2024 NAFEPA Conference – Sessions

Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2024
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Cost: Free for NAFEPA Members & Conference Attendees

Training on Advocacy – Part I
Facilitators:
Marjorie Murray, FASFEPA Board Member (FL)
Paul Zinni, NAFEPA Board Member (MA)

Federal Education Program Administrators are critical advocates regarding federal education policy decisions and discussions. This virtual session is your opportunity to learn how to best prepare yourself to be an effective advocate for your district and schools.

On-Site Conference Check-In:

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
8:30 am – 3:45 pm

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
8:30 am – 11:00 am
Cost: $125.00

SESSION A: Find Clarity and Focus Through the Comprehensive Needs Assessment
Facilitator: Lesli Laughter, Chief Academic Officer, 806 Technologies, Inc.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
8:30 am – 11:00 am
Cost: $125.00

SESSION B: Welcome to the World of Federal Education Programming! Part A
A workshop for first time federal program administrators
Facilitators:
Celeste Merriweather, NAFEPA Board Member (NJ)
Leticia Roman, NAFEPA Board Member (FL)

Learn the most essential information about how to successfully lead federal programs in your school district from two people who have “been there”. Meet colleagues who are new to the role of a federal program administrator and establish a valuable network of support that is essential to fulfilling your new role through NAFEPA. During this workshop you will learn more regarding Accountability systems, data management and organizational tips, federal parental involvement requirements, as well as additional ways to not just survive but thrive in your new role as a federal program administrator!

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
8:30 am – 11:00 am
Cost: $125.00

SESSION C: Not So New Directors
Facilitators:
Kimberly Glass, NAFEPA Past-President (AR)
Lea Metcalf-McDonald, NAFEPA Board Member (AR)

This session is designed for the experienced federal programs administrator still striving for continuous improvement and professional growth. We will focus on strategic actions that can make us more effective and efficient while administering the programs that support the schools, staff, and students of our districts and states.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
8:30 am – 11:00 am
Cost: $125.00

SESSION D: Optimizing Professional Development: Strategies for Title 1 Administrators and District Leaders
Facilitator: A. Keith Young, EdD, AKYConsulting

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
8:30 am – 11:00 am
Cost: $125.00

SESSION E: Training on Advocacy – Part II
Facilitators:
Marjorie Murray, FASFEPA Board Member (FL)
Paul Zinni, NAFEPA Board Member (MA)

Federal Education Program Administrators are critical advocates regarding federal education policy decisions and discussions. During this session you will have an opportunity to learn, share and practice effective advocacy skills and strategies. Whether you are planning on taking part in a Hill visit during this conference, preparing yourself for visiting legislators in your home state or perhaps both, this session will provide an opportunity to learn from peers who have been in your shoes and successfully advocated for public education.

Note: Training on Advocacy – Part I
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 3:30 pm

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
1:15 pm – 3:45 pm
Cost: $125.00

SESSION F: Welcome to the World of Federal Education Programming! Part B
A workshop for first time federal program administrators
Facilitators:
Celeste Merriweather, NAFEPA Board Member (NJ)
Leticia Roman, NAFEPA Board Member (FL)

Learn the most essential information about how to successfully lead federal programs in your school district from two people who have “been there”. Meet colleagues who are new to the role of a federal program administrator and establish a valuable network of support that is essential to fulfilling your new role through NAFEPA. During this workshop you will learn more regarding Accountability systems, data management and organizational tips, federal parental involvement requirements, as well as additional ways to not just survive but thrive in your new role as a federal program administrator!

SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2024
1:15 pm – 3:45 pm
Cost: $125.00

SESSION G: Federal Updates
Facilitator: Steven Spillan, Partner, The Bruman Group, PLLC

This session will discuss the latest guidance and regulations governing federal education funding.

Confirmed Speakers: Be sure to check back for updates.

Michael Bonner
Educator, Speaker, and Author

Hamish Brewer
Leader, Educator, Principal, Author & International Speaker

Keith Cummins
Office of Inspector General, U.S. Dept of Education

David DeSchryver
Co-Director & Sr. VP, Whiteboard Advisors

Noelle Ellerson Ng
Associate Executive Director, Advocacy & Governance, AASA, The School Superintendents Association

Tiffany Kesslar
Partner, The Bruman Group, PLLC

Denise Ling
NAFEPA Board President (SC)

Doug Mesecar
Founder & Principal, AdeptioEducation

Ruth Ryder
U.S. Department of Education