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RECORDED WEBINAR: The Tides, They Are A-Changing (Again)…
2021-07-30 12:30 - 14:00 UTC
Webinar Request: The Tides, They Are A-Changing (Again)…

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Robbins Schwartz hosted an encore Just Keep Swimming Series Webinar to address the CDC’s July 27, 2021, updated guidance for masking in K-12 Schools and other prevention strategies.

Who Should Attend/Target Audience:

School AdministratorsSuperintendents

RECORDED WEBINAR: (More) Synchronized Swimming for Schools: How to Implement Statewide Mandates
2021-08-09 12:00 - 13:30
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Webinar Request: (More) Synchronized Swimming for Schools: How to Implement Statewide Mandates

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This webinar featured the latest on complying with Governor Pritzker’s new executive order for schools and handling concerns about the statewide mask mandate. As vaccine mandates become more common, our attorneys will also discuss the options schools currently have and practical considerations for encouraging or requiring vaccines.

Who Should Attend/Target Audience:

School AdministratorsSuperintendents

Recorded Webinar: Frequently Asked Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for School District Personnel
2021-08-31 09:00 - 10:30
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Webinar Request: Frequently Asked Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for School District Personnel

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This webinar features the Governor’s vaccine mandate for all school personnel, which takes effect on September 5, 2021. We will also look at the anticipated reaction to the mandate by unions and employees. The webinar will include a panel discussion on legal and practical considerations related to the Governor’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, the testing alternative, bargaining implications, and possible staff non-compliance. This webinar will be in a structured question-and-answer format.

What You Will Learn:

Attendees will learn about the scope of the Governor’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, the deadline for compliance, and the acceptable alternative of regular testing. Attendees will also learn about collective bargaining obligations and considerations at the table.

Who Should Attend/Target Audience:

School AdministratorsSuperintendents

RECORDED WEBINAR: Frequently Asked Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for Personnel and Students in the Higher Ed Setting
2021-08-31 11:00 - 12:30
Webinar Request: Frequently Asked Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for Personnel and Students in the Higher Ed Setting

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This webinar discusses the Governor’s vaccine mandate for all personnel and students (attending classes in-person), which takes effect on September 5, 2021. We will also look at the anticipated reaction to the mandate by unions, employees, and students. The webinar will include a panel discussion on legal and practical considerations related to the Governor’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, the testing alternative, bargaining implications, options for students enrolled in in-person classes, and possible staff or student non-compliance. This webinar will be in a structured question-and-answer format.

What You Will Learn:

Attendees will learn about the scope of the Governor’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, the deadline for compliance, and the acceptable alternative of regular testing. Attendees will also learn about collective bargaining obligations, considerations at the table, and options for students enrolled in in-person courses.

Who Should Attend/Target Audience:

Higher Education AdministratorsFacultyBoards of Education

RECORDED WEBINAR: Remote Learning Options and Considerations in Light of ISBE's Latest Guidance
2021-09-03 12:00 - 13:30
Webinar Request: Remote Learning Options and Considerations in Light of ISBE’s Latest Guidance

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On August 31, 2021, ISBE issued new remote learning guidance which significantly alters what many school districts are offering for remote learning during periods of quarantine. During this webinar, we will answer frequently asked questions related to the new ISBE guidance, and discuss practical considerations and options for remote offerings in light of the guidance coming out after the start of the school year. We will also review potential bargaining obligations if school districts plan to alter their remote learning options.

Who Should Attend/Target Audience:

Student Service AdministratorsSuperintendentsHuman Resource AdministratorsBuilding Administrators

RECORDED CONFERENCE Annual Legal Update for Illinois Colleges Conference 2021
2021-09-17 08:30 - 14:00
Annual Legal Update for Illinois Colleges Virtual Conference 2021

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The Return to Campus: Panel Discussion on Recent COVID-19 Guidance and Prevention Strategies for CollegesBargaining Implications in the COVID WorkplaceManaging Campus Social and Political Speech Without Violating the First AmendmentLegislative Devleopments’ Impact on the College WorkplaceNavigating Revenue Issues & Defending Your Tax BaseTitle IX, The LatestDBE Contract Requirements: An Updates and Refresher on Compliance with the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabillities Act

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Circuit Court Grants TRO in Schools: Now What?
2021-09-23 08:30 - 14:45
Webinar Request: Circuit Court Grants TRO in Schools: Now What?

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At approximately 5:00 p.m. on February 4, 2022, Judge Grischow issued a 29-page order granting plaintiffs’ motions for a temporary restraining order in both the student and employee cases in which plaintiffs challenged the state’s Covid-19 mitigation measures for schools. We are currently analyzing the order and its impact on both named and non-named parties. We realize that districts will have many questions about the impact of the order. Therefore, we are planning a webinar to discuss the ruling and its impact on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. In the meantime, please contact your Robbins Schwartz attorney regarding any immediate questions or concerns you may have about these cases and the best strategy for your district.

School Administrators’ Virtual Conference 2021
2021-09-23 08:30 - 14:45
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Topics Include:

Safe Return to School: Panel Discussion on COVID-19 Related ConcernsStaffing Shortages Following the Pandemic: Strategies and Legal Considerations for SubcontractingEmployee Leaves in a Post FFCRA WorldStudent Discipline and Enforcement of COVID-19 ProtocolsReview of New Illinois Employment Related Legislation and their Impact on the WorkplaceNavigating Revenue Issues & Defending Your Tax BaseTips for Handling Union and Employee Objections to COVID-19 Policies and ProceduresResidential and Other Unilateral Placements

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RECORDED WEBINAR: Student Discipline Refresher Series
2021-11-05 10:00 - 11:15
We are excited to offer Professional Development credit to all attendees through IASPA!

Where: Zoom

Price: $25 per person, per session. If you attend both sessions, it is $40.

We will send an invoice to your district following the conclusion of the series.

November 5: Student Discipline and SB100: Where Are We Now?

Topic Description:

The Student Discipline Webinar will review SB100 rules and procedures for student discipline. Overview of the process for issuing short-term suspensions, long-term suspensions, and referring a student for expulsion. The presentation will also review required forms and procedures, pursuant to SB 100.

November 12: Navigating the Ins and Outs of Special Education Discipline

Topic Description:

The Special Education Webinar will cover special considerations for students with disabilities including an overview of the manifestation determination review, the process for placing a student in an interim alternative educational setting, and other disciplinary and behavioral considerations specific to students with disabilities.

Who Should Attend/Target Audience:

Special Education AdministratorsPrincipals/Assistant PrincipalsStudent Services Staff MembersOther Staff Involved in Student DisciplineUpper Level Administrators

RECORDED WEBINAR: Making a Statement (of Economic Interests): Questions and Answers about New Disclosure Requirements
2022-04-07 12:00 - 13:00
Webinar Request: Making a Statement (of Economic Interests): Questions and Answers about New Disclosure Requirements

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Elected officials, candidates for office, appointed members of governing boards, and certain government employees must annually file a Statement of Economic Interests form by May 1 of each year. This year, due to the recent amendments to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act that went into effect on January 1, 2022, individuals required to file a Statement of Economic Interests must now disclose significantly more information, including assets with a value exceeding $10,000, sources of income in excess of $7,500, creditors of debt in excess of $10,000, and more. Individuals required to file must also list the economic interests of their spouse and children.

The Secretary of State recently issued guidance relating to the completion and filing of the Statement of Economic Interests, but many questions remain unanswered. Join us for an overview of the new filing requirements under the Governmental Ethics Act, along with a panel discussion of various fact scenarios and frequently asked questions relating to the Statement of Economic Interests.

What You Will Learn:

The legislative changes made to restraint and time out standards; Processes and procedures for com

Who must file Statements of Economic Interest;New disclosure requirements in Statements of Economic Interest;What assets, sources of income, and debts must be disclosed;What economic interests of family members must be disclosed.

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Board MembersCandidates for Elected OfficeGovernment Departmental/Division HeadsGovernment Employees with Authority over Contracts

Purchasing and Construction Conference
2022-04-08 08:30 - 12:30
Register for our Upcoming Conference Today! This year’s conference is being held in a Hybrid format with a virtual option.

Registration begins at 8:00 am and the Conference will begin at 8:30!

Location:

Hyatt Lodge

2815 Jorie Blvd

Oak Brook, IL 60523

Topics Include:

Bidding 101: Bidding Requirements, Exceptions, and Strategies for Cooperative PurchasingManaging a Successful Construction Project: From Team Selection to CloseoutRefund Recapture and Maximizing Revenue Under PTELLIdentifying Key Terms in Construction, Data and Licensing, and Other Commercial Contracts

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RECORDED WEBINAR: Best Laid Plans: Where to Start, What to do, and How to Implement Plans for Restraint and Time Out Reduction
2022-04-22 10:00 - 11:30
Webinar Request: Best Laid Plans: Where to Start, What to Do, and How to Implement Plans for Restraint and Time Out Reduction

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The restraint and time-out webinar will highlight the recent legislative changes made to restraint and time-out standards. The presentation will review the notice, meeting, and documentation requirements now in place. The second half of the presentation will cover the development of restraint and time-out plans and detail practical considerations and strategies for plan implementation and compliance.

What You Will Learn:

The legislative changes made to restraint and time out standards; Processes and procedures for complying with the requirements; and Practical Guidance for completing and implementing time out and restraint reduction plans.

Who Should Attend:

Special Education Administrators Student Services Staff MembersPrincipals/Assistant PrincipalsStaff Involved in Crisis ManagementUpper Level Administrators

RECORDED WEBINAR: Best Laid Plans: Where to Start, What to do, and How to Implement Plans for Restraint and Time Out Reduction
2022-04-27 12:00 - 13:30
Webinar Request: Best Laid Plans: Where to Start, What to Do, and How to Implement Plans for Restraint and Time Out Reduction (April 27)

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The restraint and time-out webinar will highlight the recent legislative changes made to restraint and time-out standards. The presentation will review the notice, meeting, and documentation requirements now in place. The second half of the presentation will cover the development of restraint and time-out plans and detail practical considerations and strategies for plan implementation and compliance.

What You Will Learn:

The legislative changes made to restraint and time out standards; Processes and procedures for complying with the requirements; and Practical Guidance for completing and implementing time out and restraint reduction plans.

Who Should Attend:

Special Education Administrators Student Services Staff MembersPrincipals/Assistant PrincipalsStaff Involved in Crisis ManagementUpper Level Administrators

RECORDED WEBINAR: Unpacking the Proposed Title IX Regulations: A Breakfast Briefing for K-12 School Districts
2022-07-12 09:00 - 10:15
Webinar Request: Unpacking the Proposed Title IX Regulations: A Breakfast Briefing for K-12 School Districts

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On June 23, 2022, the U.S. Department of Education released for public comment its proposed amendments to the regulations implementing Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”). If finalized in their current form, the proposed regulations would significantly re-shape the legal landscape governing school districts’ obligations to address sex-based discrimination and harassment in their education programs and activities. Join us for a comprehensive analysis of the proposed amendments, along with a discussion on their potential impact on K-12 schools and school districts.

This webinar will include a Q&A segment. Please email criehle@robbins-schwartz.com by Monday, July 11 with any questions about the proposed Title IX regulations that you would like our speakers to address.

Who Should Attend:

Nondiscrimination and Title IX CoordinatorsComplaint managers and investigatorsSuperintendentsPrincipalsAssistant Principals Other district administrators responsible for student and/or employee investigations and discipline

RECORDED WEBINAR: Unpacking the Proposed Title IX Regulations: A Breakfast Briefing for Higher Education Institutions
2022-07-13 09:00 - 10:15
Webinar Request: Unpacking the Proposed Title IX Regulations: A Breakfast Briefing for Higher Education Institutions

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On June 23, 2022, the U.S. Department of Education released for public comment its proposed amendments to the regulations implementing Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”). If finalized in their current form, the proposed regulations would significantly re-shape the legal landscape governing the obligations of post-secondary institutions that receive federal funding to address sex-based discrimination and harassment in their education programs and activities. Join us for a comprehensive analysis of the proposed amendments, along with a discussion on their potential impact on colleges and universities.

Who Should Attend:

Title IX Coordinators

Investigators

Decision-Makers

Appellate Decision-Makers

Informal Resolution Facilitators

College administrators responsible for student and/or employee investigations and discipline

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RECORDED WEBINAR: Freedom of Religion on Campus: Recent Supreme Court Decision Opens the Door for More Religious Expression
2022-08-03 10:00 - 11:30
Webinar Request: Freedom of Religion on Campus: Recent Supreme Court Decision Opens the Door for More Religious Expression

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The United States Supreme Court, in a decision many view as further erosion of the separation of church and state doctrine, ruled that a public high school coach had a First Amendment right to pray on the football field immediately after a game. In this webinar, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District and analyze its potential impact on the ability of public educational institutions to regulate employee and student religious speech on campus. Attendees will also be provided guidance and recommendations to ensure that their religious expression policies and practices are consistent with this new decision.

What You Will Learn:

An understanding of the Supreme Court’s decision in KennedyThe specific facts of the Kennedy case and why facts matterThe interplay and conflict between the First Amendment’s free exercise of religion and establishment of religion clauses.Practical guidance on college policies and practices governing religious expression in the workplace

Who Should Attend:

College AdministratorsHuman Resources OfficersTrustees

RECORDED WEBINAR: Freedom of Religion on School Grounds: Recent Supreme Court Decision Opens the Door for More Religious Expression
2022-08-11 10:00 - 11:30
Webinar Request: Freedom of Religion on School Grounds: Recent Supreme Court Decision Opens the Door for More Religious Expression

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The United States Supreme Court, in a decision many view as further erosion of the separation of church and state doctrine, ruled that a public high school coach had a First Amendment right to pray on the football field immediately after a game. In this webinar, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District and analyze its potential impact on the ability of public educational institutions to regulate employee and student religious speech on school grounds. Attendees will also be provided guidance and recommendations to ensure that their religious expression policies and practices are consistent with this new decision.

What You Will Learn:

An understanding of the Supreme Court’s decision in Kennedy

The specific facts of the Kennedy case and why facts matter

The interplay and conflict between the First Amendment’s free exercise of religion and establishment of religion clauses.

Practical guidance on school district policies and practices governing religious expression in the workplace

Who Should Attend:

District and School Administrators

Human Resources Officers

Board Members

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Title IX Role-Specific Refresher Series for K-12 School Districts
2022-08-15 12:00 - 13:30
Robbins Schwartz is pleased to offer a refresher series of our role-specific Title IX webinars for school district personnel involved in implementing their districts’ Title IX investigation and grievance process. The cost for each webinar is $50 per person. Information regarding each webinar, including a registration link, can be found below.

Title IX: Decision Maker Webinar

Date: August 2

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

The Title IX regulations require that an objective Decision-Maker/Hearing Officer be appointed to determine whether a respondent is responsible for engaging in Title IX sexual harassment. This webinar will provide a comprehensive review of the role of the Decision-Maker in the formal Title IX sexual harassment grievance process. The webinar will offer recommendations for evaluating evidence and credibility, facilitating the written question-and-answer process, determining relevance, and applying the Title IX regulations’ rape shield protections. Finally, this webinar will include helpful tips for preparing written determinations and recognizing and avoiding bias and conflicts of interest, as required by the Title IX regulations.

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Title IX: Appellate Decision Maker Webinar

Date: August 9

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Under the Title IX regulations, both parties have the right to appeal any determination of responsibility and any dismissal of a formal Title IX sexual harassment complaint or allegations therein. This webinar will focus on the role of the Appellate Decision-Maker in reviewing Title IX sexual harassment appeals and will provide participants with a step-by-step overview of the appeal process, including a discussion of the permissible grounds for appeal and the procedural rights afforded to parties during the appeal process. This webinar will also include recommendations for evaluating appeals and issuing written appeal determinations.

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Title IX: Coordinator Webinar

Date: August 15

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

A school district’s Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the district’s response to Title IX reports and complaints and managing the grievance process from start to finish. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the Title IX Coordinator’s vast responsibilities, including assessing and responding to reports of Title IX sexual harassment, managing the grievance process, issuing required notices to the parties, and maintaining appropriate records.

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Title IX Role-Specific Refresher Series for Higher Education Institutions
2022-08-15 12:00 - 13:30
Robbins Schwartz is pleased to offer a refresher series of our role-specific Title IX webinars for college and university personnel involved in implementing their institutions’ Title IX investigation and grievance process. The cost for each webinar is $60 per person. Information regarding each webinar, including a registration link, can be found below.

Title IX: Investigator Webinar

Date: July 26

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

The Title IX regulations impose specific requirements concerning the role of the Investigator in processing formal Title IX sexual harassment complaints. This webinar will train Investigators on these requirements and provide detailed recommendations and best practices for conducting investigatory interviews, assessing credibility, making relevance determinations, collecting and sharing evidence, preparing an investigative report, and serving impartially.

Title IX: Decision Maker Webinar

Date: August 2

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

The Title IX regulations require that an objective Decision-Maker/Hearing Officer be appointed to determine whether a respondent is responsible for engaging in Title IX sexual harassment. This webinar will provide a comprehensive review of the role of the Decision-Maker/Hearing Officer in the formal Title IX sexual harassment grievance process, with a focus on presiding over live hearings. This webinar will also identify points of clarification from the Department of Education relevant to the Decision Maker/Hearing Officer role, including the Decision Maker/Hearing Officer’s ability to consider statements by parties who do not submit to cross-examination. The webinar will offer recommendations for conducting hearings, evaluating evidence and credibility, determining relevance, and applying the Title IX regulations’ rape shield protections. Finally, this webinar will include helpful tips for preparing written determinations and recognizing and avoiding bias and conflicts of interest, as required by the Title IX regulations.

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Title IX: Appellate Decision Maker Webinar

Date: August 9

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m

Under the Title IX regulations, both parties have the right to appeal any determination of responsibility and any dismissal of a formal Title IX sexual harassment complaint or allegations therein. This webinar will focus on the role of the Appellate Decision-Maker in reviewing Title IX sexual harassment appeals and will provide participants with a step-by-step overview of the appeal process, including a discussion of the permissible grounds for appeal and the procedural rights afforded to parties during the appeal process. This webinar will also include recommendations for evaluating appeals and issuing written appeal determinations.

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Title IX: Coordinator Webinar

Date: August 15

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

An institution’s Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the institution’s response to Title IX reports and complaints, managing the grievance process from start to finish, and ensuring that adequate training is provided to students, faculty, and staff on Title IX issues. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the Title IX Coordinator’s vast responsibilities, including assessing and responding to reports of Title IX sexual harassment, managing the grievance process, issuing required notices to the parties, and maintaining appropriate records. This webinar will also address the recent Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization of 2022 and its overlap with Title IX, including changes to the definition of “domestic violence” and campus climate survey requirements for higher education institutions.

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2022 Annual Legal Updates for Illinois Colleges Conference
2022-09-22 08:00 - 15:30
Location:

Hyatt Lodge

2815 Jorie Blvd

Oak Brook, IL 60523

Topics Include:

Prayer on Campus, Flag Displays, and More: Highlights from the Supreme Court’s October 2021 Term and Implications for Higher Education Institutions

Student and Employee Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives: Considerations for DEI Planning & Surviving DEI Legal Challenges

Title IX Changes on the Horizon (Again): What to Expect and How to Prepare

Managing Construction Projects in an Ever-Changing Economic Climate & Dealing with Supply Chain Issues

Employee Staffing Shortages: Mid-term Bargaining, Base Wage Adjustments, Subcontracting, and Other Options

Best Practices for Safeguarding Data in an Increasingly Digital Universe

Purchasing and Bidding: How to Improve Diverse Contractors’ Participation

To Get Involved or Not to Get Involved? Student Activism and the Role of the Institution

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2022 School Administrators' Conference
2022-10-05 08:00 - 15:00
We are excited to partner with the Large Unit District Association (LUDA) at this year’s School Administrators’ Conference! Attendees will be eligible for professional development credits.

Location:

Hotel Arista, 2139 City Gate Ln, Naperville, IL 60563

Topics Include:

Speech and Expression in Today’s Social and Political Climate

Student and Employee Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives: Ensuring Institutional DEI Efforts Survive Legal Challenges

Common Construction Problems and Disputes

Addressing Employee Mental Health Conditions in the Post COVID-19 Workplace

Protecting Your Property Tax Base and Revenue: PTAB and Tax Rate Objection Intervention

Addressing Staffing Shortages and Ensuring FAPE to Students with Disabilities

Public Bidding and Procurement: Meeting the Legal Requirements and Strategies for Purchasing the Goods and Services that You Want

Bargaining Update: The Impact of Staffing Shortages and Inflation

Best Practices and Legal Considerations when Conducting Student Investigations

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Recorded Webinar: Faith’s Law: Understanding its Employment History Review Requirements effective July 1, 2023
2023-03-15 11:30 - 12:30
Webinar Request: Notice Requirements and Best Practices in Addressing Bullying Complaints

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Beginning July 1, 2022, school districts, charter schools, and non-public schools were required to have a Professional Code of Conduct Policy in place, which must include a definition of sexual misconduct, identify expectations for employees and agents regarding maintaining professional relationships with students, reference required employee training related to child abuse and educator ethics, and provide that a violation would result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from employment. On July 1, 2023, a second portion of Faith’s Law becomes effective, adding many additional requirements related to the hiring process for applicants, employers, and contractors. Join us as we review the requirements of Faith’s Law.

Purchasing and Construction Virtual Conference
2023-04-27 00:00 - 23:59
Registration for our Purchasing and Construction Virtual conference is live! Check out our presentation schedule below with descriptions of each topic. To register, click the link below – we hope to ‘see’ you there.

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Topics and Descriptions Below:

Bidding and Cooperative Purchasing: How to Avoid Pitfalls

8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

The use of cooperative purchasing continues to grow as an alternative to the traditional bidding process. Learn from a panel of experienced attorneys about managing the complexities of public bidding and how cooperative purchasing can become an important tool as part of a successful procurement system for your organization.

Preventing Your Construction Project from Turning Sour and What to do if Problems Arise

9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Uncertainty and potential problems exist on any construction project, regardless of the size of the project. Join Robbins Schwartz’s construction attorneys for a discussion on the types of problems that frequently arise on projects, and key considerations and strategies avoid those problems and keep your project moving towards final completion. The discussion will focus on tips for planning, procurement, project delivery models, and contract terms, but will also discuss how project owners can address certain problems if they do arise during the job.

So You Want to Go Solar? Alternate Ways to Structure the Transaction to Best Meet Your Needs

10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Solar power generation is rapidly becoming an integral part of the facilities operations for many public bodies. This session will focus on the different methods available to public bodies to use solar power generation to their advantage, including alternative procurement methods, power purchase agreements, and more.

2022 Levies: A Retrospective

10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

A look back at the 2022 levy year and the multitude of new and challenging issues that arose. We will discuss the issues related to the refund recapture, PTELL recapture, Truth in Taxation matters, and how the increase in the consumer price index affected the levy process.

Interactive Problem Solving for Purchasing and Construction

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

To cap off our conference, our panel of Attorneys will hold a 30-minute discussion in a Question-and-Answer format. If you have any lingering questions from previous sessions, or general questions about your projects, we are here to help

ISBE Approved Professional Leadership Development Training
2023-05-13 08:30 - 13:00
Join us for our complimentary professional development leadership training (PDLT) designed to provide newly elected school board members with the necessary requirements to meet mandatory PDLT, including trauma-informed practices for students and staff; Open Meetings Act (OMA); and Performance Evaluation Reform Act (PERA).

Please note that the training is fully virtual.

Training Dates:

May 8, 2023 (Part 1) – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

May 10, 2023 (Part 2) – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

May 13, 2023 (Full Day) – 8:30 am – 1:00 pm

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Community College Trustee Virtual Training Session
2023-06-10 08:30 - 13:00
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Join our complimentary professional development leadership training (PDLT) designed to provide Community College Trustees with the necessary requirements to complete a minimum of 4 hours of PDLT.

Topics Will Include:

Fiduciary Responsibilities of a Community College Trustee

The Role of the Board of Trustees in Preventing and Addressing Sexual Violence on Campus

Collective Bargaining Overview and Tips for Negotiations

The Illinois Open Meetings Act

The Freedom of Information Act

Financial Oversight and Accountability

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Application of the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Law to Community College Employees
2023-07-13 10:30 - 12:00
Please join us for a 90-minute webinar as our Robbins Schwartz team will discuss the recent passage of the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act and its impact on higher education employees. The law takes effect on January 1, 2024, so now is an opportune time to learn how this law may impact your institution’s current leave policies and to make timely changes.

Kindly note that there is a fee of $350 per community college for attending the webinar. However, you can register multiple participants from your college, which means you can sign up as many people as you require.

What You Will Learn:

Which employees are covered under the Act

How the Act applies to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement

How adjunct instructors accumulate paid leave

Ways in which the College may provide paid leave to its employees under the Act

Who Should Attend/Target Audience:

Community College Administrators

Community College Human Resources Representatives

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2023 Legal Update For Illinois Higher Education Institutions Virtual Conference
2023-09-14 08:30 - 13:15
Join us for our annual Legal Update for Illinois Higher Education Institutions Virtual Conference.

Where: Zoom

Topics Include:

Workplace and Educational DEI Initiatives Face Significant Challenges after the Supreme Court’s Recent Affirmative Action Decision

Addressing Student Mental Health Concerns and Threats to Campus Safety

Top Construction Problems and Solutions

Navigating the Waters on FMLA, ADA, and Employee Leave Rights

Data Breaches and Ransomware Attacks: Strategies for Protecting Data and Security and Responding to Data Incidents

Bidding From the Basics to the Advanced

Bills, Bills, Bills: An Overview of New Legislation Impacting Illinois College

Higher Education Collective Bargaining Trends and Management Strategies for Effective Negotiations

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Recorded Webinar: Notice Requirements and Best Practices in Addressing Bullying Complaints
2023-09-26 12:00 - 13:00
Webinar Request: Notice Requirements and Best Practices in Addressing Bullying Complaints

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This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of the requirements for addressing bullying in schools and new reporting requirements created by Public Act 103-47. This topic will include a review of the ins and outs of the bullying response process, including how to identify bullying behavior, procedures for parent/guardian notification, best practices for conducting prompt and thorough investigations, and recommendations for developing and implementing supportive measures for students.

Notice Requirements and Best Practices in Addressing Bullying Complaints Webinar
2023-09-26 12:00 - 13:00
Join us as we present Notice Requirements and Best Practices in Addressing Bullying Complaints.

Location: Zoom

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of the requirements for addressing bullying in schools and new reporting requirements created by Public Act 103-47. This topic will include a review of the ins and outs of the bullying response process, including how to identify bullying behavior, procedures for parent/guardian notification, best practices for conducting prompt and thorough investigations, and recommendations for developing and implementing supportive measures for students.

What You Will Learn:

What to report, when to report, and how to report alleged bullying complaints to parents and guardians

Best practices in addressing and investigating bullying allegations under the law and Board Policy

Who Should Attend:

Administrators

Principals

Deans

Assistant Principals

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2023 School Administrators' Conference
2023-10-04 08:00 - 15:00
Join us as we partner with the Large Unit District Association (LUDA) to present this year’s School Administrators’ Conference.

Location: Hotel Arista, 2139 City Gate Ln, Naperville, IL 60563

Virtual option available.

Topics Include:

Investigations into Employee-on-Student Sexual Misconduct and Grooming Complaints

General Updates and Managing Employee Leave Rights

The Three R’s: Recognizing, Reporting and Responding to Student Bullying Incidents

Purchasing and Bidding from the Basics to the Advanced

Section 504: Here Today, Revised Tomorrow

Design-Build Contracts: Strategies for Using this Construction Project Delivery Method and Understanding the Procurement Requirements of the School Design-Build Authorization Law

Changes to the Teacher Tenure Process and It’s Effects on the Evaluation Process

A Fresh Look at Bargaining Teacher and ESP Contracts: Best Practices for Responding to Union Proposals, Traditional Bargaining v. Interest-Based Methods, and Strategies for Success

Best Practices for Navigating Student Residency and Homelessness

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Full Conference Agenda

Topic Descriptions
