The Conference 2014 Sneak Peek

Conference Highlights Spotlight Sessions

Keynote Speaker Jay Wilkinson

OSSBA Delegate Assembly Candidate Forum

Keynote Speaker Dr. Ben Michaelis

Legal Roundtables

The Conference 2014

Be There.

Speakers, Exhibits, Networking, Learning, Laughing.

REGISTER TODAY. The Conference is sponsored by the Oklahoma State School Boards Association and the Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration.

Friday, Aug 22 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Registration 8–9 a.m. Visit Exhibits 8:15–8:45 a.m. New Board Member Orientation 9–10:30 a.m. General Session I 10:30–11 a.m. Break & Visit Exhibits 11–11:50 a.m. Breakout Session 11:50 a.m.–1 p.m. Lunch & Visit Exhibits 1:15–2:05 p.m. Breakout Session 2:05–2:30 p.m. Break & Visit Exhibits 2:30–3:30 p.m. Breakout Session 3:30–4:00 p.m. Break & Visit Exhibits 4–5 p.m. Breakout Session

Saturday, Aug 23 7:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Registration 8–9 a.m. Visit Exhibits 8–8:45 a.m. Pre-Delegate Assembly Legislative Review 9–9:45-a.m. OSSBA Advocacy/Legislative Liaisons Group 10 a.m. OSSBA Delegate Assembly 9–10 a.m. Breakout Session 10–10:30 a.m. Break & Visit Exhibits 10:30–11:30 a.m. Breakout Session 11:30 a.m.–1:15 p.m. Lunch & Visit Exhibits 1:30–3:30 p.m. General Session II Sunday, Aug 24 8–8:45 a.m. Breakfast 9–10:30 a.m. Legal Roundtable Discussions 10:45–11:30 a.m. Candidate Forum

It’s Back! First Timer’s & New Board Member Orientation

The First Timer’s & New Board Member Orientation is 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. Friday in Ballroom D. Get the most out of the entire conference from this information session.

We can answer questions you may have about the conference or board credits. New board members and incumbents elected or appointed since Jan. 1, 2014, will have the opportunity to obtain all 12 new/6 incumbent required credits at The Conference.

Look for color coded focus areas in The Conference program

You can earn up to 12 credit points for the entire conference.

Friday – 5 • Saturday – 5 • Sunday – 2

STUDENT LEARNING

FACILITIES NEW BOARD MEMBER LEADERSHIP EMPLOYMENT ISSUES CAREER TECH

In the Spotlight Sessions When they conduct great workshops!

Sunday morning, August 24th, plan to attend the Legal Roundtables. The groups are divided by district size to make sure the discussion is relevant. Attendees rave about the discussion, networking, and learning during this session.

An optional breakfast (additional $20 fee, no program) will be available for your convenience on Sunday morning before the legal roundtables begin. Tickets are available by pre-purchase only and will not be available on site. (Family members are welcome to purchase breakfast tickets as well.)

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Oklahoma Secretary of Education – Dr. Robert Sommers Sean Kouplen – Five Questions for Significance Kari Anderson – FranklinCovey’s Leader In Me SEDL elementary and adolescent reading specialists – research to practice Affordable internet for schools

Candidate Forum

Sunday morning join us for a candidate forum. Potential speakers include candidates for State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Governor, and Lieutenant Governor.

Exhibit Hall

Don’t forget to spend time touring the exhibit hall; it will be better than ever. The exhibit hall will feature new exhibitors and products you will not want to miss! Our architectural exhibition is located in the middle of the exhibit hall. Stop by and browse Oklahoma school projects designed by Oklahoma architects. Be sure and vote for your favorite project before noon on Saturday. A People’s Choice Award will be presented to the winning architect/project during Saturday’s general session.

This link will take you to a listing of available hotel rooms in Oklahoma City. It’s easy to make your reservations this way!

Friday, August 22, General Session begins at 9 am By his very nature and persona, Jay Wilkinson inspires. Jay brings the sizable added value of capturing the essence, insight and legacy of his famous father, legendary college football coach Bud Wilkinson. Through a collection of intimate and revealing letters written from father to son during the son’s formative college years, Jay unlocks and presents, for the first time anywhere, the dynamic of his father’s extraordinary success and transformational outlook on life and leadership.

Jay Wilkinson delivers a unique and refreshing perspective on leadership and inspires others to perform at more optimal levels. Simply stated, Jay Wilkinson is passionate about the success of those with whom he comes in contact. His presentations do make a difference.

Jay Wilkinson’s Can-Do Attitude: • Provides a framework of understanding to help organizations create an environment filled with good values and solid interpersonal relationships • Emphasizes the importance of preparation and perseverance • Motivates his audiences to develop a caring attitude and concern for others • Sets the bar high, encouraging his audiences to set and articulate goals with great passion and conviction • Teaches others to overcome adversity and achieve uncommon success regardless of the challenges and disappointments along the way.

Saturday, August 23, General Session begins at 1:30 pm The 2014 OSSBA Keynote Talk: The Art and Science of Intelligent Failure will focus on the concept of Intelligent Failure as a tool for success in professional and educational development.

In the creative era, where the pace of technology outstrips our knowledge base, we must learn how to “fail forward.” Throughout this talk, Dr. Ben Michaelis will highlight his clinical work and the latest in psychological and neuropsychological research on failure. The keynote will be filled with gripping stories of everyday people as well as famous failures, including James Dyson, Bob Dylan and Michael Jordan. Dr. Michaelis will explain what Intelligent Failure is, why it is critical for students, teachers, and administrators and, in short, “what failure can do for you.”

Dr. Ben Michaelis is a clinical psychologist in full-time private practice in Manhattan. Dr. Michaelis writes and speaks regularly about play and creativity as they relate to well-being. He is the author of numerous popular and scholarly articles and is a regular contributor to The Huffington Post. Dr. Michaelis is a frequent guest on nationally syndicated TV shows such as, NBC’s The Today Show, The Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family, and MSNBC’s Your Business.

Dr. Michaelis is the author of Your Next Big Thing: 10 Small Steps to Get Moving and Get Happy.

The Oklahoma State School Boards Association’s legislative agenda and the successes that we have are due to the participation of our membership. Throughout the year, the OSSBA collects legislative goal recommendations from you -- our members. The recommended goals are compiled and received by the Government Relations Committee.

After the committee reviews the information, a final slate of legislative goals, positions and resolutions are sent to the Delegate Assembly. The Delegate Assembly is held each year in conjunction with The Conference. This year’s assembly is at 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 23 in Ballroom C. The OSSBA Delegate Assembly is an opportunity for you, as a member district, to take an active role in the creation and adoption of the OSSBA legislative initiatives for 2015. At the Delegate Assembly, each member district will have one vote on the legislative business of the Association. To be eligible for voting, each district must complete the membership renewal form, including a purchase order number, before the start of the conference. This is an inclusive meeting and process which helps create a strong legislative voice to meet the needs of Oklahoma school districts and students.

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REGISTRATION FORM

(an email confirmation will be sent)

PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE • ONE ATTENDEE PER FORM

School District Name Attendee Name (as it should be printed on the name badge)  Board Member

Plan time to visit our exciting exhibit hall for fresh ideas.

If you are interested in exhibiting, please contact Kelly Ross at (405) 528-3571

 Superintendent

 Administrator

Other__________________________________________

Attendee E-mail Contact Name E-mail address to send registration confirmation CONFERENCE REGISTRATION I plan to attend the New Board Member classes

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Member price, until August 8, $200, after August 9, $300.

Registration fee includes sessions and exhibit hall for the Attendee.

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Non-member price $400, after August 8, $600. Registration fee includes sessions and exhibit hall for the Attendee.

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OPTIONAL Please include _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Sunday breakfast buffet tickets at $20.00/ea for attendee and guests. Breakfast tickets will not be available on-site. No breakfast tickets are included in the registration price.

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Total amount due

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Name badge or wristband is required for exhibit hall entry. Complimentary wristbands are available for guests.

(Circle one) 1 2 3 4 members of my family would like to tour the exhibit hall (wristband required).

METHOD OF PAYMENT All major credit cards accepted. To pay by credit card, please call Jullie Stokes at (405) 528-3571.  Check Enclosed

 Purchase Order Number_______________________________________________________________

CANCELLATIONS: MUST be received in writing by August 8 for a refund or credit - less $50 cancellation fee.

Cancellations may be faxed to (405) 609-3091. Please call Lisa at (405) 528-3571 to confirm receipt. No refunds or credits will be given after August 8.

OSSBA and CCOSA are committed to making activities accessible to persons with disabilities or special needs. If you have special needs, please call (405) 528-3571 at least 10 days prior to the conference to make arrangements.

12 hours of New School Board Member Credit, Incumbent, and/or Continuing Education credits have been applied for with the State Department of Education.

ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4:00 P.M. FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2014.

AFTER THIS DATE ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER ON-SITE

Register online at www.ossba.org or email to register@ossba.org or fax to OSSBA at (405) 609-3091 or mail to OSSBA • 2801 North Lincoln Blvd., Suite 125 • Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (please select only one return method)