Networking and special events

Not all learning happens in the classroom. Networking and special events are a favorite part of the OSBA Capital Conference and Trade Show, and this year is no exception. Participate in networking sessions to learn more about specific topics or OSBA partners. In addition, you can take a break and enjoy special events throughout the conference.

Sunday, Nov.  8

2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.   Discuss the legal problems schools will face in 2021 and how to solve them, presented by Pepple & Waggoner LLC
A panel of attorneys representing Ohio boards of education in all aspects of education law moderate a roundtable discussion on the critical legal issues schools will be facing in 2021, and how to best deal with and solve those issues. The panel will discuss a wide range of important topics, from pandemics to policies to personnel matters, and will leave time at the end of the discussion to address your questions.

2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Exhibitor Express Talk, sponsored by Ohio School Plan

3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.   Employee benefit programs for Ohio Schools, presented by GradyBenefits
Join Grady Benefits to discuss member insurance programs for OSBA, META and OSC partnerships, including benefit consulting, consortia review and negotiations assistance; life program; EAP; virtual enrollment platforms; COBRA administration; and ACA reporting.

3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.   OSBA Board Presidents’ Roundtable  
Network with colleagues and discuss challenges with your school board or the role of board president.

4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.  Connect with the OSBA Southwest Region
Learn about region events and network with peers in your region.

4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Exhibitor Express Talk, sponsored by Forecast5 Analytics Inc.

Monday, Nov.  9

8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.   Morning Yoga sponsored by AIG Retirement Services

9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.  Coffee chat: Thanks for the memories: 2020 legal lessons learned, sponsored by Ennis Britton Co. LPA
Review legal lessons learned in this “year like no other“ with practical tips as we move forward into 2021 and beyond.

10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Connect with the OSBA Northeast Region
Learn about region events and network with peers in your region.

10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Networking session with Ohio School Plan

10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Chat with the Buckeye Association of School Administrators

10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.   Exhibitor Express Talk: Positively impact learning through sustainable positive change, sponsored by DLR Group
Each new project is an opportunity to positively impact learning. However, without a clear change process teaching and learning behaviors slip back to a pre-existing mindset. Join us to learn how to move your district/campus toward a common vision.

11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  Networking session with Hilltop Securities

11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Chat with NAMI-Ohio
Learn about supports offered to school districts through NAMI-Ohio.

11:30 a.m. to noon  Exhibitor Express Talk, sponsored by CompManagement Health Systems

Noon to 12:30 p.m.  Keys to Communicating Effectively During COVID-19
Participate in a dialogue with the communication specialists from the Ohio School Public Relations Association (OHSPRA).

Noon to 12:30 p.m. Election 2020: What is next and what does it mean for Ohio’s public schools? presented by Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP
Want to make sense of the November 2020 election? Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP will discuss the results and what is next, including bond issues and tax levies.

Noon to 12:45 p.m.  New board member engagement – getting the most from your association
New to serving on a school board? OSBA can help! Discuss challenges you’ve faced and learn how your association can support you and your school district.

12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.  Exhibitor Express Talk, sponsored by Forecast5 Analytics Inc.

2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Chat with the Ohio High School Athletic Association

2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Chat with the Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators

2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Networking session with CompManagement Health Systems

3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.   Exhibitor Express Talk: They are clevr — How Parma City Schools is getting rid of its paper-based forms forever, sponsored by clevr
Despite their digital transformation, Parma City Schools still works with PDF and paper-based forms. Learn how Parma City is leveraging the clevr platform to get rid of manual forms in student services, special education, human resources, finance, health and safety, and more. See how you can eliminate manual forms in your district forever.

3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Chat with Ohio PTA

3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Connect with the Northwest Region
Learn about region events and network with peers in your region.

3:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Afternoon Refresher Break, sponsored by PaySchools

3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Chat with the Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators

4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Exhibitor Express Talk, sponsored by Bricker and Eckler LLP

4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Chat with the Ohio Educational Service Center Association

4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.  Connect with the Central Region
Learn about region events and network with peers in your region.

Tuesday, Nov. 10

10 a.m.-10:30 a.m.  Chat with the Ohio School Counselor Association

10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Fall in line with Title IX: The role of legal counsel, presented by Peters Kalail & Markakis Co. LPA
The new Title IX Regulations address how schools must respond to sexual harassment claims. Is your district ready? Network with school attorneys from Peters Kalail & Markakis Co. LPA while learning how to prepare your district for compliance with Title IX.

10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.   Exhibitor Express Talk: They are clevr — How Parma City Schools is getting rid of its paper-based forms forever, sponsored by clevr
Despite their digital transformation, Parma City Schools still works with PDF and paper-based forms. Learn how Parma City is leveraging the clevr platform to get rid of manual forms in student services, special education, human resources, finance, health and safety, and more. See how you can eliminate manual forms in your district forever.

10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.  Top 5 questions with OSBA’s CEO
Watch a Q and A with OSBA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Rick Lewis

11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  Chat with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission

11:30 a.m to noon  Exhibitor Express Talk, sponsored by Bricker and Eckler LLP

Noon to 12:30 p.m.  Chat with the Ohio Association of School Business Officials

12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.  Connect with the OSBA Southeast Region
Learn about region events and network with peers in your region.

12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.  Networking session with CompManagement

1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Chat with the Ohio Department of Education

1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.   Exhibitor Express Talk: Reinventions — research-informed, data-driven and community-inspired, sponsored by DLR Group
Informed by research, driven by data and inspired by community there are 10 drivers that can shape a framework for improved engagement.  Learn how Canyon View High School, 2019 MacConnell winner, can leverage your social and operational return on investment.

1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.  Be a STAR: OSBA’s revised recognition program
Review OSBA’s STAR Awards and how you can earn Master Board Member status.

2 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.  Afternoon Refresher Break, sponsored by PaySchools

2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.   Exhibitor Express Talk, sponsored by CompManagement 

2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.   Chat with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.  OSBA Transportation Roundtable
Hear the latest updates and best practices for school transportation.