Upcoming Payroll

Payroll and Related Personnel Issues

7/1/2026 - 9/16/2026

Understand the laws and regulations related to payroll function, including state and federal payroll laws and regulations, pertinent tax regulations, employee retirement plans, practical aspects of completing a payroll, and electronic check deposits.

Certification Wrap-up

9/9/2026 - 9/9/2026

Celebrate completion of your certification program! Reflect on what you have learned and your role in the educational process and your school district. This class can be taken only if you are two classes or less from completing your certification (not counting the Wrap-Up Session).

Introduction to School Business

9/15/2026 - 9/16/2026

An overview of school business operations with a focus on several key areas. The program will begin with a brief background on the general functions of the school Business Office Manager. Major components of the program will include: listing and describing reports that must be filed with federal, state, and local agencies; reviewing school laws and the Revised School Code; introducing fund accounting processes; reviewing school organizational issues and operational issues (how school boards and administrators function); and exploring inter-relationships between the business office and site operations – offices in school buildings, facilities, transportation, and food services. Part of the program would be devoted to discussion about the roles and functions of the school business official.

Introductory ORS Processors Workshop

9/29/2026 - 9/29/2026

Payroll processing has become more than just entering time sheets! Processing of retirement related benefits has become more complex with recent regulatory changes. Get reporting tips and hiring procedures. Learn about reportable and non-reportable compensation issues, staff training and communication, and rules for returning to work.

Group Solutions for Payroll

11/5/2026 - 11/5/2026

Experienced payroll managers share their thoughts and experiences as they facilitate discussions on challenging topics you may be facing in your district. Focus is on real-world problem solving, and networking especially geared toward payroll specialists. Learn from other professionals facing the same issues you are, and together develop practical solutions.

TDP, IRS Sec. 125, 403(b), 457, and Workers' Compensation

11/12/2026 - 11/12/2026

Understand the processing of workers’ compensation claims and the legal and operational aspects of a deferred/defined contribution program and how it affects every payroll office in the state. Know the rules and regulations of 403(b) and cafeteria plans (Sec. 125).

Payroll and Related Personnel Issues

12/8/2026 - 12/8/2026

Understand the laws and regulations related to payroll function, including state and federal payroll laws and regulations, pertinent tax regulations, employee retirement plans, practical aspects of completing a payroll, and electronic check deposits.

Principles of Education

12/15/2026 - 12/15/2026

Understand the educational process, culture of schools, major learning theories, teaching methodologies, school improvement, design of in-service programs, and the structure and function of the principalship.

Certification Wrap-up

1/7/2027 - 1/7/2027

Celebrate completion of your certification program! Reflect on what you have learned and your role in the educational process and your school district. This class can be taken only if you are two classes or less from completing your certification (not counting the Wrap-Up/Ethics Session).

Accounting Manual for Payroll Professionals

1/12/2027 - 1/12/2027

(Formerly Accounting Manual and Chart of Accounts) Designed for school payroll and personnel staff, the content highlights key elements of the Michigan Public School Accounting Manual (Bulletin 1022), including budgeting requirements, fund types, revenue sources, expenditure classifications, and compliant coding practices. It also addresses financial reporting, data submission, internal controls, and relevant GASB pronouncements, with insights from an experienced business manager and payroll specialist.

Effective Communications

1/26/2027 - 1/26/2027

Learn techniques and strategies to send clear messages, create credibility, and develop strategic communications programs that are effective for your school district.

Record Keeping Retention and Automation

2/2/2027 - 2/2/2027

Participants will be provided an overview of 1) Requirements for payroll/personnel records, automated file maintenance, and related retention procedures. 2) Privacy issues related to payroll and the rules in accessing personnel records. 3) Different systems in place that track students including SRSD, MEIS, REP and special education; and 4) The importance of each system and how these systems are used within the school district. Also covered is an overview on FOIA, COBRA, and criminal record checks.

Cash Management

2/4/2027 - 2/4/2027

Learn how to develop specifications for the selection of banking and other financial services; apply concept of compensating balances; comprehend procedures and legal constraints for cash collection and disbursement; analyze monthly internal transfers and loans; prepare a cash flow analysis, including a fund balance report for the board of education; and identify and deal with fraud and abuse.

Collective Bargaining Agreements, Contracts

2/17/2027 - 2/17/2027

Learn how to interpret bargaining agreement language, understand leave benefits, grievance procedures, as well as an overview of union dues and political deductions and nondeductions. Learn how to administer overtime, FMLA, and FLSA. Also gain knowledge of the difference between an independent contractor vs. an employee.

Advanced ORS Processors Workshop

3/23/2027 - 3/23/2027

Payroll processing has become more than just entering time sheets! Processing of retirement related benefits has become more complex with recent regulatory changes. Get reporting tips and hiring procedures. Learn about reportable and non-reportable compensation issues, staff training and communication, and rules for returning to work.