07/10/2026 - 06/11/2027MSBO, in partnership with PFM Asset Management Managing Director Gray Lepley, presents a monthly live webinar series that offers timely insights into economic and market conditions, school district investing strategies, and developments in municipal bond More Info |
08/04/2026 - 08/06/2026Start the school year without any surprises. Get the latest information you need to prepare for your year ahead at this special “Back to School” workshop. Learn about the most important aspects of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Fair Labor Standards More Info |
09/09/2026 - 09/09/2026Celebrate 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 cou More Info |
09/10/2026 - 09/10/2026The MDE/MSBO Workshop provides the most up-to-date information on the biggest issues facing schools in Michigan. This is your opportunity to get to know the MDE staff and their roles and responsibilities. Learn who to contact when you have a question, con More Info |
09/15/2026 - 09/16/2026An 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 describin More Info |
09/29/2026 - 09/29/2026Payroll 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 compen More Info |
10/01/2026 - 10/02/2026MSBO’s School Finance Services Committee “Up North” Workshop allows for greater participation from MSBO's Northern Michigan members. Don't miss out on this opportunity to get the latest information on school finance hot topics. More Info |
10/13/2026 - 10/13/2026Get an overview of the hiring process, from recruiting, interviewing, and reference checks to staff orientation and record keeping. Learn the steps of setting up personnel records, handling FOIA requests, address policies and procedures by exploring emplo More Info |
10/20/2026 - 10/20/2026Get an overview of the policies and procedures that should be in place, including Acceptable Use Policies (AUP), network policies, e-mails, filtering of network, listservs, laptops, copyright, licensing, and software selection policies. Understand asset m More Info |
10/20/2026 - 10/20/2026Learn how student data points are collected and how they are used by both internal and external customers from a Technology Director’s perspective. Some of the topics the program will encompass are the various data points required (e.g., attendance, pupil More Info |
10/22/2026 - 10/22/2026School business officials serve in many essential roles in school districts, and this special Upper Peninsula Current Issues - Group Solutions Workshop is designed to help them connect, collaborate, and address the challenges facing Michigan schools. Part More Info |
10/27/2026 - 10/28/2026A chief financial officer’s predominant job focus is preparing, managing, and executing a school district’s budget. Understand the application of enrollment projections, budget assumptions in developing a budget as well as major revenues and expenses that More Info |
11/03/2026 - 11/03/2026Review the necessary reports a Human Resource Specialist files including the Registry of Educational Personnel (REP) report. Employee leave and employee seniority issues will be addressed as well as a review of Every Student Succeeds Act. More Info |
11/05/2026 - 11/05/2026Experienced 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. More Info |
11/10/2026 - 11/10/2026Experienced business managers share their thoughts and experiences as they discuss challenging topics facing today’s business office in schools. Focus is on real-world problem solving and networking, especially geared toward district business managers. Ge More Info |
11/12/2026 - 11/12/2026Understand 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 ( More Info |
11/17/2026 - 11/17/2026Identify, develop and implement emergency planning. From natural disasters to bus accidents you need to have plans in place. You will learn what to look for and what information to gather along with coordinating with emergency responders, school personnel More Info |
11/17/2026 - 11/17/2026Identify, develop, and learn how to execute a plan for emergency management. More Info |
12/01/2026 - 12/01/2026A strategic plan helps a district achieve its mission and goals. Learn to identify short- and long-term goals in all areas of school district management. Explore the development of strategic, financial goals by examining current research, best practices, More Info |
12/01/2026 - 12/15/2026Learn the essential aspects of managing K-12 grants, from initial application to final reporting. Each webinar session will equip you with the tools to manage school grants effectively and confidently, enabling your school district to maximize its funding More Info |