2025 AAEA Summer Conference: Full Schedule

11:30am CDT

Child Nutrition 101: Essential Insights for School Administrators LIMITED

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT

This session provides school administrators with a high-level overview of key federal child nutrition programs, including the School Breakfast Program (SBP), the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), and Special Provision Options such as the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and Provision 2. Participants will gain insights into program implementation, eligibility requirements, and strategies for maximizing participation while streamlining administrative processes.

Speakers

Krista Jackson

Program Operations, Child Nutrition, ADE, Division of Elementary and Secondary Education

Krista Jackson is the Associate Director of Program Operations with the Child Nutrition Unit. Ms. Jackson has 14 years of experience working in Child Nutrition. She currently trains, hires, and supports Area Specialist who administer the Administrative and Procurement Reviews in... Read More →

Sheila Chastain

Associate Director, Finance and Training, Child Nutrition Unit, DESE, ADE

Sheila Chastain is the Child Nutrition Unit, Associate Director Finance and Training. She has been assigned to various positions within the Child Nutrition Unit for the last 28 years. Ms. Chastain supervises a group 5 professionals within the Child Nutrition Unit who will provide... Read More →

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Fulton (SCC)

Finance/HR/Operations, Breakout #2

Company DESE

11:30am CDT

Knowing What You have in the Present to Plan for Your Future Retirement LIMITED

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT

Salon C (M)

Education on your pension, gaps in retirement and the options available to fill them, benefits you can take with you in retirement, educate your staff to help them prepare for their future retirement no matter what year they’re in.

Speakers

Danielle Wildrick

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Salon C (M)

Finance/HR/Operations, Breakout #2

Company EBI

11:30am CDT

School Finance Tools & Resources LIMITED

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT

Hoffman (M)

This comprehensive training will empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complex landscape of school funding, budget development, and financial sustainability.
During this session, participants will explore the critical components of school budgets, including revenue sources, expenditure projections, funding aid calculations and the practical tools available to assist with developing your school budget.

Speakers

Jason Miller

Office of Coordinated Support and Services/ Fiscal Services, Arkansas Department of Education

Jason Miller is an accomplished education leader and finance professional with over 20 years of experience in Arkansas public education. He currently serves as a State Leadership Development Coach at the Arkansas Department of Education, where he provides statewide guidance on district... Read More →

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Hoffman (M)

Finance/HR/Operations, Breakout #2

Company DESE

11:30am CDT

The Arkansas Self-Funded Cyber Response Program: Practical Implications for Districts LIMITED

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT

Conway (MCC)

Minimum standards for the Arkansas Self-Funded Cyber Response Program become effective July 1, 2025. Join a discussion of the practical ways these requirements will affect your district.

Speakers

Dr. Jeff Killingsworth

Coordinator of K12 Cyber Policy and Strategy, Arkansas Department of Education

Jeff Killingsworth was privileged to be in the classroom for 12 years, teaching a variety of math and science classes from kindergarten through eighth grade, before joining the Arkansas Department of Education. He is currently the Coordinator of K12 Cyber Policy and Strategy, and... Read More →

Tuesday July 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Conway (MCC)

Finance/HR/Operations, Breakout #2

Company DESE