OSSBA’s on-demand library of recorded webinars and workshops offers school board members, administrators and other district employees a convenient option for learning new information and receiving required training.
With over 30 recordings available and more being added weekly, we have something to fit your needs, interests and schedule! View the complete on-demand library here.
Registration is as listed for OSSBA members, and non-members pay double the member rate. Each registration is valid for one computer. Multiple people may share a computer to watch, but each school board member who needs board credit must have an individual registration.
**To register for a recorded webinar or workshop, please click on the registration link or log into the member portal.**
For information or questions about the member portal, please contact Lisa Deaton by email with your name, district, and email address or call 888.528.3571.
| Workshop | Credit Hour(s) | Credit Type(s) | Description | Length (hours) | Cost | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Legislative Session Review Presented by Joe Siano and Rooney Virgin | 1 | Ethics | Join OSSBA Associate Executive Director Dr. Joe Siano and Director of Government Affairs Rooney Virgin on June 6 for a review of bills passed during the 2nd Session of the 58th Oklahoma Legislature. This free session will explore bills impacting education, the budget, a quick glance at what didn’t pass and next steps. | 1 | Free | REGISTER |
| ADA Accessibility Presented by: Brandon Carey | 2 | Ethics | During this session we will discuss school district obligations to employees under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Specifically, we will cover the definition of disability under the ADA, the process for providing reasonable accommodations to employees and other issues that may bring the ADA into play. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Board and Superintendent Roles and Responsibilities: The Basics Presented by: Ann Caine, Joe Siano, Julie Miller | 1 | Ethics | Children and communities are best served when local school districts have a strong governance team. Join us for a discussion about the proper roles and responsibilities for superintendents and board members and the qualities of an effective governance team. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Board and Superintendent Roles and Responsibilities: Beyond the Basics Presented by: Ann Caine, Joe Siano | 1 | Ethics | A deeper dig into how boards and superintendents can engage in visionary leadership and work together to ensure student success. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Board President Training “The Art of Being President” Presented by: Ann Caine and Brandon Carey | 4 | Ethics | Join OSSBA attorney Brandon Carey and Director of Education Leadership Dr. Ann Caine as they provide guidance on the role of the board president. Some of the topics include: What are the duties of the president? Are there additional legal or ethical responsibilities? How can I make our meetings more effective and run smoothly? How to communicate with the public and with the superintendent. | 4 | $150 | REGISTER |
| Board’s Role in Employment Presented by: Kim Bishop, Tony Childers | 1 | Ethics | Employment matters can be one of the most challenging areas for school board members to navigate. We’ll cover the legal parameters governing the board member’s role in employment matters, the basics of employee contracts, due process for district employees and more. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Communicating in Difficult SituationsPresented by: Joe Siano, Christy Watson, Amber Graham Fitzgerald | 1 | Ethics | From managing crisis situations to dealing with contrary individuals, join as we discuss how board of education members can navigate the negativity and help propel their districts forward – even when the waters seem the roughest. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| New! Due Process for Students Presented by Brandon Carey | 2 | Ethics | During this workshop we will discuss state and federal laws related to student discipline, including laws related to suspensions, discipline of students on IEP or Section 504 plans and the due process rights of students prior to being removed from the school setting. We will also discuss the legal requirements related to searching students and their belongings. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Goal-Oriented: Delivering on the Promise of Public Education Presented by: Stephanie Hyder, Guest Panel | 1 | Ethics | Join us for a special conversation with local education leaders who involved their communities in the process of developing a 5-year strategic plan. They’ll share why it’s critical for school board members to engage in goal setting, the results of their planning work and offer advice for their fellow education leaders. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Going Digital Presented by: Julie Miller, Anne Beck | 2 | Ethics | Join OSSBA Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel Julie Miller and OSSBA Digital Governance Specialist Anne Beck and learn best practices for using convenient online resources to save time, promote transparency and improve the board meeting experience. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Goal-Oriented: Delivering on the Promise of Public Education – Part II Presented by: Stephanie Hyder, Guest Panel | 1 | Ethics | This strategic approach doesn’t happen by accident; it takes planning, dedication and a shared vision for the district’s future. In Part I of this series, school leaders learned from other districts that have successfully charted this course. In this webinar, Part II, you’ll learn how your district can embark on and grow through this important journey. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
Investing in Students and the Future: Effective Capital Improvement Planning for Schools Presented by: Joe Siano, Amber Graham Fitzgerald, Danny Jardine | 2 | Finance and Ethics | Join us as we discuss best practices for developing and successfully communicating a comprehensive capital investment plan that will garner support from local voters and transform education for your students. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Leading & Learning: Governing through Crisis Presented by: Ann Caine, Joe Siano | 1 | Ethics | A conversation about the leader’s role in crisis management. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Legally Speaking: Copyright and Trademark Law for Educators Presented by: Tony Childers | 1 | Ethics | In the growing world of shared digital content, administrators and teachers need to be knowledgeable of copyright laws and the legal limits of using copyrighted material in an educational setting. Join Tony Childers, OSSBA Staff Attorney, and navigate through the basics of copyright law and discuss practical considerations in legally using or sharing copyrighted material. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Managing Student Health Issues at School Presented by Tony Childers, Julie MIller | 2 | Ethics | Join OSSBA attorneys Tony Childers and Julie Miller for an overview of Oklahoma law as it pertains to student medications and medication administration in the school setting. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Neutral Grounds – Religion and Speech in Schools Presented by Tony Childers, Brandon Carey | 2 | Ethics | Join OSSBA attorneys Tony Childers and Brandon Carey in diving into one of the more common topics of concern from school administrators and board members: school and religion. We’ll review some of the legal and policy considerations regarding religious activities on school premises, prayer in school, material distribution to students and requests to advertise on school property. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| OSSBA Town Hall: Student Transfers This is a recording of the 10/12/21 session. | 1 | Ethics | Important changes are coming to the student transfer process. Join members of the OSSBA team for a conversation and a question-and-answer session about actions the school board and administrators must take to implement the changes, the required timelines for implementation and reporting, and OSSBA’s sample student transfer policy. | 1 | Free | REGISTER |
| OSSBA Town Hall: Student Transfers This is a recording of the 10/13/21 session. | 1 | Ethics | Important changes are coming to the student transfer process. Join members of the OSSBA team for a conversation and a question-and-answer session about actions the school board and administrators must take to implement the changes, the required timelines for implementation and reporting, and OSSBA’s sample student transfer policy. | 1 | Free | REGISTER |
| Partners in Success: Developing a Strong Board/Superintendent Team Presented by: Joe Siano, Ann Caine, Julie Miller | 1 | Ethics | We’ll discuss the keys to building a strong governance team, the importance of the superintendent evaluation, analyze scenarios and provide concrete strategies for improvement. This is a great session for board-superintendent teams to watch together. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Personnel Issues Update Presented by: Kim Bishop | 2 | Ethics | In this workshop, OSSBA Staff Attorney Kim Bishop covers hot topics and news related to workplace and employment law issues. In addition, we will review several federal employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, ADEA, PDA, GINA, FLSA, EPA and USERRA, and discuss what they cover and how they work together – or not. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Public Comment and Open Meetings: A Guide for Board Members and Administrators Presented by: Julie Miller, Tony Childers | 2 | Ethics and Open Meeting Act | Dealing with public comments, protestors, and angry patrons requires a clear understanding of the law on free speech. Join us to learn about handling disruptions and emotional pleas while upholding your responsibility to conduct school business during your board meetings. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Report It: Understanding Student Health and Safety Issues & Reporting Requirements Presented by: Kim Bishop, Brandon Carey | 1 | Ethics | In this workshop, we will discuss district reporting obligations related to student health and safety, including law enforcement, DHS, Title IX, and health department reporting requirements. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Safe Schools: Conducting Legal Student Searches Presented by: Brandon Carey | 2 | Ethics | In this session we’ll examine the federal and state law that applies to searches of students and discuss practical applications to the school environment. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| School Safety: Weapons on Campus Presented by: Tony Childers and Rooney Virgin | 1 | Ethics | Join OSSBA Staff Attorneys Tony Childers and Rooney Virgin for a legal overview and best practices regarding arming school personnel, open carry, students and weapons, student searches and more. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Spring School Law Institute Presented by: The OSSBA Legal Team | 6 | 5 Ethics, 1 Open Meeting Act | Join the OSSBA legal team as they review a variety of topics including student dress codes, public comment, FERPA, legislative issues and updates, Title IX and the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. | 6 | $150 | REGISTER |
| Student Discipline Presented by: Rooney Virgin | 2 | Ethics | In this session, we’ll discuss student discipline issues, including alternatives to suspension, manifestation hearings, and bullying investigations as outlined in Oklahoma law. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Student Handbooks Presented by: Julie Miller | 2 | Ethics | Join OSSBA Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel Julie Miller for a workshop addressing what is required to be included in student handbooks. The discussion will provide information on changes made during the 2021 and 2022 legislative sessions that should be included in student handbooks. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
Student Issues: The Board’s Role Presented by: Shawn Hime, Rooney Virgin, Julie Miller | 1 | Ethics | Many areas of board policy have a direct effect on students. This session will look at a myriad of those policies, including those of particular importance during COVID-19 like attendance, dress code, suspensions, extracurricular activities and more. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Summer Legal Issues Presented by: Julie MIller | 2 | Ethics | Join OSSBA Deputy Executive Director and General Counsel Julie Miller for an instructive and interactive session including information on summer help, athletic camps, updating policies, open records requests and many other issues affecting schools during the summer. | 2 | $100 | REGISTER |
| Teamwork: The Superintendent Evaluation Presented by: Ann Caine and Joe Siano | 1 | Ethics | Join Dr. Ann Caine and a distinguished panel of education leaders as they discuss what school board members need to know about evaluating a superintendent, their experiences with OSSBA’s ongoing superintendent evaluation process and how the process is helping districts build stronger governance teams. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
The Basics of Conducting a Superintendent Evaluation Presented by: Ann Caine, Julie Miller | 1 | Ethics | Join us for a conversation about the legal and practical aspects of the superintendent evaluation, best practices, common mistakes and the importance of the board-superintendent relationship in the evaluation process. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| The Board’s Role in Policy Presented by: Brandon Carey, Julie Miller | 1 | Ethics | Setting policy is one of the most important roles of a local school board. We’ll discuss why that role is critical, best practices for creating and updating policies, and discuss how COVID-19 is affecting the school policy landscape. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |
| Voices: Equity, Race and Student Achievement | 1 | Ethics | Join the OSSBA team, Oklahoma City Public Schools Deputy Superintendent Jason Brown and Norman Public Schools Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Stephanie Williams to learn how districts can progress on the important issues of equity, race and student achievement and the critical leadership role of school board members. | 1 | Free | REGISTER |
| Why Failing to Provide Reasonable Assurance May Be Costing Your DIstrict Thousands Presented by Tony Childers and Kim Bishop | 1 | Ethics | Join OSSBA staff attorneys Tony Childers and Kim Bishop for a how-to session on providing reasonable assurance and how the process can save your district thousands of dollars annually. | 1 | $60 | REGISTER |