Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators

This conference is a must for HR teams and other administrators that deal with HR issues. Join us and gain essential knowledge of legal developments in the area of personnel law as it pertains to school districts.

Who This Conference Is For

  • school principals & other campus-level personnel
  • superintendents
  • school board members
  • school attorneys
  • district administrators

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Topics Overview

  • Jim Walsh: Accommodating Employee Religious Beliefs
  • Lynda Jackson: RIFS and Other Financials Cliffs
  • Ashton Makarwich: ADA and the Interactive Process
  • Kendra Yoch: Where Are We With Title IX?
  • Amanda Moore: Annual Review of Termination and Nonrenewal Cases
  • Sarah Flournoy & Jennifer Covington: Handling Unemployment Claims

Dates & Location

The Worthington Renaissance – December 11, 2024

200 Main St
Fort Worth, TX 76102


Or watch online from January 3rd, 2025 – March 31st, 2025.

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Accreditation

This conference provides 6.0 hours of CPE credit through SBEC, TEA (for School Board and Charter School Board Members), and also provides 6 hours of MCLE credit for attorneys (no ethics hours).  This training may meet local requirements for General Management Trainings and we will also supply a general Certificate of Attendance for filing with other professional organizations as needed.

Topics & Speakers

Accommodating Employee Religious Beliefs

Jim walsh

Walsh Gallegos Robinson & Roalson, P.C. – Austin

At this year’s Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators, Jim Walsh with the Walsh Gallegos Law Firm will offer the latest updates on accommodating employees’ religious beliefs. A recent Supreme Court ruling has established new standards, making it more challenging for employers to navigate these accommodations. Be sure to attend this presentation for expert guidance on managing this evolving area of the law.


RIFS and Other Financial Cliffs

Lynda Jackson

Fort Worth ISD

Some districts may soon face a “reduction in force” (RIF) to improve operational efficiency, cut costs, or respond to financial pressures. At this year’s Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators, Lynda Jackson with Fort Worth ISD will discuss RIF processes and provide legal and practical guidance on managing RIFs and other financial challenges facing our school districts.


ADA & The Interactive Process

Ashton Makarwich

Walsh Gallegos Robinson & Roalson, P.C. – Irving

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to accommodate employees with disabilities. At this year’s Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators, Ashton Makarwich with the Walsh
Gallegos Law Firm will cover the latest legal updates on the ADA and detail the requirements for the interactive process. Don’t miss this year’s Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators to gain valuable insights into navigating these evolving legal obligations.


Where Are We With Title IX?

Kendra Yoch

Thompson & Horton – Dallas/Fort Worth

Title IX prohibits sex-based discrimination in schools and education programs that receive federal funding. The Biden administration introduced regulations to address discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, which have faced legal challenges. At this year’s Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators, Kendra Yoch from Thompson & Horton will provide an update on the status of these challenges and their implications on school administration.


Annual Review of Termination & Nonrenewal Cases

Amanda Moore

Walsh Gallegos Robinson & Roalson, P.C. – Austin

Nonrenewals and terminations are perennial issues all school districts face. At this year’s Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators, Amanda Moore with the Walsh Gallegos Law Firm will provide a comprehensive overview of legal updates concerning school district employee separations. Don’t miss the latest developments in this area to gain valuable insights and ensure legal compliance with Chapter 21 nonrenewals and terminations.


Handling Unemployment Claims

Sarah Flournoy & Jennifer Covington

Brackett & Ellis – Fort Worth

The Texas Workforce Commission oversees unemployment benefits, which is an employer-paid program that provides temporary income benefits to eligible workers who, through no fault of their own lost their job or are working reduced hours. At this year’s Personnel Law Conference for School Administrators, Sarah Flournoy and Jennifer Covington of Brackett & Ellis will team up to address the latest legal updates on handling unemployment claims. They will offer insights into recent developments and share best practices for managing these claims effectively.


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FAQs

Will my registration be tax-exempt?

Yes, our conference registrations are automatically charged as tax-exempt.

Can I register online with PO (Purchase Order)?

When registering for an ED311 event you can either pay with a credit card, or choose to be invoiced and pay later. If you choose the invoice option, there is a PO field where you can enter your PO#, if you have it. After registering, please email a copy of your purchase order form to PO@ed311.com. Please note that your registration is not considered complete until we receive either your purchase order form or payment (via check, credit card, or ACH).​

Are there multiple registration prices?

We now offer group registration discounts on some events! We also offer a discount if you would like to access your conference materials digitally instead of getting a printed conference workbook. We no longer offer early payment discounts. If you have a very large group of attendees or a group of students that you’d like to send to one of our events, please contact ambrose@ed311.com

Do I need to pay in advance for my registration? 

We must receive either a valid purchase order form or payment before the date of your event. Simply filling out the registration form does not complete your registration. Your registration is only considered complete once we have received either an approved purchase order form or payment by check, credit card, or ACH. You can email your purchase order to PO@ed311.com. Registrants of our online virtual events will not receive digital access until we have received your PO or payment. Registrants of an in-person event will not be able to attend the event without a PO or payment.

Can I substitute another person in my place for a conference I am registered for?

Yes. Submit your request via our Substitution Form. Please note that we must receive your substitution request at least 3 business days before the date of the event for your attendee to be included on our list of attendees at the event registration table. If you need to make a last minute substitution, that is not a problem. Just make sure your sub checks in using the original registrant’s name and tell our staff at the registration table that they are a substitute.

 How can I get your W-9?

You can download our W-9 here.

Who can I ask if I have any additional questions?

If you have any further questions, please email Danielle King at dking@ed311.com.

Event Cancellation & Substitution Policy

Cancellations:  In general, we do not issue cancellation refunds. If you can no longer attend an in-person event and would like to cancel, your options are to either (1) send a substitute to the event or (2) switch to the online version of the event. If the event you are attending does not have an online component, then we will issue a refund less a $30 cancellation fee, as long as we receive your cancellation request within 2 weeks in advance of your event.

If you have not yet paid for your event and no longer wish to attend, you can cancel your registration by contacting chpowers@ed311.com.

If you have an extenuating circumstance please email dking@ed311.com.

Substitutions: Substitutions may be made through this form in advance of any of our events.

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