WEBINAR: The Final IDEA Regulations (CANCELLED)
Locations: Throughout Michigan
October 26, 2006,

Benefits/Retirement
October 31, 2006, 8:45 am to noon
Location: LCC West, Lansing
Learn how to explain employee benefits, social security benefits and retirement. Also understand when to offer COBRA and how it works.

Collective Bargaining Agreement
October 31, 2006, 12:45 to 4:00 pm
Location: LCC West, Lansing
Learn how to interpret the bargaining agreement language, understand leave benefits and grievance procedures. An overview of union dues and political deductions and non-deductions. Learn how to administer overtime, FMLA, and FLSA. Also gain knowledge of the difference between an independent contractor vs. an employee.

WEBINAR: The Pathways Away From Prison - Closing The Gate
November 2, 2006, 2:00 - 5:15 pm
Locations: Throughout Michigan
About 53% of prisoners have children in school. This means that there are at least 25,000 children of incarcerated parents in your schools. What risk indicators can you find that will help you put these students on a successful life by keeping them away from prison. Learn the risk and resiliency factors to help you as an administrator, teacher, board member and superintendent keep these children from following the paths of their parents.

Aspiring Superintendents - Part I
November 9, 2006, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: LCC West, Lansing
This two-part program will provide the most recent information, professional advice and proven strategies for those aspiring to the superintendency. Part II takes place on 01/18/07. You may attend this session without attending the second session.

Cash Management
November 9, 2006, 8:15 - 11:30 am
Location: At Amway Grand Plaza, in conjunction with the 20th Annual MIEM Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals. Register for this event if you will NOT be attending the Support Staff Conference.

Year-end Payroll Reporting: Payroll & Tax Returns
November 9, 2006, 1:30 - 5:00 pm
Location: At Amway Grand Plaza, in conjunction with the 20th Annual MIEM Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals. Register for this event if you are NOT attending the 20th Annual Support Staff Conference. Understand the 941s, W-2s, tax deposit requirements, business expense accounting, retirement incentives and other paperwork related to payroll. Learn how to track sick time accurately. Be aware of the payroll functions as it relates to automation, i.e., EFT, garnishments, and vendors. Know the difference between salary and hourly employees and how the payroll function may change.

TDP, IRS Sec. 125, 403(b), 457, And Workers Comp
Location: LCC West, Lansing, 8:45 am - 4:00 pm
November 14, 2006
Understand the processing of workers' compensation claims and the legal and operational aspects of a deferred/defined contribution program and how it affects every payroll office in the state. Know the rules and regulations of 403(b) and cafeteria plans (Sec. 125).

WEBINAR: Closing Of Schools/Declining Enrollment
Locations: Throughout Michigan, 2:00 - 5:15 pm
November 16, 2006
Have you been experiencing declining enrollment and the closing of buildings? Hear from the experts who have been dealing with this situation. Attend this Webinar to get ideas on how you need to approach this subject.

WEBINAR: Staying Out Of Trouble
Locations: Throughout Michigan, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
November 20, 2006
This is Part 1 of a four-part series. Superintendent Howe will share his list of things to consider that will help superintendents to lower the probability of "getting into trouble." The list of 28 things to consider and do will be shared in a direct, humorous, yet serious manner with opportunity to interact and support his findings.

Environmental Health And Safety
Location: MELG Building, Lansing, 8:45 am - 12:00 noon
November 28, 2006
Major state and federal regulations and how they are blended with each other and their impact on facilities.

Utilities And Energy Efficiency
Location: MELG Building, Lansing, 12:45 pm - 4:00 pm
November 28, 2006
Overview of gas and electric utilities, including: services provided and deregulation; discussion of energy conservation options; and a method of financing.

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