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Administrative Professionals Conference

Complete Attendance not available before workshop starts.

Conference for Region 7 ESC District Administrative Professional Staff. Districts may send one Administrative Professional at no cost if they are a part of the Superintendent Support Services Coop. Each additional person will be $150.00.

$150.00

100

30

74

1

No

CPE

$0.00

Paraprofessional Training

Admin Assistant/Secretary

*Employees of Region 7 ESC (FREE)
Superintendent Support Services (FREE)

Workshop Materials

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Dates, Times and Locations

Room Name Workshop Date Begin Time End Time
Education Service Center
Innovate* 		11/6/2024 7:30 AM 3:00 PM
Education Service Center
Oak Room* 		11/6/2024 8:00 AM 3:00 PM
Administration
Lobby 		11/6/2024 8:30 AM 3:30 PM
Education Service Center
Meal Service - Maintenance Hall 		11/6/2024 8:30 AM 3:30 PM
Education Service Center
Pine Room* 		11/6/2024 8:30 AM 3:30 PM

Workshop Presenter(s)

Name
PATRICIA MCGARITY

Workshop Contacts

Name Type Department E-Mail Phone
PATRICIA MCGARITY
Contact pmcgarity@esc7.net (903) 988-6811
Leila Brown
Contact lbrown@esc7.net (903) 988-6746
TRACIE VINEYARD
Contact tvineyard@esc7.net (903) 988-6802

Workshop Liaison(s)

Name Email

Sessions

Wednesday November 06, 2024
339115 Legalese for Administrative Professionals – Top 10 Things your School Lawyer Wants You to Know
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Dogwood Room*
School districts have rapidly become more familiar with their school lawyers and administrative professionals are often the first on the phone when questions strike. Come hear from an experienced school lawyer what YOUR attorney wishes you knew to reduce your District’s legal risks, save time, and lower your legal bills! 		44/85
Wednesday November 06, 2024
339118 Empathy in Action: Mastering Trauma-Informed Customer Service
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Elm Room
Participants will learn how to apply trauma-informed principles to providing customer service. They will also gain practical tips for showing empathy, supporting customers with past trauma, and creating a positive, inclusive experience for everyone. 		21/30
Wednesday November 06, 2024
339130 AI: The Assistant's Assistant
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Dogwood Room*
Unlock the power of AI to streamline your daily tasks and enhance your efficiency! This workshop will introduce school secretaries to practical AI tools and strategies tailored for the education environment. Learn how AI can assist with scheduling, communication, data management, and more, making your work more manageable and productive. Whether you're organizing events, handling inquiries, or managing records, discover how AI can be your new best assistant. 		37/85
Wednesday November 06, 2024
339124 Trustee Elections – A “Race” to the Board Room
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Elm Room
Learn from a seasoned school lawyer about the ins and outs of school board elections. Attendees will gain an overview of the legal requirements for both pre- and post- election procedures, as well as dive into some “sticky situations” that frequently arise during contested races 		23/30
Wednesday November 06, 2024
339099 Crucial Conversations
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Dogwood Room*
Unlock the power of effective communication with our Crucial Conversations Training! This dynamic program is designed to equip you with essential skills for navigating high-stakes discussions where opinions vary, emotions run high, and the outcomes are critical. What You'll Learn: Mastering Dialogue: Discover techniques to maintain open, honest, and respectful conversations, even in the most challenging situations. Identifying Crucial Conversations: Learn to recognize and approach conversations that can significantly impact your team, project, or relationships. Managing Emotions: Gain strategies for staying calm and composed, helping you manage stress and diffuse tension effectively. Fostering Mutual Understanding: Develop the ability to actively listen and empathize, paving the way for productive and collaborative problem-solving. Finding Common Ground: Acquire tools to create solutions that satisfy all parties involved, leading to stronger relationships and better outcomes. 		44/85
Wednesday November 06, 2024
339136 The First Line of Defense
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Elm Room
A lot has changed with School Safety over the last couple of years: new requirements, new procedures, new responsibilities, just to name a few. What’s your role in School Safety? Who controls access to your building? Who initiates a lockdown? Who calls 911? We’ll discuss the answers to all these questions and more! 		11/30
Wednesday November 06, 2024
339092 Procurement/PO Process
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Magnolia Room
What to look forward to in the training: • What is my role in purchasing for my district? • Why are Region 7 approved vendors beneficial to my district? • How do I verify a vendor’s award status? • What to do when a vendor is not approved? 		8/30
Special Accommodations
For requests for special accommodations for this workshop, please contact one of the individuals listed above at least ten(10) business days prior to the workshop date.