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Session Descriptions
Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Understandingthe Landscape ofAmeriCorps GrantRequirements
AmeriCorps grantees juggle many balls in making your way
through the first full annual grant cycle. Participants will
clarify the basic flow and requirements for all AmeriCorps
programs regardless of your state or program design.
Learn about the potential land mines that can derail your
program so you can avoid them!
Block 1 Susan Hyatt Saeman In-Person
Only
All Systems Go:PracticalManagementTools from theField(AmeriCorps)
Come learn about a wide variety of field-tested and
practical program management systems! For experienced
and rookie AmeriCorps staff members this sessionprovides take-it-home and use it materials ready to make
your program rock!
Block 2 Mary Ellen Isaacs
and Jennifer Jefts
Malone
Theatre
Streaming
Available
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Designing aMembers Year ofService (FromRecruitment toExit)
New and advanced AmeriCorps program staff will examine
member management elements such as recruitment,
selection, on-boarding, orientation and training,
supervision and evaluation, reflection, recognition, and end
of year wrap-up. Explore key tools including: Member
Hierarchy of Needs; Stages of Development; Dimensions of
Success; and Member Management High Quality Principles.
Block 3 Amy Salinas Delaplaine Streaming
Available
National ServiceCriminal HistoryChecks(AmeriCorps)
Check out the criminal history key requirements for
covered positions in the national service programs! Get
your questions answered by experts! The training will cover
the final rule published on Oct. 5, 2012.
Block 4 Kinza Ghaznavi Bresnan In-Person
Only
PerformanceMeasurement-AmeriCorps
Come experience an interactive session about the
AmeriCorps Performance Measurement Core Curriculum
including theory of change, evidence and performance
measurement. Explore how a theory of change
strengthens YOUR program design, and how evidence isused to support a theory of change to develop high quality
performance measures. Session includes case studies and
opportunities evaluate evidence and critique performance
measures.
Block 7 &
Block 8
Laura West and
Cara Cheevers
Delaplaine In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
AmeriCorps TownHall Come on down to the AmeriCorps Town Hall and askquestions and hear from CNCS AmeriCorps representatives(either virtually or in person).
Block 9 PANEL: Bill Basl
and CNCS Staff.
FACILITATOR: Amy
Salinas
Malone
Theatre
Streaming
Available
7/28/2019 Southwest National Service Conference Session Descriptions
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Session Descriptions
Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Financial andGrantManagement 101Basics
This session will assist fiscal staff in understanding the basic
concepts and responsibilities of managing CNCS grants. Review
and discussion will cover Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) Circulars related to cost principles, CNCS regulations and
award provisions, key accounting system requirements, written
policies and procedures, internal controls, budgets, match,
timesheets, budget controls, financial reporting, documentation,
audits, and other related financial requirements.
Block 1 Peg
Rosenberry
Delaplaine Streaming
Available
DocumentingMatch (Cash andIn-Kind)
Need to properly track and record cash and in-kind donations?
Come learn how to calculate and value in-kind donations, record
match express in the accounting system, AND avoid match-
related findings, plus some other fun stuff!
Block 2 Susan
Meche
Saeman In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Developing andManaging anAmeriCorpsBudget
Great budgets lay the foundation for a great program! Come
learn important things to consider for grant planning stages
(e.g., allowable costs!) and strategies for monitoring and
managing your budget throughout the program year.
Block 3 Peg
Rosenberry
and Susan
Meche
Saeman In-Person
Only
AvoidingCommon Issuesand Pitfalls/Preparing for anAudit (Fiscal)
Come join the fun to learn how to prepare for an OIG audit
including follow-up and resolution! Avoid pitfalls and common
issues including structure and organization. Learn from othersexperiences and the steps to establish systems or protocols as
preventions for audit findings.
Block 4 Peg
Rosenberry
and SusanMeche
Saeman In-Person
Only
What You Need toKnow about theNew OMB Super-Circular!
OMB has magically been streamlining 8 existing circulars into
one document for grant reforms! Changes ensure financial
management integrity and strengthen federal dollar
accountability by protecting against waste, fraud, and abuse.Come hear about how these important changes impact you!
Block 7 Jerry
Bertrand
and Victoria
Collin
ACA/Triax In-Person
Only
Closing Out YourCNCS Grants
Hopefully grant closeout signals a program well run! You will
learn about this important process and requirements as well as a
program directors role and responsibilities in ensuring an
efficient and accurate closeout process.
Block 8 Peg
Rosenberry
ACA/Triax Streaming
Available
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Timesheets Everything you wanted to know about staff timesheets but wereafraid to ask! Learning includes specific OMB regulations and
requirements on the importance of accurate and complete
timesheets as well as common pitfalls found in staff and member
timesheets. You will review real life scenarios that underscore key
practices to great timekeeping!
Block 9 Susan
Meche
ACA/Triax In-Person
Only
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Session Descriptions
Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Using CreativeThinking to SolveProblems
Thinking creatively produces high-quality solutions to difficult
problems! Learn why creative thinking is important to national
service work including tactics to help break away from our
normal thinking patterns. This interactive session uses hands-
on creative thinking to design out-of-the-box solutions to
everyday situations. Be sure to caffeinate for this early session!
Block 1 Anna Thiele Bresnan In-Person
Only
Civic Reflection asa Practice
Civic reflection is engages national service staff, members and
volunteers in reflective discussion to make change in their
communities. Get a brief taste ofcivic reflection componentsand its use as a multi-level capacity building tool. Learn what
programs using civic reflection, how theyre doing it and its
impact!
Block 2 Amy
Salinas
Bresnan In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Beyond Theory ofChange
Come learn about collecting the right data needed to insure your
programs current performance measurement approach is
aligned with your theory of change! Learn about the 4 outcome
types and data sources and collection methods to use as well as
strategies for aggregating and summarizing performance
measurement data! Make powerful statements that make your
program more attractive for grants and other resources.
Block 3 Susan Hyatt Bresnan In-Person
Only
Using Social MediaEffectively Social media is a powerful platform to generate awareness for acause, organize events and generate donations. Join us to learnbest practices to reach out to your audience using the 'The Big
Five' social media sites: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+,
and Pinterest. Learn tips for raising awareness and donations
for your organization, creating content that gets shared, and
keeping your volunteers organized and informed.
Block 4 Kara Galvinand Sara
Villegas
MaloneTheatre
Streaming
Avoiding CommonIssues and Pitfalls(programmatic)
Come join the fun to learn how to prepare for an OIG audit
including follow-up and resolution! Avoid pitfalls and common
issues including structure and organization. Learn from others
experiences and the steps to establish systems or protocols as
preventions for audit findings.
Block 7 Peg
Rosenberry
Bresnan In-Person
Only
7/28/2019 Southwest National Service Conference Session Descriptions
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
From Mission toMarketing
In Forces for Good, McLeod and Crutchfield (2007) identify six
practices of high impact nonprofits. One of those practices
identified as Inspiring Evangelists, or developing a cadre of
storytellers who have developed the ability to connect
experiences to the mission and core values of the organization.
Participants receive copies of a recently developed training
curriculum in the context developed in this book!
Block 8 Bob
Shogren
Bresnan In-Person
Only
Building Capacityin Volunteers(using data toinform volunteertraining)
City Year Denver trains 80+ volunteers and staff each year toaddress needs related to attendance, behavior, and course
performance in Denvers highest needs schools. They utilize
consistent volunteer evaluation of training, evidence of service
implementation, and assessment of student progress to
determine the value of training, and then redesign to meet
immediate learning needs. Hear from current Managers of
School Service and Training Directors about how you can use
data to inform your own volunteer training design.
Block 9 Jeff Park Bresnan In-PersonOnly
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Session Descriptions
Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location WebStreaming
Option
Understanding theLandscape ofSenior CorpsGrantsTheProgramming
Come learn everything you wanted to know about Senior
Corps grants and programming! Have fun discussing the
strengths and challenges of this grant program!
Block 1 Dan Dunlap and
Ventana Harding
ACA/Triax In-Person
Only
Understanding theAging Process(managingparticipantsthrough transitions)
Learn about the aging process and keys to helping with
aging process transitions from a panel of perspectives
(e.g., medical field, academic research and field
experience)! Participants will gain insights as to how
AmeriCorps and Senior Corps staff can successfully
manage and support this demographic as it transitions
through age.
Block 2 PANEL:
Dr. Leslie
Hasche,
Dr. BarbaraMorris, Barbara
Raynor and
Connie Stewart
Delaplaine In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location WebStreaming
Option
National ServiceCriminal HistoryChecks (SeniorCorps)
This training on the National Service Criminal HistoryCheck requirements is applicable to covered positions in
the national service programs funded by the Corporation
for National and Community Service. The training will
cover the final rule published on Oct. 5, 2012.
Block 3 Kinza Ghaznavi MaloneTheatre
In-PersonOnly
Developing andManaging a SeniorCorps Budget
Great budgets lay the foundation for a great program!
Come learn important things to consider for grant
planning stages (e.g., allowable costs!) and strategies for
monitoring and managing your budget throughout the
program year.
Block 4 Ben Stoltenberg Delaplaine In-Person
Only
Senior Corps TownHall
Come to the Senior Corps Town Hall and hear from and
ask questions of C.NCS Senior Corps Director, Dr. Erwin
Tan and other CNCS representatives
Block 7 PANEL: Dr. Erwin
Tan and CNCS
staff.
FACILITATOR:
Kathie Ferguson
Malone
Theatre
Streaming
PerformanceMeasurement(RSVP)
Have fun practicing aligning existing RSVP work plans to
the National Performance Measures, to calculate the
total number of unduplicated volunteers for each work
plan! Follow-up activities will take place during the
Virtual Conference August 6-7, 2013.
Block 8 Jill Sears Saeman In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training
Block
Trainer(s) Location WebStreaming
Option
PerformanceMeasurement (FG,SC)
Come practice aligning existing FGP and SCP work plansto the National Performance Measures, to calculate the
total number of unduplicated volunteers for each work
plan, and to uncover any questions or challenges you
may have. Follow-up activities will take place during the
Virtual Conference August 6-7, 2013.
Block 9 Jill Sears Saeman In-PersonOnly
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Session Descriptions
Round Robins(Some sessions are available multiple times)
Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Financial
Management Round
Robin
Exciting cost allocation, time-keeping practices,
in-kind documentation and valuation to the ten
criteria for cost allowability, this round-robin
style session will give you an opportunity to
discuss leading practices, common challenges
and opportunities for growth related to these key
financial management topics. Learn the best
practices and tips of financial management and
network and pass on your knowledge to other
attendees.
Both Block 5 and6 (this session
runs for an hour
and a half)
Jerry Bertrand,
Susan Meche
and Ben
Stoltenberg
Bresnan In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Understanding the
New Health Reform
Act
Decoding the confusion about the Affordable Care
Act will help you understand the changes in how
Americans can get health insurance. We will
dispel some of the confusing issues by explaining
Affordable Care Act basics and how many people
have already benefited from this important. Learn
about how Americans can access to coverage,
consumer protections and legal requirements,
and how the average person will navigateavailable new options.
Block 5 Adam Fox Kahn In-Person
Only
Inspiring Aspiring
Staff
Practically speaking, retaining good staff goes a
long way to increasing program effectiveness and
keeping costs down. A great staff person needs to
be inspired as they aspire to grow, learn and take
on more responsibility in your organization.
Come examine several key activities executive
directors, senior leaders and staff need to
cultivate a leadership pipeline ESPECIALLY with
staff in early their career continuum (e.g.,
millennial/Gen Y) as well as Gen X-ers, and Baby-
Boomers.
Block 5 Ellen
Winiarczyk
Delaplaine Streaming
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Prohibited/
Unallowable
Activities
What are those pesky prohibited parts of service
programs? Using short presentations, case
studies, hands-on activities, and Q&A well
examine both member activities that are
considered prohibited and those considered
unallowable, the difference between them, the
regulatory basis, and the consequences of
noncompliance. Come share best practices about
developing systems to ensure regulatorycompliance so you can train other grantees, staff,
and members!
Block 5 Peg Rosenberry Saeman In-Person
Only
Measuring and
Marketing Your
Impact
Does your programs story stand out from the
crowd? Are you looking for more resources and
know how to really wow potential supporters? Or
are you using the same old stale approach of
reciting your history, details of your program
model, maybe with one tearjerker story thrown in
for good measure? Come learn about the five
biggest mistakes nonprofits make telling their
story and give you practical tips for using data to
kick your message up to break through the noise
and get needed support!
Block 5 Susan Hyatt ACA/Triax In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
AmeriCorps
Coverage and
Health Care Reform
Confused about the relationship between
AmeriCorps health coverage and the
implementation of health care reform. The 2013-
2014 policy term is a crucial period with potential
for great risk to program budgets and member
benefits. Come examine the current situation
(including recent developments), discuss the role
of minimum essential coverage and assess the
likely implications for AmeriCorps benefits.
Block 5 Chris Rooney Malone
Theatre
In-Person
Only
Juggling 101:
Effective Managing
Multi-site Programs
Need an effective program management model
for multi-site programs? Compact Service Corps
AmeriCorps Program has developed successful
program partnerships and innovative tools for
this 44-site AmeriCorps program supporting over
3,500 Members annually. Learn about concrete
tools and program resources that strengthen
program management and program effectiveness
systems. This interactive session builds upon the
expertise and knowledge of workshop
participants, creating a community of experts and
learners around this important topic.
Block 6 Jami
Hiyakumoto
Saeman In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Developing an
Inclusive Program
(The Basics)
Need resources and guidance to create prepare
for, recruit and manage People with Disabilities in
National Service? Learn effective practices for
effective interactions using People First Language
and engage in scenarios to determine the best
support plan for your future members. Geared
towards those with little to no experience
recruiting/supporting people with disabilities.
Block 6 Bob Shogren Kahn In-Person
Only
Sustainability
(Planning for Your
Organizations Life
After National
Service)
Start thinking NOW about options for sustaining
your programs important services in the
community, especially given diminishing national
resources. Discuss the Four Pillars needed to
develop a strong, comprehensive sustainability
plan that goes beyond grant writing or
fundraising. Examine your efforts to clarify
blocks and challenges and identify the best areas
to focus your sustainability efforts.
Block 6 Susan Hyatt Delaplaine In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
National Service and
Veterans
Why do armed services veterans join national
service? What benefits them and how does this
impact meaningful program design? Veterans join
national service programs with some very specific
needs and motivations while utilizing their
experience and expertise. The session will focus
on the Why for the veteran and the How for the
program.
Block 6 Kynnie Martin
and Amy Foss
ACA/Triax In-Person
Only
National Service
Role in Disaster
Response
National service is increasingly recognized for its
role in disaster, but not all programs have a
disaster focus area! Come identify key decision
points for how your program can help in disaster:
Whats your potential role in the disaster cycle of
mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery?
How do you define a role for your organization?
What resources or networks are available to
connect with in your community? How do you
balance your desire to help while ensuring your
primary service outcomes are accomplished?
Learn ways that programs are currently
responding and their best practices.
Block 6 PANEL: Janet
Pace, Chris
Sheffield and
Kristen Reming
Malone
Theatre
Streaming
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
New AmeriCorps
Program Questions
and Answers (Panel
of Commission
Staff/PDs)
Learn key program tips and trick from
experienced AmeriCorps program and
commission staff as this panel discusses effective
AmeriCorps programs! You will interact and
reflect on the lessons learned along the incredibly
rewarding journey of AmeriCorps programming.
Block 10 PANEL Kathryn
Gray, Anna
Thiele, Judd
Jeansonne and
Amy Salinas
Kahn In-Person
Only
Financial
Management Panel
This HOT panel of financial management experts
will discuss an amazingly wide range of topics
centered around 10 keys to AmeriCorps financial
management. Gain THE best practices and tips in
sound management of AmeriCorps grants.
Both Block 10 and11 (this session
runs an hour and
a half)
PANEL: Jerry
Bertrand, SaraMarquez, Peg
Rosenberry,
Susan Meche,
Ben Stolenberg,
Kelly Wells,
Christy Gallese
Malone
Theatre
In-Person
Only
National Service
Collaborations
Ever wonder why national service programs dont
work or serve together more often? We will make
the case for program collaboration with your state
service commission, and identify and potential
barriers to collaborating! Discuss strategies on
how to make collaboration a reality!
Block 10 Nicolette
Geisler, Michele
Lytle
Saeman In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Developing an
Inclusive Program
(An Exploration of
Best and Creative
Practices)
Come learn about innovative and successful best
practices and strategies to develop inclusive
national service programs with diverse
communities. This expert panel has significant
experience working with diverse communities
(e.g., ethnic/racial, LBGT, Persons with
Disabilities) in programming. Learn about
successfully developed inclusive programs and
explore ways of thinking outside the box to maketheir own programs more inclusive for all
Americans.
Block 10 PANEL: Teri
Izquierdo, Kate
Stephens and
Marilyn Vargiu.
FACILITATOR
Ellen
Winiarczyk.
Delaplaine In-Person
Only
Boomers - Getting
Baby Boomers
Involved in National
Service
Do you recruit or are interested in recruiting older
adults (ages 55+) to serve as national service
participants or volunteers? Come discuss best
practices in recruiting andretaining boomers in
volunteer and service positions. Strategies will
consider both urban and rural contexts.
Block 10 Katie Creedon
and Jolene
Niernberger
Bresnan In-Person
Only
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Session Description Training Block Trainer(s) Location Web
Streaming
Option
Grant Writing Come to our lively and inclusive discussion about
the joys, challenges, and technical components of
writing grants! Together we will learn about key
grant writing tips and important pieces that
create a cohesive and comprehensive grant
package.
Block 11 Ellen Winiarczyk Delaplaine In-Person
Only
Developing Esprit
de Corps (Best
Practices in
Participant/
Volunteer Team
Building )
How do we build a team of volunteers,
participants and/or members that are high
performing, buy-in to the bigger picture of
National Service, maintain a strong programmatic
identity, are committed, and support one another,
despite distance, resources, and other challenges?
Together we will create a working definition of
Esprit de Corps, discuss its importance, dialogue
about challenges and explore and share ways to
develop and maintain this key program ingredient
Block 11 Amy Salinas
and WaltMcFadden
ACA/Triax Streaming