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Thursday, November 5
 

8:00am PST

Breakfast Opens
Thursday November 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:15am PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor

Thursday November 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:15am PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Meal Function

8:00am PST

Registration Open
Thursday November 5, 2026 8:00am - Friday November 6, 2026 9:15am PST
1st Floor Lobby


Thursday November 5, 2026 8:00am - Friday November 6, 2026 9:15am PST
1st Floor Lobby Valley River Inn, 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Registration & Check-In

8:30am PST

Welcome & Kick Off
Thursday November 5, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor

Thursday November 5, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  General Session

9:30am PST

AI Didn’t Break Our Schools—It Exposed Them: A Leadership Framework for Responding to AI in Charter Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor
As AI tools rapidly reshape student behavior, many schools have responded with stricter controls, surveillance, and reactive policies. But what if AI isn’t the problem—it’s the signal?This session shares how one charter school responded to widespread AI misuse not by doubling down on enforcement, but by redesigning systems. Participants will explore a practical, leadership-focused framework...
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Speakers
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Kieffer Tarbell

Teacher, Metro East Web Academy (MEWA)
Kieffer Tarbell is an educator and program designer at Metro East Web Academy who has led the development of a school-wide response to AI integration, including policy creation, student programming, and instructional redesign. His work outside of teaching online science classes, focuses... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Breakout Session

9:30am PST

State School Fund 101 and Charter School Finances
Thursday November 5, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor
  • SSF basics – the moving target for almost three years:
    • Who, what, when, where and why
  • Why do we have a charter rate and why is this important to understand?
  • Charter schools and transportation funding
  • Q&A
Speakers
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Mike Witfong

School Finance and School Facilities Administrator, Oregon Department of Education
 Mike Wiltfong has worked for the Oregon Department of Education since 2006 and is currently the School Finance and School Facilities Administrator. He has held a variety of interesting positions over the years, working on education policy and administering numerous grants for both... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
  Breakout Session

10:40am PST

Navigating Emerging Legal Risks for Oregon Charter Schools: Religious Neutrality, Vendor Relationships, and Public Procurement Compliance
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor
Oregon charter schools operate in an increasingly complex legal environment where constitutional requirements, statutory obligations, and day-to-day operational realities frequently intersect. This session will provide a practical legal update on two areas presenting significant compliance risks for charter schools. First, the session will address the evolving legal landscape surrounding...
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Speakers
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Sarah Einowski

Of Counsel, Jordan Ramis PC
Sarah comes to private practice after working in education and understands what it is like day-to-day in Oregon's public schools. She brings her specific education background and deep legal knowledge to her representation of public charter schools. 
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Matthew Lowe

Partner, Jordan Ramis PC
Matt has been representing public charter school for over 25 years and has a depth of knowledge related to nonprofits generally and public charter school in particular.

Forming and operating a public charter school comes with challenges, including the multiple state and federal laws and regulations that apply. We help our clients navigate through this unique process from the initial charter agreement and negotiation, to advising and drafting policies... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
  Breakout Session

10:40am PST

Stop Paying for Chaos: Cleaning Up Your School’s Tech Stack
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor
Many schools are not overspending on technology because they have too many tools. They are overspending because systems have grown without clear ownership, evaluation, or alignment. Over time, schools accumulate overlapping platforms, underused subscriptions, outdated contracts, and disconnected workflows that create confusion for staff and frustration for leadership teams.This session provides a...
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Speakers
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Jeff Huang

Director of Operations, Techabee
With six years in educational technology, I am passionate about using innovative tools to enrich the learning experience. My background blends technical skills and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the education sector. Throughout my career, I... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:40am - 11:55am PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Breakout Session

12:00pm PST

Who Has to Leave Parts of Themselves at the Door? What Are We Asking People to Carry?: Redesigning Schools Through Belonging Infrastructure™
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor
* Every school has infrastructure.* Academic infrastructure.* Behavior infrastructure.* Safety infrastructure.* Technology infrastructure.But what if the greatest barrier to belonging isn't the people in our schools, but the conditions we've unintentionally designed around them?For many students, particularly those from historically marginalized communities, belonging comes with an invisible cost....
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Speakers
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Angelina Muñoz

Co-Founder | Curriculum & Learning Experience Strategist, Rooted in Power Collective Consultancy
I am Angelina Muñoz a Mexican American educator and curriculum specialist with over 10 years of experience in equity and education work. I hold an Oregon K–8 teaching license and have spent my career centering Black and BIPOC student experiences through authentic history curriculum... Read More →
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Sade Rivers

Co-Founder | Leadership & Belonging Strategist, Rooted in Power Collective Consultancy
I'm Sade Rivers, Co-Founder of Rooted in Power Collective Consultancy. As a Black woman and mother, my journey began when I saw a gap in my own children's charter school that couldn't be ignored, so instead of waiting for someone else to create change, I created the role I believed... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  General Session

12:00pm PST

Lunch Open
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor
Join us for our general session:

Who Has to Leave Parts of Themselves at the Door? What Are We Asking People to Carry?: Redesigning Schools Through Belonging Infrastructure™

With Angelina Muñoz and Sade Rivers, co-founders, Rooted in Power Collective Consultancy
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Meal Function

1:45pm PST

State School Fund 301 training
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor
  • SSF Forecasting 
  • SSF Reconciliation and why does this matter – lessons learned
  • Finance and charter agreements
  • How to review district payments to charter schools – sharing Excel calculator that anyone can use
  • Q&A
Speakers
MW

Mike Witfong

School Finance and School Facilities Administrator, Oregon Department of Education
 Mike Wiltfong has worked for the Oregon Department of Education since 2006 and is currently the School Finance and School Facilities Administrator. He has held a variety of interesting positions over the years, working on education policy and administering numerous grants for both... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
  Breakout Session

1:45pm PST

Stronger Together: Advancing Oregon Charter Schools Through Collaboration and Shared Impact
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor
This presentation highlights how Oregon charter schools can deepen their collective impact by strengthening partnerships, aligning best practices, and building intentional systems of support across the campus and outside organizations. Rather than working in parallel, charter schools have an opportunity to operate as a connected network, leveraging shared strengths to improve outcomes for students...
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Speakers
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Lisa Arellano & Katie Nunes

Lisa Arellano- CEO, Willamette Leadership Academy
Lisa Arellano is an educational leader and charter school advocate dedicated to expanding opportunities for students through innovative, student-centered learning. As CEO at Willamette Leadership Academy, she focuses on building strong community partnerships, supporting student success... Read More →
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Katie Nunes

Site Director, Willamette Leadership Academy
Katie has worked in education for over 15 years as a classroom teacher and charter school administrator. During that time, Katie has focused on providing equitable access to education for all students and supporting innovative education to students who struggle to find their place... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Breakout Session

2:55pm PST

From Differentiation to Specially Designed Instruction: What SDI Really Looks Like in General Education
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:55pm - 3:55pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor
School leaders play a critical role in ensuring inclusive practices are implemented consistently and effectively across classrooms. While many schools emphasize differentiation to support diverse learners, differentiation alone does not always meet the requirements of Specially Designed Instruction (SDI). Leaders are often tasked with supporting teams in understanding what SDI looks like, how it...
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Speakers
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Amanda Wise

Project Director, UCP Charter Schools
Amanda Wise, Project Director at UCP of Central Florida, brings more than 20 years of experience in education, with expertise in child development, data analysis, strategic planning, and exceptional student education. Her career includes leadership roles spanning school administration... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:55pm - 3:55pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
  Breakout Session

2:55pm PST

Retaining Great Teachers Through Financial Confidence: Helping Educators Understand PERS and Retirement
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:55pm - 3:55pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor
Teacher retention is one of the greatest challenges facing schools today, yet one of the most overlooked retention tools is helping educators and staff understand their long-term financial future. Many school staff members enter the profession with little understanding of retirement systems or how career decisions impact their financial stability. This uncertainty can contribute to an early...
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Speakers
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Sheryl Zimmerer

Executive Director, Logos Public Charter School
Sheryl Zimmerer is the Executive Director of Logos Public Charter School in Medford, Oregon. With years of experience in educational leadership and staff development, she is passionate about creating supportive school cultures that retain high-quality educators. Her work focuses on... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:55pm - 3:55pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Breakout Session
 
Friday, November 6
 

8:00am PST

Breakfast
Friday November 6, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor

Friday November 6, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am PST
McKenzie Ballroom, 2nd floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Meal Function

9:45am PST

From Growth to Expansion: The Arco Iris Enrollment Story
Friday November 6, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor
Charter schools across Oregon are competing for a shrinking pool of families, with tighter budgets, more crowded marketing landscapes, and leaders stretched thinner than ever. In that environment, the schools pulling ahead aren't the ones with the biggest budgets — they're the ones who've figured out what makes them genuinely different, and built their enrollment strategy around it.Arco Iris...
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Speakers
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Christa Billings

Board Chair, Arco Iris Spanish Immersion Charter School
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reldridge9

Associate Vice President of New Business, Grow Schools
Grow Schools is in service to schools, helping school leaders get where they’re going. We provide money and resources to schools with the mission of giving every kid a nurturing school environment where they can flourish.
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Ashley MacQuarrie

VP of Marketing, Grow Schools
Originally from Los Angeles, Ashley attended San Diego State University, studying English, Film & Media. Ashley has years of experience in education and the digital marketing industry, having gained classroom experience before managing content and social media teams, developing websites... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Breakout Session

9:45am PST

Reclaiming Instructional Time: Aligning Behavior Supports to Drive Student Outcomes in Charter Classrooms
Friday November 6, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor
Charter schools are working to improve student outcomes while navigating increasing instructional and behavioral demands. Supporting student engagement requires systems that connect classroom instruction, individualized supports, and schoolwide behavior practices.This session shares a practical approach for aligning daily classroom practices with individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)...
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Speakers
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April Preston

UCP Charter Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
  Breakout Session

10:55am PST

Proper Budgeting and Facility Financing Options
Friday November 6, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor
As you consider your facility expense, there are both budgeting considerations along with securing funding for your facility. Tonya and David will walk through how to budget for facilities, what to do today in anticipation of securing a permanent facility and what financing options are available to charter schools. There are many steps charters can take today to prepare for a pending financing...
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Speakers
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Tonya Mosher

President / Owner, https://trueblueaccounting.com/
Tonya Mosher is a local bookkeeping and payroll firm originally from Beaverton, Oregon. She offers a broad range of services for entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations. She manages the finances for more than a dozen charter schools in Oregon.
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LRB Public Finance Advisors

Principal / Owner, LRB Public Finance Advisors
LRB Public Finance Advisors is an independent financial advisory firm specializing in helping charter schools finance their facilities. We advise schools on a wide range of transactions, including new construction, expansions, renovations, refinancings, restructurings, and combinations... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
  Breakout Session

10:55am PST

Stepping Up to Conflict
Friday November 6, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor
Conflict is one of the most predictable parts of school leadership — and one of the least taught. This practical, 75 minute workshop gives K-12 leaders a clear framework and concrete language for stepping into difficult conversations with staff, parents, and peers before small frustrations become entrenched problems. Drawing on Nonviolent Communication, the SCARF model of threat response, and...
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Speakers
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Michael Caldwell

Founder/ CEO, 5xLeadership
Mike Caldwell is the Founder of LinkedLeaders, a national platform dedicated to accelerating the growth and effectiveness of K–12 school leaders through mentorship, collaboration, and professional support. Before founding LinkedLeaders, Mike spent two years as Director at Bluum... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 10:55am - 12:10pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Breakout Session

12:20pm PST

2027 Legislative Session: Charter Schools, K-12 Funding & More!
Friday November 6, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor
Join Iris Chavez and members from the Oregon Coalition of Community Charter Schools Advocacy committee to discuss what we expect to work on during the 2027 legislative session. From charter school statute modernization to K-12 funding formula issues, there's a lot to prepare for!
Speakers
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Iris Chavez

Director, ORC3S
Legislative session preview
Friday November 6, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm PST
West Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
  Breakout Session

12:20pm PST

Complaint Investigations: From Stumbling Blocks to Stepping Stones
Friday November 6, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor
This session explores the internal investigation lifecycle by identifying common pitfalls and providing actionable best practices to help attendees conduct professional, ethical, and defensible investigations.
Speakers
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Tania Tong

CEO and Lead Investigator, PRISM Investigations LLC
Tania conducts investigations for local education agencies, state agencies, city and county governments, and private employers. Tania’s investigative experience includes special education, Section 504, Title IX, harassment, discrimination, bias incidents, personnel, and work and... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm PST
East Willamette Room, 1st Floor 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR 97401
  Breakout Session
 
Stronger Together: Advancing Oregon’s Charter Schools
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