"When the “Imposter Syndrome” and “Superhero Complex” collide, it can feel like you’re losing everything. It doesn’t have to be that way! Reflections and insight from one leader’s journey through the darkness and how he found light.

Civil discourse, economic disruption, uncertainty, loss and a sense of helplessness are pervasive and can be overwhelming. Leaders today aren’t just burned out, they are often depleted. Drawing upon his journey from CEO to Digital Nomad, Greg’s purpose is to show others that they are not alone and explore how to live a deliberate and realistic purposeful life.

Engaging and personal, this program is designed to create a space for deep personal reflection and provide optimism, hope and actionable tips to affect change.

The UFARS Hot Topics presentation will include the following: FY 25 UFARS updates, FY 25 Lease Levy guidance, UFARS coding guidance and MDE Food and Nutrition guidance.

MN School Districts Retirees have governances per Federal and State MN Law. Districts need to be aware of the laws and the insurance carries allowable retiree classes per the plan documents. Making district settlements may not be compatible with the laws or the insurance carrier.

What do you do if your Referendum fails? There are a lot of practical and emotional impacts on your staff, community and you. Learn some steps to take to help your District recover and start a game plan to move forward.

Join this session for a brief introduction to the distinct purposes of each ESEA Title program and how a district or charter school uses the Minnesota Education Grants System (MEGS) to describe their work plan associated with each program. Then, spend the balance of the session responding to the most important or immediate questions surfaced by participants.

Hear the essentials about the labor negotiations process. Wages and benefits make up a majority of an organization's expenses, so a foundational knowledge of the process is important. Attendees will have a refresher on the essentials and hear what may be on the horizon as the 2025-2027 negotiations cycle approaches.

Hear the story of how a district went from deficit spending to having a healthy fund balance--it is possible! With factors such as decreasing enrollment and funding not keeping up with inflation, learn strategies to keep districts financially stable.

The presentation will review general special education updates, including Maintenance of Effort, using federal funds for tuition billing along with data reporting in SEDRA.

Join USI Insurance & OMNI Case Management to discuss the value of having a Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant working with your district to manage workplace injuries and attain the best possible care and outcome for employee. A neutral third party such as a QRC is someone who helps injured workers return to work, often through rehabilitation services. QRCs are a valuable resource for employers, insurers and injured workers that provide medical case management, and return to work assistance. In this presentation, you will learn more about the role of the QRC, the QRCs responsibilities, as well as how to leverage a QRC to get the best outcome on your claims.

Take a break and join Cathy for timely information and a little inspiration. There will also be an opportunity to provide input and ask questions. Don’t miss this opportunity for connection and conversation about the top school finance topics.

This session will focus on strategies that business finance leaders might use to ensure they engage multiple perspectives as they are working to balance their budgets and manage reductions.

In this hands-on session, we will explore how to use AI effectively in your role as a school business official. We will cover its applications in communication, content creation, and data organization. You will walk away with AI skills you can immediately apply in your role.

Federal grants management regulation 2 CFR 200.430(g) states that “Charges to Federal awards for salaries and wages must be based on records that accurately reflect the work performed.” Attend this session to refresh yourself or learn about this requirement and review examples of how the regulation should be applied within your entity, regardless of the federal source, program or type of work.

Session will cover updates on the recognition and measurement of compensated absence balances along with examples of calculating the balances.

Paid Leave is a new program launching in 2026. It provides paid time off for workers who need time off due to serious health conditions, to care for a family member or a new child, for certain military-related events or for certain personal safety issues. This session will provide a high level overview of the new law to help prepare you for implementation.

Our days are filled with moments followed by more moments. Learning how to manage these moments allow us to run the day vs the day running us. In this 30 min workshop we will learn how to control the controllables and practice tangible ways to regulate as we connect with ourselves and others.

This session will provide an overview of recent case law from Minnesota school districts.

The "What If" is an interactive tool for modeling different general education revenue scenarios. This session will walk you through the “What If,” and Cathy will share some of her best tips and tricks.

Grab your lunch and join us for an update of the legislative session and to hear about the MASBO 2025 legislative platform.

Curious about the legislature and engaging with elected officials? Join our session to learn about the Minnesota legislature, grassroots advocacy, connecting with legislators, and crafting an elevator pitch to share the story of education funding.

This presentation explores key elements of building resilience through effective communication and praise. We will delve into various communication styles—aggressive, passive, and assertive—emphasizing the importance of assertive communication for fostering healthy relationships. Additionally, we will examine the power of Active Constructive Responding (ACR) in strengthening connections and boosting motivation. Through interactive activities and real-life scenarios, participants will gain practical tools to enhance their communication skills, provide meaningful praise, and navigate challenges with confidence and respect. Join us to learn how to build deeper, more resilient connections in both personal and professional settings.

The presentation focus is PSEO Financial Arrangements. The payment options between MDE, a district and postsecondary institutions in order to maximize student ADM. We will evaluate contract options - the pros and cons of PSEO by Contract, demonstrate using the PSEO Calculator Tool (Predictor) and focus on the district budget process for maximizing funds.

• Payroll
• Budget Cuts
• Negotiations
• Intermediates / Co-ops
• Small Districts