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Brown Act and Conflict of Interest Training

September 19, 2024

Who Should Attend

  • Board Members
  • Administrators

Ensure your school’s success by mastering the complexities of the Brown Act and conflict of interest laws. This training, designed for board members and administrators, provides practical tools and crucial insights to help you navigate your legal responsibilities as public school stewards. Time for questions and answers provided.

Training Highlights:

  • Comprehensive Brown Act Overview: Gain a deep understanding of the Brown Act, ensuring your school’s governance is transparent and compliant.
  • Conflict of Interest Compliance: Learn how to comply with conflict of interest laws, including common challenges charter schools face, such as hiring relatives or engaging in contracts with organizations tied to the financial interests of your board or staff members. We’ll explore real-world examples and address issues flagged by granting agencies, district attorneys, and the Fair Political Practices Commission—each of which has played a role in the revocation, non-renewal, or imposition of fines and criminal prosecution of charter school leaders.
  • Form 700 Essentials: Get the guidance you need to fill out your Form 700 accurately.

DATE: Thursday, September 19, 2024

TIME: 12:00 – 2:00 PM PDT

COST: $75.00

Register

Presented By

Jerry Simmons, ESQ.
Partner
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Kaela Haydu, ESQ.
Associate
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