NHSAA | Professional Development

The NHSAA Professional Development Committee has worked hard to develop a varied agenda that builds on our traditionally strong program themes while adding new and unique professional development opportunities.

2024 New Systems Leaders Orientation - July 23, 2024 (8:00 - 11:30am) - Primex Building (46 Donovan St.), Concord, NH

The New Systems Leaders Orientation will offer an overview of the NHSAA and special services that the Association offer including EdjobsNH, Student Services Center, legal assistance, program consulting services, networking opportunities, communications, legislative advocacy, professional development events, recognition programs, N.H funding and laws, affiliations with other organizations, and more! Systems leadership positions can be lonely and isolating at times. These sessions are a step in building our capacity as Champions for Children and offering each of you an initial opportunity to become familiar with the resources and services available to you, engage your thoughts on personal and professional development needs, expose you to the opportunities available to you for involvement in your statewide professional association, and to help you build your professional network. We hope you can carve out some time during this transitional period to invest in YOU.

2024 Collective Bargaining Workshop - July 23, 2024 (1:00 - 3:30pm)- Primex Building (46 Donovan St.), Concord, NH

2024 Effective Management of Federal Grants: Strategies for Success - September 18, 2024 - Primex Building (46 Donovan St.), Concord, NH

2024 Fall Unconference - September 24, 2024 - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

Join us for the NHSAA take on an Unconference! You are invited to get real about your to-do list and join us for an opportunity to both share and learn about topics from grant writing, to human resource issues, to curriculum and instruction. The focus of this day is on the practical. We invite everyone to come with something tangible to share and a question that you have. Bring a team! Curriculum folks, human resources staff, building administrators…there will be something for everyone!

2024 Bradley F. Kidder Law Conference - October 9, 2024 - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

New Hampshire's top school attorneys will highlight new developments in school law on the topics of new laws, collective bargaining, privacy, use of media, school finance, personnel, special education, and more. This workshop is co-sponsored annually by the New Hampshire School Administrators Association (NHSAA), the New Hampshire Council of School Attorneys (NHCOSA), and the New Hampshire School Boards Association (NHSBA).

2024 Primex³ & NHSAA Title IX Training - October 10, 2024 - Primex Building (46 Donovan St.), Concord, NH

Primex³ and NHSAA are jointly hosting a Title IX training  as a service to their school members. We are happy to report that Attorneys Dean Eggert and Alison Minutelli will join us to provide an overview of Title IX changes* followed by a panel discussion with two district-level administrators who are also their district's Title IX Coordinator.

2024 NH Way Section 504 for Student Services - October 16, 2024 - Primex Building (46 Donovan St.), Concord, NH

Learn the latest and greatest information on all things student services related. Topics include (but are not limited to):Technical Advisory, SB 179 = new law regarding seclusion (effective 8/6/2023)HB 491 = new bill clarifying restraint limitations, Section 504 , Homeless Student guidelines (required under the federal McKinney-Vento law), Roles and Responsibilities for children in the NH Foster and/or NH court system (as required by NH's Education Department and NH's Department of Health & Human Services).

2024 Best Practices Conference on School Operations, Finance, & Business Leadership - October 30 - 31, 2024 - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

Our annual statewide work session sponsored by the New Hampshire School Administrators Association (NHSAA) and the New Hampshire Association of School Business Officials (NHASBO) includes opening and closing daily Keynotes as well as presentations on new developments in collective bargaining, state law, auditing requirements, data collection, state financing practices, school safety, lease purchases, Department of Revenue Administration, federal funding, and the sharing of successful "Best Practices." This program will feature a detailed discussion of educational funding for fiscal year 2024 and beyond, an update on state policy issues, and an opportunity to visit with exhibitors.  

2024 NH Way for Special Education & Student Services - November 6, 2024 - Primex Building (46 Donovan St.), Concord, NH

Join us for a comprehensive overview tailored to new central office systems leaders or for those seeking a better understanding of the unique aspects of Special Education and Student Services in New Hampshire. This full-day training will provide in-depth insights into NHED rules, policies, and legal requirements related to special education and student services, as well as discipline rules applicable to all students and special circumstances for students with IEPs and 504 plans. We will also review Title IX and the McKinney-Vento Act, outlining your obligations to students who are homeless, in foster care, or under court supervision. The training will also cover the topic of Medicaid to Schools. This event will emphasize legal requirements, available resources in New Hampshire, and best practices to ensure your district remains fully compliant.

2024 Best Practices Conference on Behavioral Health - November 12, 2024 - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

This event will focus on  the latest research, best practices, and innovative approaches to promoting mental wellness and addressing mental health disorders. The conference will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and workshops focused on topics such as trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based interventions, social-emotional learning strategies and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, learn from colleagues, and engage in interactive sessions designed to enhance their skills and knowledge in providing high-quality behavioral health services.

2024 NH Way for Special Education for Business Administrators - November 19, 2024 - HealthTrust Building, 25 Triangle Park Dr., Concord, NH

Join us for a full-day session titled "Essential Knowledge for BAs in Special Education." This event will cover important topics such as managing IDEA grants, understanding budget implications, meeting obligations to students needing various services, and providing an overview of the legal requirements related to special education under federal and New Hampshire laws, particularly regarding school business offices. The presentations will emphasize the essential knowledge needed for compliance, issue avoidance, and using available resources.

 38th Annual Christa McAuliffe Technology Conference - December 4 - 5, 2024 - Nashua Sheraton

One of New England's largest technology in education conferences, CMTC includes nearly 50 sessions focusing on the use of technology in all aspects of education. In addition, approximately 30 Solution Partners from across the country will showcase their latest products and services and provide learning opportunities for attendees. The New Hampshire School Administrators Association (NHSAA) and the New Hampshire Affiliate of the International Society for Technology in Education (NHSTE), in collaboration with the NHCTO Council, sponsor this four-day hybrid event. Don't miss this great event! Visit www.nhcmtc.org for more detailed information. Keynotes include Jason Sgro,  Sr. Partner and Practice Manager, ATOM Group who will speak on Cybersecurity and its impact on schools and Dr. Randy Wormald, Superintendent, SAU #46, who will speak on the future of AI.

2024 Everything You Need to Know About Licensing and Credentialing as a System Leader - December 13, 2024 - Primex Building (46 Donovan St.), Concord, NH

Get ready for a day of valuable professional development centered on Licensing and Credentialing in New Hampshire. This event will provide crucial updates on recent legislative changes related to Emergency Authorizations (ED 504.04) and technical support from NHED to help you successfully navigate the licensing process. You will also gain insights from NH's Office of Professional Licensing and Certification for various healthcare professional roles. We will delve into the important topic of Medicaid-to-Schools as it pertains to licensing and credentials, with dedicated time for technical support and sharing statewide experiences to tackle critical shortages and staffing challenges. This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to enhance your knowledge and expertise in licensing and credentialing.

2025 Legislative Priorities (Part 1) -  January 27, 2025 (half-day) - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

 A half-day program designed to inform members of critical new legislative issues being considered in the new session of the 2024 Legislature, meet legislative leaders, share new research, discuss member issues, and review legislation on the web.

2025 Effective Communications Conference -  February 11, 2025 - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

Come ready to collaborate, share, and learn! Whether you're a systems leader, a building leader, a department leader, a teacher, or a student, this "unconference" is for you. From a list of timely and important themes, attendees will be asked to highlight and share with their colleagues in collaborative and engaging roundtable discussions. Really brave and ready to showcase your unique / innovative work? Be a topic / roundtable facilitator!

2025 Best Practices in Personnel Leadership -  March 10, 2025 - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

An important annual session for leaders in personnel management that includes presentations of best practices in developing, supervising, compensating, evaluating, hiring, and discharging of employees. Presentations will center on new developments in state law and regulations and the sharing of successful strategies, policies, and practices.

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2025 Legislative Priorities (Part 2) -  March 24, 2025 (half-day) -  Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH 

A half-day program designed to inform members of critical new legislative issues being considered in the new session of the 2024 Legislature, discuss NHSAA positions, and plan strategies.

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2025 Innovations in Learning Conference - April 9 - 10, 2025 - Grappone Conference Center, Concord, NH

The Innovations in Learning (formerly Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment) Conference focuses on fresh and innovative practices in the classroom while offering an in-depth update on the status of curriculum development, the needs of the 21st Century Learner, and successful implementation of sustained change initiatives. One Day 1 the program will begin with a keynote followed by a variety of concurrent sessions by New Hampshire educators featuring College and Career Readiness Practices, ELOs, personalization of learning, presentations by students enrolled in CTE Programs and many others. Day 2 the program will be comprised of a variety of student-led sessions and performances delivered by students from districts all across the state!

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