frye, Founder and Queen of Awesome; a technology, marketing, revenue enhancement and public relations expert. The business was inspired by Deborah’s experience marketing her own previous businesses. Reputation Simple was among the first to understand the current and stark reality tha... Read More →

Kelly Bowers

Superintendent, Livermore Valley Jt. USD

Thursday January 27, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am PST
Grand Salon ABC (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

10:00am PST

Virtual Academies

The health and safety challenges of the last two years are an opportunity to expand instructional options for families and students by offering online and virtual learning. This session is focused on the lessons, challenges, and insights from an elementary school district that opened a Virtual Academy this school year. The session will cover aspects of the planning involved, as well as the instructional design and best practices utilized.

Speakers

Rebeca Andrade, EdD

Superintendent, Salinas City Elementary School District

Dr. Rebeca Andrade is the Superintendent of Salinas City Elementary School District and has 25 years of public school service, ranging from classroom teaching to central office administration. Her service also includes leading early education and expanded learning, two systems that... Read More →

Thursday January 27, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am PST
Desert Vista B (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

10:00am PST

Working with Families for Student Success

Speakers

Lea Darrah

Director of Legislation and Board Member, California State PTA

I am the Director of Legislation and the former VP for Education for the Ca State PTA I have served in various PTA leadership roles for 20+ years. Last term, I experienced the Pandemic with you as a parent of a high school student, a school board trustee and as a PTA board officer. I... Read More →

Carol Green

President, California State PTA

Thursday January 27, 2022 10:00am - 11:00am PST
Gardenia B

Concurrent Session

11:00am PST

Retiree Reception

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:00am - 11:45am PST
Verde Vista Terrace (Conference Center)

Reception

11:15am PST

Partner AALRR - AB 438: Understanding the Sweeping Changes to the Classified Layoff Process

On October 7, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (“AB”) 438 into law. Effective January 1, 2022, AB 438 will dramatically change how both school districts and community college districts will conduct classified layoffs and extend greater protections to classified employees. This session will provide an overview of AB 438 and its implications for school districts.

Speakers

Bill Diedrich

Partner, AALRR

Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo Bill Diedrich, a partner in Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo’s Riverside and San Diego offices, focuses his practice on representing school districts, community college districts, and other public agencies in all aspects of labor and employment... Read More →

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Exhibit Hall Theatre

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner Engage2Learn - Cultivating Culture in the Context of COVID: 3 Tactics to Save your Teachers...and Yourself

We are facing unprecedented times in public education. In addition to navigating the current pandemic landscape, leaders are being tasked to create and deliver solutions that will both reduce teacher stress and accelerate learning for all students. How can this be done effectively and - maybe more importantly - sustainably? Research shows that teachers have 2 to 3 times the effect on student achievement than any other school factor. With a mass exodus of teachers occurring through early retirement and resignations, increasing teacher support and capacity must be elevated to priority status This session will demonstrate how to provide intentionally designed support and increase teacher capacity and effectiveness, no matter the level of experience, through specific, scalable strategies that will lead to improved outcomes for students and reduce strain on both teachers and leaders by shifting the overall culture.

Speakers

Dawson Orr, Ph.D.

Retired Superintendent (Highland Park ISD), Professor of Ed Policy & Leadership/Southern Methodist Univ, Engage2Learn

Kenzie Bond Ed.D.

K12 Education Strategist, Engage2Learn

Culture, Collaboration, and Coaching E2L ACSA (1) pdf

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Gardenia A

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner Equitable Advisors - Are you on track for Retirement?

Are you on track to retire? At Equitable Advisors, our team can help you answer that question and assist you in taking steps now to make sure you're ready to lead the retirement life you want! Whether you're a brand new educator or more experienced, we're here to help!

Speakers

Evan Press

Managing Partner, Pacific Coast Wealth Strategies

A financial consultant since 2003 Evan works with individuals, public schools, non-profits, and businesses in areas of wealth management, retirement planning and riskmanagement. His work extends to the area of pension maximization and retirement income distribution.Dedicated to helping... Read More →

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Gardenia B

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner Fagen Friedman and Fulfrost - Are Board Members in Your Lane?

Board members are expected to have their ears to the community, so they can be the voice of the public when setting direction, goals and policy. Superintendents, what strategies have you put in place so the Board can do this important work? In this brief session, a seasoned superintendent and a former board president offer some practical steps to build a process and plan to help your Board execute a thoughtful, productive and meaningful community engagement plan that supports the superintendent and staff's important work and builds community understanding and confidence.

Speakers

Sandy Lyon

Next Level Client Services Consultant, Fagen Friedman Fulfrost LLP

F3 Law Are Board Members in Your Lane Finders & Lyon pptx

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Grand Salon ABC (Hotel)

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner FranklinCovey Education: Leader in Me - Social-Emotional Leadership

A reflective session designed to assist superintendents with developing social-emotional leadership within their district and site leadership teams. Participants will leave this empowering session with a clear vision of their best next steps to model and create a social-emotional leadership culture that attracts and retains the highest talent in classified, confidential, certificated, and administrative/management positions.

Speakers

Lori Lackey

Superintendent, Valley Life Charter

Founding Superintendent Valley Life Charter School. Focus on Leadership and Visual and Performing Arts since 2011.Leader in Me Lighthouse SchoolWASC accredited Doctoral student at Grand Canyon University Organizational Leadership K12 Dissertation Topic: The impact of social emotional... Read More →

Franklin Covey

FranklinCovey Education

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Grand Salon DE (Hotel)

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner Horace Mann - Big change=Big Opportunity: How to act now to take advantage of the recent changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness

During this session, you'll learn how we can help you and your staff take advantage of recently announced limited‐time changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Now through Oct. 31, 2022 any prior student loan payments made while working full time for a qualifying employer will count as a qualifying PSLF payment, regardless of loan type, repayment plan, or whether the payment was made in full or on time. Find out how you and your staff can qualify, plus how to implement a program to improve recruitment and retention.

Speakers

Tim Mazza

Agency Consultant, Horace Mann

Big change=big opportunity B2B conference flier (expires 10 2022) pdf

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Desert Vista A (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner Newsela - Curriculum and Instruction that Cultivate Belonging

As school districts across California seek to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the classrooms, curricular and pedagogical choices offer opportunities to take this work a step further with an eye toward cultivating belonging. Join Newsela along with a partner district to explore how district-promoted instructional materials and practices can help teachers foster classroom communities that encourage belonging and support collaborative learning.

Speakers

Tres Tyvand

Enterprise Account Executive - California, Newsela

Cooking! Tell me something you love to cook or any fun kitchen experiments you've tried lately!

Brian Veprek

Strategic Solutions Architect, Newsela

Brian Veprek is a Curricular Solutions Architect at Newsela, where he collaborates with school districts across the country to surface and address the unique needs of their students and teachers. He is a former professional learning consultant and coach as well as a former teacher... Read More →

ACSA Newsela Superintendent's Symposium Presentation (2) pdf

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Desert Vista B (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner NWEA - Knocking down the Fence - Data Systems, Practices and Strategies to Close Equity Gaps

School superintendents are a vital part of a district's community. You are in charge of overseeing student growth and achievement along with the day to day operations and long term planning of the school district and associated organizations. The impact collaborative data analysis has on student achievement and teacher practice reveal how integrating formative and summative assessments, collecting and analyzing data, and collaborating as teams, expands teacher understanding of data-driven decision making and leads to improved teaching practices. Administrative support for data-driven instruction is crucial. In your role as a superintendent and leader, you are tasked with building capacity in transforming the conversation around data that hone in on specific gaps in student learning. This presentation and discussion will emphasize the use of data to ensure that we identify and close the equity gap with a focus on the skills most affected by gaps in equity, as well as reporting tools that can help you discover skill gaps, disseminate student data, and provide student support in all schools and programs.

Speakers

Kathleen Daugherty

Retired Superintendent, Newcastle ESD

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Desert Vista D (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner SitelogIQ - Creating Equitable Learning Environments

This session highlights transformational leadership at the highest levels discussing, how highly effective districts create the right conditions for prioritizing and delivering equitable learning environments. Interactive, inspiring and informative, you don’t want to miss this one. Featuring two of the U.S.’s most respected education thought leaders and practitioners, this session will capture and inspire participants from start to finish. Key highlight: Equity is not enough, we need to produce equitable outcomes. Join us on this journey to find out how this work is being done in the midst of what some consider the most challenging time in Education’s history.

Speakers

Yolanda Valdez

Superintendent, Cutler-Orosi JUSD

Hello, I have been a superintendent for the past 8 years in Cutler-Orosi. We are working on the learning rebound of students and a strong literacy program.

Dr, Stephen Peters

President, The Peters Group

Dr. Stephen Peters has been a classroom teacher, assistant principal, principal, director of secondary education, and superintendent during his 37+ year career. Most of his experiences have been in schools that made significant growth in short periods of time, resulting in both National... Read More →

SitelogIQ Presentation Materials pdf

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Desert Vista E (Conference Center)

Partner Presentations

11:15am PST

Partner STEAM on Demand - LACOE Innovative Practices in Mental Health Services

Innovative ways LACOE has used funds to support staff and student mental health services. Federal and State funds in COE have been provided and require new innovative practices in Mental Health Services.

Speakers

Debra Duardo

Superintendent, Los Angeles COE

Debra Duardo was appointed Los Angeles County Superintendent of Schools by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors effective May 15, 2016, designating her as the top education leader of the nation’s most populous and diverse county.Previously executive director of Student Health... Read More →

Thursday January 27, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Grand Salon FGH (Hotel)

Partner Presentations

12:00pm PST

Retirement Luncheon

Thursday January 27, 2022 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
Grove

General Session

1:30pm PST

Coffee Break

Thursday January 27, 2022 1:30pm - 2:00pm PST
Indian Wells MNOP (Conference Center)

Networking

2:00pm PST

CANCELLED: Communications Conundrum: Managing Misinformation and Social Media Madness

The growing trend to use social media to spread misinformation intended to blur the lines between facts and opinions, and compromise confidence in leadership can been seen across all areas of government, including our school districts. This workshop will share strategies and practical tips for managing the increasingly complicated world of communication with a goal of building trust in the district’s voice and information. Parvin Ahmadi, Superintendent Castro Valley USD and Terilyn Finders, Director of Communications, F3 Law.

Speakers

Terilyn Finders

Former Board President, Las Virgenes USD; Director of Communications, F3 Law, F3 Law

Parvin Ahmadi

Superintendent, Castro Valley USD

I am a life-long learner and always eager to explore ideas and learn from others. I am a fierce advocate for equity and firmly believe that it through our collective effort to tackle systemic racism to ensure each and every student has access to the highest quality education.

Thursday January 27, 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Grand Salon DE (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

2:00pm PST

Creating Safe Space for LGBTQ+ Students & Staff

In 2012, the FAIR Education Act amended the Education Code by mandating that
California schools include the contributions of the LGBT community in the curriculum.
Superintendents will share how they have successfully made progress towards ensuring
the FAIR Education Act is making its way from policy to practice. They will also provide
information and strategies on how to develop a culture in your district that is supportive
of LGBT students, staff, and families. Presenters Julie A. Vitale, Lark Doolan, Jason Peplinkski, Luis Ibarra and moderator Howard
Fulfrost

Moderators

Howard Fulfrost

F3 Law

Speakers

Julie Vitale

Superintendent, Oceanside Unified School District

Julie A. Vitale, Ph.D. serves as the Superintendent of the Oceanside Unified School District. Dr. Vitale has held the positions of assistant superintendent, director, high school principal, coordinator, assistant principal, and teacher. Dr. Vitale earned her Ph.D. in Urban Educational... Read More →

Dr. Jason Peplinski

Superintendent, Simi Valley Unified School District

Lark Doolan

Dr. Kelli Hays

Superintendent, Moorpark USD

Luis Ibarra

Thursday January 27, 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Grand Salon ABC (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

2:00pm PST

Focus Groups - New ACSA Executive Director

Speakers

Jim Negri

Associate, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates

HYA Associates Jim Negri and Carmella Franco are conducting the search for the new ACSA Executive Director and will be holding focus groups during the Superintendents' Symposium. If you wish more information, please contact Jim at 650.996.9173 or jimnegri@hyasearch.com.

Carmella Franco

Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates

Thursday January 27, 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Desert Vista D (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

2:00pm PST

Hot Topics for Small School Districts

Speakers

Amy Alzina

Superintendent, Cold Spring ESD

Don Davis

Tim Taylor

Erik Bonnilsen

Thursday January 27, 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Gardenia AB

Concurrent Session

2:00pm PST

Implementing Ethnic Studies Through a Critical Consciousness (will repeat at 3:15)

With the passage of Assembly Bill 101 and an Ethnic Studies graduation requirement now a reality, it is incumbent on anti-racist administrators to understand the origins, need, and fight for Ethnic Studies. This discussion will challenge attendees in activating a critical consciousness when implementing Ethnic Studies in their schools and districts. We will discuss strategies for implementation that keeps the guiding principles of Ethnic Studies at the center.

Speakers

Tracie Noriega

Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services, San Lorenzo USD

Thursday January 27, 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Grand Salon FGH (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

2:00pm PST

New State Programs in the Midst of a Staffing Shortage: What You Need to Know

This session will explore the implementation of Universal Transitional Kindergarten and the Extended Learning Opportunities Program. The panelists will discuss the requirements and options for school districts as implementation ramps up. The speakers will also provide a political analysis and outlook for the potential of providing broader flexibility or delayed implementation of the two programs.

Speakers

Diana Vu

Association of California School Administrators

Patti Herrera

School Services of California

Leilani Aguinaldo

School Services of California

Thursday January 27, 2022 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Grand Salon DE (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

2:00pm PST

Chinatown Rising Viewing

Thursday January 27, 2022 2:00pm - 4:15pm PST
Desert Vista AB (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

3:15pm PST

Focus Groups - New ACSA Executive Director

Speakers

Jim Negri

Associate, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates

Carmella Franco

Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates

Thursday January 27, 2022 3:15pm - 4:15pm PST
Desert Vista D (Conference Center)

Concurrent Session

3:15pm PST

GR Update for Small School Districts

The Government Relations Team from Capitol Advisors, ACSA’s Legislative advocate, and the Small School Districts’ Association will be providing a legislative and budget update focused on small school districts and LEA’s. With looming deadlines for legislative bills, May Revise Requests and concerns for small districts/LEA’s in the Governor’s proposed budget we need your input on what we should focus on. In addition to being provided with the latest GR information update, this will be an interactive session to get your input on the big priorities.

Speakers

Kevin Gordon

Capitol Advisors' Group

Edgar Zazueta

Sr. Director, Governmental Relations, ACSA

Thursday January 27, 2022 3:15pm - 4:15pm PST
Gardenia AB

Concurrent Session

3:15pm PST

Implementing Ethnic Studies Through a Critical Consciousness

Speakers

Tracie Noriega

Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services, San Lorenzo USD

Thursday January 27, 2022 3:15pm - 4:15pm PST
Grand Salon FGH (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

3:15pm PST

Thriving Through Unprecedented Community Conflicts

This panel discussion will provide leadership strategies and resources for navigating through unprecedented and emotionally charged dis-information, threats of violence, vaccine and masking mandates, and racial and political tensions. In partnership with CAPEA, a panel composed of Superintendents and CAPEA Members will share their experiences and resources for potential solutions

Names of Panel Presenters:

William Loose, Ed.D. (Panel Moderator) Lecturer National University, Former Superintendent; Oceanview School District, CAPEA Member

Charles Weis, Ph.D. Associate Professor CSU Channel Islands; former Superintendent Fillmore USD, Ventura County, Santa Clara County Office of Education, CSBA Masters in Governance Facilitator, Hueneme Elementary School District Board Member; CAPEA Member

Dr. Kelli Hayes, Superintendent, Moorpark Unified School District

Dr. Thomas McCoy, Superintendent, Oxnard Union High School District

Dr. Tiffany Morse, Superintendent, Ojai Unified School District

Dr. Jason Peplinski, Superintendent, Simi Valley Unified School District

Moderators

William Loose, Ed.D

Retired Superintendent

Speakers

Dr. Jason Peplinski

Superintendent, Simi Valley Unified School District

Dr. Tiffany Morse

Superintendent, Ojai Unified School District

Dr. Thomas McCoy

Superintendent, Oxnard Union High School District

Dr. Kelli Hayes

Superintendent, Moorpark Unified School District

Charles Weis, Ph.D.

Retired Superintendent, CSBA Masters in Governance Facilitator, Board Member; CAPEA Member

Thursday January 27, 2022 3:15pm - 4:15pm PST
Grand Salon DE (Hotel)

Concurrent Session

4:15pm PST

Closing Reception

Thursday January 27, 2022 4:15pm - 5:15pm PST
Indian Wells MNOP (Conference Center)

Networking

7:30am PST

Breakfast

Friday January 28, 2022 7:30am - 9:00am PST
East Foyer (Conference Center)

Networking

9:00am PST

Keynote - MJ Hegar

Friday January 28, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am PST
Indian Wells IJKL (Conference Center)

General Session

10:15am PST

Closing Session: Politics, Policy, and the Pandemic: Analysis of Issues Confronting School during Challenging Times

This session will provide an overview of the latest developments from Sacramento in response to the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on California schools. The discussion will include an overview of recent actions by Governor Gavin Newsom as well a political forecast of potential hot topics for 2022.

Speakers

General Session