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Thursday, July 11
 

8:30am EDT

Do's and Don'ts with Accounts Payable!
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C100
Delve into the essential techniques to enhance the efficiency of your invoice processing. Discover the optimal methods and common errors to steer clear of in this procedure. Gain comprehensive insights into the essential components for effective scanning. Engage in a detailed exploration of these critical factors with our team!
Speakers
PM
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C100 Highland Tech
  Finance, Accounts Payable

8:30am EDT

Play Ball!!
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C106
Bases loaded, let's take a swing at Oracle and score a homerun!  Let us delve into the significant concepts surrounding accounts receivable.
Speakers
JK
avatar for Ashley Mishoe

Ashley Mishoe

Purchasing Officer, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C106 Highland Tech
  Finance, Purchasing

8:30am EDT

Study the Rulebooks of HR, AESOP and Leave
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C115
In this class, participants will engage in a comprehensive discussion covering topics such as AESOP, leave management issues and concerns, FMLA, and various other inquiries financial secretaries have. 
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Neal

Kristin Neal

HR Specialist, Gaston County Schools
PD

Pam Dellinger

Disability Coordinator, Human Resources
avatar for Ruth Dionicio

Ruth Dionicio

AESOP Specialist, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C115 Highland Tech
  HR Dept

8:30am EDT

Stop The Bleed
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C129
The Stop the Bleed program is designed to facilitate the collaboration between everyday individuals and medical experts to offer practical, hands-on instruction. Participants are trained in essential techniques such as applying dressings, using tourniquets and packing wounds, equipping them to provide critical, on-the-spot assistance to bleeding victims.
Speakers
AS
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C129 Highland Tech
  Safety & Security Dept

8:30am EDT

Title I Spending-Go the Distance!
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C126
Federal funds are used to ensure that all children have a fair, equal and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education. These funds are used to improve curriculum programs, instructional activities, counseling, parental involvement, increase staff, etc. Federal programs have one goal: to assist schools in meeting the educational goals of low-income students. Join us as we review the correct procedures for spending Title I funds.
Presenters: Dr. Cynthia Reynolds, Director of Federal Programs
Andrew Carpenter, Federal Programs Budget Analyst

Speakers
avatar for Dr. Cynthia Reynolds

Dr. Cynthia Reynolds

Director of Federal Programs, Gaston County Schools
Dr. Cynthia Reynolds is Federal Program Director in Gaston County Public Schools located in Gastonia, NC. In this capacity Dr. Reynolds oversees the Federal Programs for the district. She facilitates professional development for personnel on the requirements mandated by the district... Read More →
avatar for Andrea Meyer

Andrea Meyer

Federal Programs Compliance Coordinator, Gaston County Schools
AC
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C126 Highland Tech
  Title I Dept

8:30am EDT

Mastering Gmail: Tips and Tricks for Maximum Productivity
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C105
Many of us rely on Gmail for our email needs, yet the myriad of convenient features it offers often go unnoticed. Discover how to effortlessly stay connected, optimize your productivity, and unlock your full potential as a Gmail power user through enlightening tips and tricks shared by TSS.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Goodson

Chris Goodson

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Gaston County Schools
Chris Goodson is an instructional technology facilitator for middle and high schools in Gaston County. He is a former journalist, recovering English teacher and a bit of a nerd. His professional interests include game-based learning, 3D design and printing, and makerspaces. In his... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room C105 Highland Tech
  TSS

9:35am EDT

Avoid hitting a sales tax foul ball
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C100
No one can be good at everything so we'll reach greater success when we Team Up! Let's team up and talk about sales tax. What could be more fun than that? :-) We'll discuss the exemption related to sales made by schools and how to complete the forms necessary to maximize this benefit. Let's face it, no one wants to deal with sales tax. It can be intimidating so let's talk about it and relieve some of that stress.

Speakers
DS
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C100 Highland Tech
  Finance Dept, Tax Specialist

9:35am EDT

Study the rulebooks of HR, AESOP and Leave
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C115
In this class, participants will engage in a comprehensive discussion covering topics such as AESOP, leave management issues and concerns, FMLA, and various other inquiries financial secretaries have.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Neal

Kristin Neal

HR Specialist, Gaston County Schools
PD

Pam Dellinger

Disability Coordinator, Human Resources
avatar for Ruth Dionicio

Ruth Dionicio

AESOP Specialist, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C115 Highland Tech
  HR Dept

9:35am EDT

Stop The Bleed
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C129
The Stop the Bleed program is designed to facilitate the collaboration between everyday individuals and medical experts to offer practical, hands-on instruction. Participants are trained in essential techniques such as applying dressings, using tourniquets and packing wounds, equipping them to provide critical, on-the-spot assistance to bleeding victims.
Speakers
AS
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C129 Highland Tech
  Safety & Security Dept

9:35am EDT

Title I Spending-Go the Distance!
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C126
Federal funds are used to ensure that all children have a fair, equal and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education. These funds are used to improve curriculum programs, instructional activities, counseling, parental involvement, increase staff, etc. Federal programs have one goal: to assist schools in meeting the educational goals of low-income students. Join us as we review the correct procedures for spending Title I funds.
Presenters: Dr. Cynthia Reynolds, Director of Federal Programs
Andrew Carpenter, Federal Programs Budget Analyst
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Cynthia Reynolds

Dr. Cynthia Reynolds

Director of Federal Programs, Gaston County Schools
Dr. Cynthia Reynolds is Federal Program Director in Gaston County Public Schools located in Gastonia, NC. In this capacity Dr. Reynolds oversees the Federal Programs for the district. She facilitates professional development for personnel on the requirements mandated by the district... Read More →
AC
avatar for Andrea Meyer

Andrea Meyer

Federal Programs Compliance Coordinator, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C126 Highland Tech
  Title I Dept

9:35am EDT

Mastering Google Forms: Design, Customization, and Data Collection Strategies
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C105
Are you looking for an easy way to gather and sort information from multiple people? Look no further than Google Forms! We’ll look at how to design basic forms and how to “spruce them up”.  Participants will have time to start creating a form to collect beginning of the year staff information.
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Nussbaumer

Lisa Nussbaumer

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Gaston County Schools
Lisa Nussbaumer is a graduate of Furman University.  She received her Masters of School Administration from University of North Carolina at Charlotte.  Lisa was a teacher for 13 years.  She started her career as a High School Spanish teacher then spent time as an Elementary School... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 10:35am EDT
Room C105 Highland Tech
  TSS

9:35am EDT

How to hit a homerun with Payroll!
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 11:45am EDT
Room C106
Let's make this the best year yet for Payroll!  Come in for an extensive review of payroll practices and procedures so you can start the year off on the right track.

This two session class is designed for Financial Secretaries and Central Office Staff. 
Please note that it will take the place of 2 classes during your schedule. Please plan your schedule accordingly.
Speakers
JM

Jerri Meek

Lead Payroll Specialist, Gaston County Schools
AM

Adrean Milbry

Payroll Specialist, Gaston County Schools
avatar for Maria Psarianos

Maria Psarianos

Benefits Specialist
avatar for Sandy Hammonds

Sandy Hammonds

Payroll Specialist, Gaston County Schools
avatar for Lisa Withers
GW

Gina Waters

Payroll Supervisor, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:35am - 11:45am EDT
Room C106 Highland Tech
  Finance, Payroll

10:40am EDT

Do's and Don'ts with Accounts Payable!
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C105
Delve into the essential techniques to enhance the efficiency of your invoice processing. Discover the optimal methods and common errors to steer clear of in this procedure. Gain comprehensive insights into the essential components for effective scanning. Engage in a detailed exploration of these critical factors with our team!
Speakers
PM

Paula Medlin

Accounts Payable Specialist, Gaston County Schools
LT

Leigh Turlington

Accounts Payable Specialist, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C105 Highland Tech
  Finance, Accounts Payable

10:40am EDT

It's Game Time!
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C126
Coming to you live, from the Finance Stage at Gaston County Schools Studios, this is Financial Secretary Jeopardy! Let's team up and have some fun while we review School Activity Fund Procedures!
Speakers
avatar for Jodi Brookshire
BC

Benita Cooper

Internal Auditor, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C126 Highland Tech
  Finance, Business Services

10:40am EDT

Avoid hitting a sales tax foul ball
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C100
No one can be good at everything so we'll reach greater success when we Team Up! Let's team up and talk about sales tax. What could be more fun than that? :-) We'll discuss the exemption related to sales made by schools and how to complete the forms necessary to maximize this benefit. Let's face it, no one wants to deal with sales tax. It can be intimidating so let's talk about it and relieve some of that stress.

Speakers
DS
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C100 Highland Tech
  Finance Dept, Tax Specialist

10:40am EDT

Which part of the T.E.A.M. are you?
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C115
This session looks at the components that make a successful team, emphasizing ways you and your peers can create a working environment that is productive & healthy

Speakers
avatar for Beth Suber

Beth Suber

Human Resources Coordinator, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C115 Highland Tech
  HR Dept

10:40am EDT

This is where winners are made! - Worker's Comp, Student & Visitor Injuries, Property Damage
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C129
Discover the fundamental principles of Worker's Compensation, handling student and visitor injuries, addressing property damage concerns, managing vendor check-ins, and various other safety and security protocols provided by the Safety and Security Department.
Speakers
RD

Rebecca Dangler

Risk Management Specialist, Safety & Security Department
Thursday July 11, 2024 10:40am - 11:40am EDT
Room C129 Highland Tech
  Safety & Security Dept

12:50pm EDT

Legal Dept-Need to review a play?
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C126
Explore the opportunity to seek insights from the legal experts at Gaston County Schools’ Legal Department without hesitation. Engage in an informative session where your legal inquiries will be addressed comprehensively and your apprehensions acknowledged earnestly. Delve into topics such as custody disputes, procedures for obtaining student records, interpretations of school policies, handling of subpoenas, adherence to sex offender restrictions, application of restraining orders, and any other legal matters pertinent to the school environment.
Speakers
SM

Sonya McGraw

Attorney, Gaston County Schools
SW

Sandra Whitmire

Administrative Assistant - Legal Department, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C126 Highland Tech
  Central Office, Legal

12:50pm EDT

Budgeting for Champions!
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C129
Let's engage in strategizing, overseeing, and tracking budgets in Oracle as a collaborative team effort! We must utilize all available methods to guarantee that our budgets are optimized for maximum effectiveness and efficiency.
Speakers
JB

James Beckford

Director of Finance, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C129 Highland Tech
  Finance, Finance

12:50pm EDT

Which part of the T.E.A.M. are you?
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C115
This session looks at the components that make a successful team, emphasizing ways you and your peers can create a working environment that is productive & healthy.
Speakers
avatar for Beth Suber

Beth Suber

Human Resources Coordinator, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C115 Highland Tech
  HR Dept

12:50pm EDT

Let's Go Pro!- PSP Certification
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C100
In this session, we will explain what the PSP (Professional Standards Program) certification is, how you earn your certification and why it would be important to your future to receive your PSP certification. Find out what it will take to earn your certification. We will give you an overview of the program, show you how to enhance your skills along the way and show you how the organization works to promote education and office professionals.
Speakers
VW

Vicki Welch

Financial Secretary, Cramerton Middle School
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C100 Highland Tech
  PSP Certification, PSP

12:50pm EDT

Organized Chaos: A Google Tools Playbook
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C105
Get in the game with this interactive workshop focusing on Google Drive, Keep, Calendar and Tasks. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned veteran, you'll leave with a playbook of winning strategies to help you work smarter, not harder, and become a champion in your role!
Presenter:
Krystal Strader, Instructional Technology Facilitator
Speakers
avatar for Krystal Strader

Krystal Strader

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Gaston County Schools
Krystal is an Instructional Technology Facilitator at Gaston County Schools with 15+ years of experience in high school mathematics and curriculum & instruction. She holds dual bachelor's degrees in Mathematics Education and Statistics, and a master’s in Learning Design & Technology... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room C105 Highland Tech
  TSS

12:50pm EDT

How to hit a homerun with Payroll!
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room C106
Let's make this the best year yet for Payroll!  Come in for an extensive review of payroll practices and procedures so you can start the year off on the right track.

This two session class is designed for Financial Secretaries and Central Office Staff. 
Please note that it will take the place of 2 classes during your schedule. Please plan your schedule accordingly.
Speakers
avatar for Sandy Hammonds

Sandy Hammonds

Payroll Specialist, Gaston County Schools
JM

Jerri Meek

Lead Payroll Specialist, Gaston County Schools
AM

Adrean Milbry

Payroll Specialist, Gaston County Schools
avatar for Maria Psarianos

Maria Psarianos

Benefits Specialist
GW

Gina Waters

Payroll Supervisor, Gaston County Schools
avatar for Lisa Withers
Thursday July 11, 2024 12:50pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room C106 Highland Tech
  Finance, Payroll

1:55pm EDT

Legal Dept-Need to review a play?
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C126
Explore the opportunity to seek insights from the legal experts at Gaston County Schools’ Legal Department without hesitation. Engage in an informative session where your legal inquiries will be addressed comprehensively and your apprehensions acknowledged earnestly. Delve into topics such as custody disputes, procedures for obtaining student records, interpretations of school policies, handling of subpoenas, adherence to sex offender restrictions, application of restraining orders, and any other legal matters pertinent to the school environment.
Speakers
SM

Sonya McGraw

Attorney, Gaston County Schools
SW

Sandra Whitmire

Administrative Assistant - Legal Department, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C126 Highland Tech
  Central Office, Legal

1:55pm EDT

Budgeting for Champions!
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C129
Let's engage in strategizing, overseeing, and tracking budgets in Oracle as a collaborative team effort! We must utilize all available methods to guarantee that our budgets are optimized for maximum effectiveness and efficiency.


Speakers
JB

James Beckford

Director of Finance, Gaston County Schools
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C129 Highland Tech
  Finance, Finance

1:55pm EDT

Let's Go Pro!- PSP Certification
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C100
In this session, we will explain what the PSP (Professional Standards Program) certification is, how you earn your certification and why it would be important to your future to receive your PSP certification. Find out what it will take to earn your certification. We will give you an overview of the program, show you how to enhance your skills along the way and show you how the organization works to promote education and office professionals.  
Presenter:
Cherri Johnston, PSP Committee of GCAEOP
Speakers
VW

Vicki Welch

Financial Secretary, Cramerton Middle School
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C100 Highland Tech
  PSP Certification, PSP

1:55pm EDT

This is where winners are made! - Worker's Comp, Student & Visitor Injuries, Property Damage
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C115
Discover the fundamental principles of Worker's Compensation, handling student and visitor injuries, addressing property damage concerns, managing vendor check-ins, and various other safety and security protocols provided by the Safety and Security Department.
Speakers
RD

Rebecca Dangler

Risk Management Specialist, Safety & Security Department
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C115 Highland Tech
  Safety & Security Dept

1:55pm EDT

Organized Chaos: A Google Tools Playbook
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C105
Get in the game with this interactive workshop focusing on Google Drive, Keep, Calendar and Tasks. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned veteran, you'll leave with a playbook of winning strategies to help you work smarter, not harder, and become a champion in your role!
Presenter:
Krystal Strader, Instructional Technology Facilitator
Speakers
avatar for Krystal Strader

Krystal Strader

Instructional Technology Facilitator, Gaston County Schools
Krystal is an Instructional Technology Facilitator at Gaston County Schools with 15+ years of experience in high school mathematics and curriculum & instruction. She holds dual bachelor's degrees in Mathematics Education and Statistics, and a master’s in Learning Design & Technology... Read More →
Thursday July 11, 2024 1:55pm - 2:55pm EDT
Room C105 Highland Tech
  TSS

3:30pm EDT

Toy Box Leadership
Thursday July 11, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Cafeteria
Join us for a presentation by Sharon Padgett, CEO of Gaston County Family YMCA, promising enlightening insights and discussions based off the book "Toy Box Leadership". This event aims to engage and inspire all attendees, offering an enriching experience that is not to be missed.
Speakers
SP

Sharon Padgett

Chief Executive Director, YMCA
Thursday July 11, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Cafeteria Highland Tech
  Guest Speaker
 
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