NMSBA Past Conference Presentations
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NMSBA School Law Conference
Conducted June 5-7, 2025, Albuquerque NM
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Preconference Sessions
Effective Governance and Supporting Superintendents – Dr. Kurt steinhaus, CES
Building Strong Board-Superintendent Relations PDF – LeAnne Gandy, CES
Special Note: All general session and breakout session presentations can be found on the Cuddy and McCarthy Website or by clicking here.
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NMSBA Board Institute
Conducted February 13-15, 2025, Santa Fe, NM
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Pre-Conference Sessions
Are You Ready to Mange Your District’s Finances with Confidence – LeAnne Gandy, CES Leadership Development DiRECTOR
Are You Ready to Make Every Dollar Count – Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, CES Consultant
District Budget Basics – Gadsden School District
Small School Budget Process – Loving School District
General Session
NSBA Greetings and Federal Update – Verjeana McCotter-Jacobs, Executive Director, National School Boards Association
Public Education Report – Dr. Candice Castillo, Deputy Secretary, NM Public Education department
Legislative Finance Committee Update – Charles Sallee, Director, Legislative Finance Committee
State Trust Lands Report – Stephanie Garcia Richard, Commissioner of Public Lands
Breakout Sessions
2025 Regular and Special Elections – P. Salazar-Ives, H. Boone, C. Padilla, Cuddy & McCarthy Law firm
Student Advocacy Starts at the Top – L. Castille, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Immigration Enforcement in Public Schools – P. Salazr-Ives, L. Castille, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Combating Social Medias Negative Effects on School Districts and Student Success – G. Zamora, Ortiz & Zamora Law firm, P. Boldt, Anapol Wiss Law Firm
You’ve Been Sued – Boards in Litigation – T. Ortiz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Five Things Leaders Can Do to Affect Student Outcomes – M. Munoz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Strategic Planning for Success – P. Maestas, NM Association of Regional Councils
Generative AI for School Boards – S. Elder, Associate, Dr. T. Ryan, K-12 Strategic TechnOLOGY Advisory Group
Addressing Disproportionate Discipline – D. Vernoy, E. Lujan, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Coaches, Contract and Clashes – L. Trujillo, R. De Santiago, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Making Students Safe through Advanced Technology – E. Gallegos, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm, T. Tenorio, I. Ruiz, Las cruces Schools
Empowering School Boards to Drive Student Achievement for Students with Disabilities – M. Santistevan. NMPED, C. Velasques, Pojoaque Schools
How to Implement a Return on Investment System to Improve Outcomes – s. wyka, Evress, T. Dempsey, Gadsden Schools
Building Strong Foundations – Healthy and Unhealthy K-12 Relationships – A. Sedillo, Poms & Associates
Hiring Your Superintendent – A Process to Consdier – T. Sullivan & Dr. L. Paul, NMSBA Superintendent Search
NMPSIA Wellness Showcase – M. Quintana , K. Jones, NM Public School Insurance Authority
Addessing Martinez Yazzie with Homegrown Education Tools – Dr. D. Lara NMSU, E Wheeler, NMPED
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NMSBA Annual Convention
Conducted December 12-14, 2024, Albuquerque, NM
Slide Presentations will be posted as they are received from presenters
Pre-Conference Sessions
Budget and Finance-The Boards Role and Fiduciary Responsibility – Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, CES Consultant
Legal Foundations for Effective Governance – LeAnnE Gandy, CES Leadership Development Director
Navigating Ethics, Personnel Laws & Board Policies – Evan Edwards, CES consultant
General Session
NSBA & Federal Update – Don Hubler, President National School Boards Associaion
LESC Update-Legislative Session Preview – John Sena, Director Legislaitve education Study Committee
Breakout Sessions
Updates, Updates, Updates – Title IX – L. Castille & C. Trujillo, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Generative Artificial Inteligence – C. Waldhart & B. Ogushi, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Repairing School Board Dysfunction – P. Salazar ives & B. Ogushi, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
On Their Behalf – A Discussion on School Board Effectiveness – m. Munoz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Board and Superintendent Relationships – T. Ortiz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Hiring A New-Superintendent A Process To Consider – T. Sullivan & L. Paul, NMSBA Superintendent Search
Understanding Implementing and Supporting NM PreK – S. Runck & C. Carrazco, NM Early Childhood Education & Care Dept.
State Equalization Guarentee Analysis – J. Hanks, Gallup McKinley Schools
Conducting Effective Meetings under Rules of Order and OMA – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester Law FirM
Title IX and the New Administration – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester Law firm
Facility Improvements – A Budget Neutral Approach – T. Trafton, Yearout Energy & H. Trujillo, NM Energy Conservation & Management Division
Local Control History and Leadership – L. Trujillo, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Boards Role in Special Audit Process – D. Vernooy & e. Gallegos, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Ten Ways Boards Can Impact Student Outcomes – E. Gallegos & R. Santiago, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Physics in a Box – G. Tripp & Dr. A. Glushchenko, PhyscirA
The Obligation & Importance of Mandatory Reporting – J. Garcia, Poms & Associates
Empowering Student Voice – J. Dunn, USW Doctor of Education Program
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NMSBA Leadership Retreat
Conducted July 11-13, 2024, Taos, NM
Pre-Conference Sessions
Strategic Planning for Academic Success – Veteran Members – David Chavez, CES Director
Moriarty-Edgewood Strategic Plan Presentation – MESD Superintendent & Board
Strategic Planning for New School Boards – Navigating for Success – Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, CES Consultant
General Session
LESC Success in Leadership – Dr. Gwen Perea Warniment, LESC Director
Campus School and Staff Safety – James Vautier & Kevin Mcdonald, Poms and Associates
Chairing an Effective School Board Meeting – Patricia Salazar Ives, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Breakout Sessions
PSCOC School Facilites Ranking & Funding Opprotunities – R. Parks & A. Ramos
Board Superintendent Relationships – T. Ortiz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
What Does SB 137 Really Require – R. Santiago & E. Gallegos, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
The Importance of Internal Controls – T. Dean & C. Cieremans, NMASBo
What to Know about Title IX – E. Lujan & L. Trujillo, Walsh Gallegos Law firm
Managing Evaluation and Contract of the Superintendent – A. Sanchez, Himes Petrarca & Fester Law Firm
Open Meetings Act Masterclass 2024 – G. Zamora, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Artificial Intelligence and Public Education – A. Sanchez, Himes Petrarca & Fester Law Firm
The Research on School Board Effectiveness – M. Munoz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Unseen = Unsafe – Gail Stewart, Special Education Lawyer
Budgeting for Student Success – C. Padilla, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Giving Voice to Board Goals – Strategic Planning – B. Gutierrez & D. Johnson, Educational Consultants
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NMSBA School Law Conference
Conducted May 30-June 13, 2024, Albuquerque, NM
Pre-Conference Sessions
Newly Elected
Building Strong Board Superintendent Relations & Effective Supervision – LeAnne Gandy, CES
Veteran
Creating Safe Environments for Learning – The Boards Role in Enhancing Student Outcomes – K. Steinhaus & A. Delgado, CES
Effective Governance Practices Evaluating and Supporting Superintendent – A. Delgado & K. Steinhaus, CES
General Session & Breakout Session Slide Presentations are posted on the Cuddy McCarthy Website and can be accessed by clicking below:
Resources & Links – Cuddy & McCarthy, LLP (cuddymccarthy.com)
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NMSBA Board Institute
Conducted February 1-3, 2024, Santa Fe, NM
Pre-Conference Sessions
School Budget and Finance for New School Board Members – K. Steinhaus & a. Delgado, CES
General Session
Greetings and federal Update – Tammy Carter, Legal Services & Policy, National School Boards Association
Leading the Way for Student Success – AJ Crabill, Keynote Speaker & Author
LFC Legislative Update – Charles Sallee, Director, Legislative Finance Committee
NMPED Public Education Update – Arsenio Romero, Secretary, NM Public Education Department
Conference Breakout Sessions
School Boards Role in Effective Financial Management – J. Maestas & D. Craig, Office of the State Auditor
Giving Voice to Your Goals – B. Gutierrez & D. Johnson, education Consultants
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NMSBA Annual Conference
Conducted November 30-December 2, 2023, Albuquerque, NM
Pre-Conference Sessions
Empowering Excellence-School Board Responsibilities – L. Gandy, CEs-New Mexico
Rookie Mistakes – Common Errors by New Board Members – t. ortiz, Ortiz & zamora
Student Outcomes focused Governance – Y. Montoya-Cordova, APS Board President
General Sessions
Finding Your Greatness – k. swett, president, national school board association
Student Outcomes and Success – R. Maloney, EDD, keynote speaker & author
student outcomes and success video Presentation
LESC Update-Legislative Session Preview – dr. g. perea-Warniment, Director, LESC
Conference Breakout Sessions
Title IX – Not yet RECEIVED – J. Garcia, Poms and Associates
From the Schoolhouse to the Roundhouse – D. Roch, Logan Schools Superintendent
Systems Alignment to Transform Student Learning – R. Anderson, Leading tranformative solutions
Do This Not That Top Five Strategies for Orderly Board Meetings – R. De Santiago, Walsh Gallegos
Crafting a Comprehensive Legally Sound Approach to Acceptable Technology Use – E. Gallegos, Walsh gallegos
Navigating School Safety and Security Plans_ (RDS and TD)_FINAL – R. de santiago, walsh gallegos, t. dempsey, gadsden superintendent
Equity – Sounds Good But Why is Everyone Upset – a. sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester
Its Time to Evaluate Your Superintendent – Are You Ready – a. sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester
Board Governance to Improve Student Acheivement – not yet available – a. sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester
Authority to Set Curriculum Board Responsibilities in the Face of Community Pressure – Padilla, beckman, trujillo, cuddy & mccarthy
Legal Understanding of IEP and MLSS Promoting Student Achievement through Intervention – j. archuleta staehlin, l. castille, Cuddy & Mccarthy
Artificial Intelligence – Navigating the Legal Challenges of Al in Schools – waldhart, padilla, beckman, cuddy & mccarthy
Board and Superintendent Authority – Balancing Roles – ortiz, castille, munoz, ortiz & zamora
Investigations and Documentation of Employee or Student Misconduct – ortiz, castille, munoz, ortiz & zamora
The Ethics of School Board Service – ortiz, castille, munoz, ortiz & zamora
Physics as a Separate Discipline for Every Student – g. tripp, CES & a. Gushchenko. Physcira
Introduction to Construction Defects In New Mexico Schools – Dehaan & Associates
NM School Audit Findings – j. hanks, Gallup & c. cieremans, NMASBo
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NMSBA Leadership Retreat
Conducted July 13-15, 2023, Cloudcroft, NM
Pre-Conference Sessions
Strategic Planning for School Board Members – D. Chavez & L. Gandy CES New Mexico
General Sessions
Board Ethics, Board Leadership Skills, Board Boundaries – C. Helms and P. Salazar Ives, Cuddy McCarthy Law Firm
Student Outcomes Focused Governance – Y. Montoya-Cordova, B. Petersen, J. Dominguez, Albuquerque Board of Education
Annual Audits, Special Audits, Audit Commitees, Oh My! – E. Gallegos, Walsh Gallegos Law FIRM, A. Jaramillo, JAg
Setting the Tone at the Top – T. Dean, C. Cieremans, NM School Business Officials
Is Your District Ready for Library Book Challenges? – K. Schultz, Walsh Gallegos LAW FIRm
What Makes a Good Superintendent Great? – J. Archuleta-Staehlin, P. Salazar Ives, Cuddy McCarthy Law Firm
Increasing Graduation Rates and Reducing Discipline through Relational Learning and Restorative Practices – D, Walter, Poms and Associatioes, K. Medina, J. Star, M. Granito, Raton Public Schools
Guns on Campus – Managing Staff and Student Safety – G. Zamora, D. castille, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Conducting Efficient Board Meetrings Under Rules of Order and Maintiaing Civility – A. Sanchez, Himes Petrarca & Fester Law Firm
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NMSBA School Law Conference
Conducted June 1-3, 2023, Albuquerque, NM
Pre-Conference Sessions
Budget and Finance – T. Dean & C. Cieremans, NMASBO
School Boards Budget Responsibilities – E. Begueria, Superintendent & Lake Arthur School Board
Fundamentals of Budget and Finance – L. Gandy, CES Leadership Development Director
General Session
Legislative, Judicial and Regulatory Update – D. Castille & J. Archuleta-Staehlin, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Accountability and Expectations – Dr. Arsenio Romero, NM Education Secretary
Protecting Our Children – Rights, Safety and Social Media – The Honorable Raul Torrez, NM Attorney General
Conference Breakout Sessions
All workshop presentations are posted on the Cuddy & McCarthy website Resource Page (click here).
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NMSBA Board Institute
Conducted February 2-4, 2023, Santa Fe NM
General Session
NM Public Education Update – Mariana Padilla, Interim Secretary
Greetings and Federal Update – Dr. John Heim, NSBA Executive Director
Legislative Finance Committee Update – Charles Sallee, LFC Deputy Director
Regular and Special Local Elections – November 7 2023 – P. Salazar Ives, H. Travis Boone, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Breakout Sessions
Pros Cons of Using Foreign Labor & Outsourcing – R. De Santiago, S. Mendivil, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Prayer in Schools – K. Schultz, Walsh Gallegos Law firM
10 Things Board Members Wish the Public Understood – K. Schultz, Walsh Gallegos Law firm
Navigating Superintendent Contracts, Evaluations & Contracts – T. Ortiz, Ortiz & zamora Law Firm
Nepotism-Contracts, Hiring, Pulic Preception & the Law – T. Ortiz, Ortiz & zamora Law Firm
Contracting and Procurement Missteps – r.D. Castille, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Fir
Avoiding Costly Emplyer Health Benefits Employment Errors – M. Quintana, NM Public School INsurance Authority
Reducing Cyber Risk Through Policy & Controls – G. Banash, POMs and Associates, NMPSiA
Title IX for Student Success – L. Castille, R.D. Castille, Cuddy & McCarthy Law FirM
Student Discipline a Primer – L. Castille, R.D. Castille, Cuddy & McCarthy Law FirM
Acquisition & Disposition of Real Property – R.D. Castille, J. Stevens, Cuddy & McCarthy Law FirM
Bringing Back the Fun While Addressing Learning Loss – L. Light, Ruidoso School Board MembeR
Local School Board Elections and Bond Elections – S. Mendivil, Walsh Gallegos Law FirM
Reduce Your Risk of LIfe Safery Issues & Construction Defects – R. Lipson, Kadan, Turmer, Thompson, Booth, LLP, S. Friesen, Crown Point engineering
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NMSBA Annual Convention
Conducted December 1-3, 2022, Albuquerque, NM
Pre-Conference Training
– Dr. G. Rendon, CES
General Session Presentations
NSBA Welcome and National Update – Frank Henderson, National School Boards Association President
Working Together on Behalf of Kids – Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, NM Secretary of Education
Achieving Equity and Excellence – Dr. Douglas Reeves, Keynote Speaker and Author
2023 Legislative Session Preview – Dr. Gwen Perea Warniment, LESC Director
Breakout Sessions
What is the Board’s Role in the RFP Process – s. Mendivil, Walsh Gallegos P.C.
What is Legal Distinction between Equity and Equality – R. De Santiago, Walsh Gallegos P.C.
Navigating Board Member Free Speech Rights & Board Censure – K. Schultz & E. Gallegos, Walsh Gallegos P.C.
Managing Superintendent Evaluations and Employment Contracts – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petraca & Fester Chtd.
Parent Attempts to Opt-Out of Curriculum and Teachers – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petraca & Fester CHtd.
The Board Legally Makcing Personnel Decisions – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petraca & Fester CHtd.
Public School Capital Outlay funding Cycle – M. Casias, R, Parks, a. Ramos, NM Public School Facilities Authority
Strategic Planning and SMART Goals – P. Maestas, Taos Board Member and Mayor
Community Saftey Awareness Tools & Resources for Online Safety – K. Trujillo & A. Sedillo, NM office of the Attorney General
State Equalization Guarentee (SEG) Overview – S. Cordova, NM Public Education Department
College and Career Readiness Initiatives – A. Lutz, NM Public Education Department
Board Finance Subcommittee & Audit Committee – A. Jaramillo, JAG, LLC
Board and Superintendent Relationships – T. Ortiz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Developing Effective Community Campaigns – G. Zamora, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Understanding Ethics and Transparency Obligations for School Districts – G. Zamora & m. Munoz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Open Meetings Act – A Deeper Dive – D. Castille, M. Roman, C. Waldhart, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
November 8, 2023 Regular and Special Elections – P. Salazar-Ives, H. Boone, C. Padilla, others, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
HB 128 Update – Protecting Students in the Hiring Process – P. Salazar-Ives, J. Stevens, M. Roman, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm; J. Garcia, Poms & Associates
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NMSBA Leadership Retreat
Conducted July 14-16, 2022, Taos, NM
Pre-Conference Training – Strategic Planning
Strategic Planning for Veteran Members – L. Gandy, CES
New Board Member Strategic Planning – D. Chavez, CES Executive Director
SMART Goals and Strategic Planning – p. Maestas, Taos school Board
General Session Presentations
In and Out of the Boardroom – E. Gallegos, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm; P. Cort Las Cruces School Board; J. Maestas, Espanola School Board
NMAA Eligibility, Appeals & Association Update – S. Marquez, NMAA Exective Director
YouTube Link to S. Marquez Presentation Video
LFC School Litigation Update – C. Sallee, LFC Deputy Director
Breakout Sessions
Who Governs Public Schools – Lawsuit Update – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester Law Firm
Advanced Preparation Strategy for the School Budget Process – R. De Santiago, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm; S. Adams & T. Velasquez, Pojoaque School District
Managing Superintendent Evaluations and Contracts – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester Law Firm
School Safety – What are the Board’s Roles and Obligations – K. Schultz, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm; K. Meurer, Albuquerque Public Schools
Public School Capital Outlay Funding Process – M. Casias, PSFA Executive Director
Effective Advocacy for School Boards – L. Ortiz, NMSBA Legislative Liaison
Avoiding Conflicts of Interest – What Can Board Members Do – A. Sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester Law Firm
Open Meetings Act Masterclass 2022 – G. Zamora & M. Munoz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Board President Roles Responsibilities – D. Castille & C. Padilla, Cuddy and McCarthy Law Firm
Is The Board Ever Off the Clock – P. Salazar-Ives & M. Roman, Cuddy and McCarthy Law Firm
The Red Flags – Threat Assessment – J. Garcia & J. Vautier, Poms and Associates
After You Hear the First Shot -Active Shooter Training – J. Garcia & J. Vautier, Poms and Associates
YouTube Link to “The Killer at Thurston High Documentary
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NMSBA School Law Conference
New Board Member Training – Budget & Finance
New Board Member Training – NMASBO
New Board Member Training – Los Lunas
New Board Member Training – Public School Facilities Authority
General Session Presentations
School Board Role in Standards, Curriculum & Instructional Materials – Secretary K. Steinhaus, J. Costales, J. Staehlin-Archuleta, D. Castille
Link to all School Law Conference Presentation Slides
NMSBA Board Institute
February 3-5, 2022
New Board Member Training
Board Superintendent Communication – Dr. Gloria Rendon, Evan Grasser, CES
Superintendent Supervision and Evaluation – Dr. Gloria Rendon, Evan Grasser, CES
Public School Finance and Budget – Dr. Gloria Rendon, Evan Grasser, CES
General Session Presentations
NM Public Education Department Update – Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, NMPED Secretary
Legislative Finance Committee Update – Charles SAllee, LFC Deputy Director
Family Engagement Reimagined – Katherine Avery, NMPED & Monica Stevens, Future Focused Education
Breakout Sessions
Cyber Bullying and Online Safety – Katherine Trujillo, Angelique Sedillo, NM Attorney General’s Office
The First Amendment and Controversial Issues – R. Daniel Castille, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
An Overview of Special Education – Jacquelyn Archuleta-Staehlin, MaryAnn. Roman, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Understanding Ethics and Transparency Obligations – Geno Zamora, Meagan Munoz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
REPRISE – Redistricting 2022 What Boards Need to Know – Geno Zamora, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm, Brittany Poss, Research & Polling. Inc.
Board Norms – Learning the Rules of the Road – Tony Ortiz, Meagan Munoz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
What NMPSIA Can Do to Help Reduce Claims Exposures – Patrick Sandoval, Marty Esquivel, NMPSIA & Julie Garcia. Poms & Associates
HB128 – Background and Training on Sexual Abuse Ethical Misconduct – Patrick Sandoval, Marty Esquivel, NMPSIA & Julie Garcia. Poms & Associates
Fraud Against Taxpayers Act – Audrey Jaramillo, Jaramillo Accounting Group, LLC
What Will Legalized Cannabis Mean for local Districts – Karla Schultz, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Avoiding Procurement Pitfalls – Stephanie Mendivil, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Top Ten Legal Issues Board Members Should Know – Elena Gallegos, Walsh Gallegos Law Firm
Board and Public School Liability Under the NM Civil Rights Act – Patricial Salazar-Ives, Charlotte Hetherington, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
Parental Rights: Constitutional Right to Control Education – R. Daniel Castill, Joseph Stevens, Cuddy & McCarthy Law Firm
RECs – Serving Every Student, Every Region, Everyday – B. Gutierrez, M. Jaramillo, K. Alsup, NMREC Association
Conducting Discharge and Termination Hearings – Andrew Sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester, Chtd.
Managing Superintendent Evaluations and Contracts – Andrew Sanchez, Himes, Petrarca & Fester, Chtd.
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NMSBA Annual Convention
December 2-4, 2021
Advanced Training Session
The Importance of Board Norms – O. Calabaza, H. Prather
Newly Elected Board Member Training
Board Leadership Development Program – G. Rendon, T. Parks, K. Carpenter
Boardsmanship – What is Required – G. Rendon, T. Parks, K. Carpenter
New Board Member Training and Issues – T. Ortiz
General Session
State of Education In New Mexico – Dr. Kurt Steinhaus, NMPED Secretary
Breakout Sessions
From Here to There – How PreSchool Literacy Impacts 3rd Grade Testing – D. Maker, R. MCcrath, T. Andreis
NMSBA Policy Service Update – J. Kennedy, NMSBA Policy Service Director
Free Speech – Public Schools – E. German, J. Burnette
Managing Covid Leaves – Defiance to Confusion – T. Ortiz
Redistricting 2022 – What Boards Need to Know and Need to Do – G. Zamora
Transitioning Districts – An Update of Current Transgender Issues in Schools – G. Zamora, M. Munoz
Managing Superintendent Evaluations and Contracts – A. Sanchez
Tribal School Districts Relations – Intergovernmental Agreements – A. Sanchez
Utlizing Your ESSER Funding – J. Hanks II
Local Control – What Does it Mean – What are the LImits – D. Castille, J. Stevens, M. Roman
What is the Role of a School Board on Race and History Issues? – J. Archuleta-Staehlin, A. Nelson
Board Member – Governmental Ethics – C. Helms, K. Kilgore
Top 10 Legal Issues Impacting School Athletics – R. De Santiago, S. Mendivil
Effectively Handling Chaotic Board Meetings – E. Gallegos, Karla Schultz
Governmental Conduct Act and Procurement – B. Berenberg, S. Mendivil
Regional Education Cooperatives (RECs) – Serving Every Student – B. Guiterrez, M.J aramillo
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2021 Leadership Retreat
July 8-10, 2021
PRE-CONFERENCE Training Session
Public School & Legislative Advocacy Dr. Gloria Rendon & Even Grasser, CES
Navigating the Roundhouse Dennis Roch, Logan Superintendent
General Session
Leadership Strategies and Activities Affecting Public Education Honorable Brian Colon, NM State Auditor
NMPED Update – Academic Leadership, History, Innovation, Funding Dr. Gwen Perea Warniment, NMPED DEPUTY Secretary
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Open Meetings Act Masterclass Geno Zamora, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Comprehensive School Mental Health mS. Klassen NMDOH & W. Coleman RIO RANCHO BoarD
Building Support for My School District Geno Zamora, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
Cyber Bullying and Online Safety Katherine Trujillo, NMAG Office
Board & Superintendent Roles & Responsibilities C.Helms, H. Boone, M. Roman cuddy & mccarthy Law firm
Tribal School District Relations Intergovernmental Agreements Andrew Sanchez, Himes, Pereaca & Fester Law Firm
What is the Role of a School Board in Issues of Race & History j.nArchuleta-Staehlin, P. Salazar-Ives, C. Heatherington Cuddy & Mccarthy Law Firm
Conducting Discharge and Termination Heairngs Andrew Sanchez, Himes, Pereaca & Fester Law Firm
Managing Superintendent Evaluations & Employment Contracts Andrew Sanchez, Himes, Pereaca & Fester Law Firm
Virtual and Online Instruction After Schools Re-Open L. gerkey & e. Rodriguez, Walsch Gallegos Law firm
Who Governs Public Schools – Andrew Sanchez, Himes, Pereaca & Fester Law Firm
2021 Legislative Session -What Boards Need to Know K. SCHULTZ, e. GALLEGOS, WALSCH gALLEGOS lAW FIRM
New Mexico’s Greatest Export bILLIE MATHEWS, PROMOTES lEARNING Llc
For the Public Good-Leasons Learned Whistleblower & IPRA Complaints e. rODRIGUEZ & r. gABALDON, wALSCH GALLEGOS lAW FIRM
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2021 Virtual School Law Conference
June 3-5, 2021
Pre-Conference Board Member Training CES-NMSBA Dr. Gloria Rendon, Dr. Hugh Prather, Evan Grasser
General Session
Attoney General’s Update – Priority Initiatives & Activities Honorable Hector Balderas, NM Attorney General & Katherine Trujillo
NSBA National & Legal Update Francisco Negron, NSBA Chief Legal Officer
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
All Presentations can be found on the Cuddy & McCarthy Website, Resources & Links Page or by clicking Here
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2021 Virtual Board Institute
February 11-13, 2021
2021 NMSBA Virtual Board Institute Program
Pre-Institute Board Member Training CES-NMSBA Dr. Gloria Rendon, Dr. Hugh Prather, Evan Grasser
Legislative Finance Committee Update Charles Sallee, LFC Deputy Director
Public Education Legislative Priorities Dr. Ryan Stewart, NM Secretary of Education
NSBA Federal Update DIRE Initiative Chip Slaven, Frank Henderson, Adam Lustig, National School Boards Association
COVID-19 Does Not Suspend School Districts Obligations Elena Gallegos, Eric Rodriquez, Walsh Gallegos, P.C.
2021 Regular and Special Elections Patricia Salazar, Charlotte Hetherington, Cuddy & McCarthy, LLC
November 2 2021 Regular Local Election Calendar
School Board Declaration of Candidacy Form
Open Meetings Act – Myths and Facts Geno Zamora, Nicholas Govea, Ortiz & Zamora, LLC
School Board Role During COVID-19 Tony Ortiz, Nicholas Govea, Ortiz & Zamora, LLC
Coronavirus Relief Legislation and Updates on Litigation R. Daniel Castille, Charlotte Hetherington, Cuddy & McCarthy, LLC
Local Decision Making and Flexibility During a Pandemic Elena Gallegos, Karla Schultz, Walsh Gallegos, P.C.
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2020 Virtual Annual Convention
December 3-5, 2020
NMSBA Virtual Annual Convention Program Final
New Board Member Training Session-dr. Gloria Rendon & Dr. Hugh Prather
NSBA Convention Greetings Anna Maria Chavez, Executive Director, National School Boards Association
NSBA Federal Update Verjeana McCotter-Jacobs, Chief Transformation Officer National School Boards Association
Improving EDUCATION, the New Mexico Way Jeannie Oakes & Carmen Gonzales, Learning Policy Institute – New_Mexico_Improving_Education_REPORT New_Mexico_Improving_Education_SUMMARY_REPORT
State of Education in New Mexico Ryan Stewart, Secretary of Public Education, NMPED Secretary Ryan Stewart Q & A
Student Behavioral and Mental Health Supports Leslie Kelly, Behavioral Health Coordinator, NMPED SEL Self-Evaluation Rubric Draft; Leslie Kelly-NMPED Q & A
News and Social Media Advocacy Todd Williamson, VP SKDK & James Hong, Director, SKDK Digital, NSBA Consultants
Legislative Advocacy in Challenging Times Lilliemae Ortiz, NMSBA Legislative Liaison
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2020 Fall Region Meetings
September – October 2020
NMPED Secretary Regional Meetings Presentation
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New Board Member Training – Strategic Planning
July 30, 2020
Strategic Planning for School Boards 07-30-20 Dr. Hugh Prather and Dr. Gloria Rendon
Strategic Planning Session Recording
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2020 Virtual School Law Conference
July 10, 2020
Link to All Presentations and Recordings on the Cuddy & McCarthy Website
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New Board Member Training – Budget & Finance 101
June 4, 2020
Public School Budget and Finance Presentation Dr. Gloria Rendon & David Craig, NMPED
Public School Capital Outlay Funding Presentation Jonathan Chamblin, NMPSFA & Dr. Gloria Rendon
Budget & Finance 101 Session Recordings
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2020 Board Institute
NMPED Legislative Priorities – Ryan Stewart, NM Secretary Designate
NSBA Federal Update – Tom Gentzel, NSBA Executive Director
LFC Legislative Update – Charles Sallee, Deputy Director, LFC
Public Schools Audit Update – Brian Colon, NM State Auditor
Focus on Outcomes Not Inputs – A.J. Crabill, Deputy Commissioner, Texas Education Agency
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2019 Annual Convention
December 5-7, 2019
NSBA Federal Update Elizabeth “Beth” BRANHAM, PRESIDENT, National School Board Association
State of Education in New Mexico Ryan Stewart, NM Secretary of Education Designate
Yazzie-Martinez Lawsuit Update Gail Evans, Lead Attorney, NM Center on Law and Poverty
Newly Elected Board Member Materials
NMSBA Overview for Newly Elected Members Joe Guillen, NMSBA Executive Director
Leadership Development Program Session 1 Block 1 Dr. Gloria Rendon & Dr. Hugh Prather
Boardsmanship Session 1 Block 2 Dr. Gloria Rendon & Dr. Hugh Prather
Budget & Finance Session 1 Block 3 Dr. Gloria Rendon & Dr. Hugh Prather (To be posted)
Policies & Instruction Session 1 Block 4 Dr. Gloria Rendon & Dr. Hugh Prather
Breakout Sessions
Rookie Mistakes Tony Ortiz, Ortiz & Zamora Law Firm
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2019 Fall Region Meeting Presentations
Board Finance and Audit Oversight Responsibility – S. Rounds, NMCEL Executive Director & T. Dean, Executive Director, NMASBO
Effective Lobbying for School Board Leaders – J. Guillen, NMSBA Executive Director
CES New Board Member Training Presentation – D. Chavez, CES Executive Director
CES New Board Member Training Modules
NMCEL Strategic Plan
NMASBO Board & Calendar
NMPED K-5 Plus Handout
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