October 2026 In-person Training Registration
Description
Register for Our October 2026 In-Person Training!
Join WestEd Funding and Fiscal Implementation Experts October 2026 for a 3-day in-person training in Arizona to learn more about the Dynamic Federal Education Funding Landscape!
Dates:
Day 1: Tuesday, October 27th
Day 2: Wednesday, October 28th
Day 3: Thursday October 29th, 2026
Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
Address: SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center: 1475 N Scottsdale Rd #200, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Agenda
Learning Outcomes
Participants will learn more about the dynamic federal education funding landscape and the potential statutory and regulatory changes that could impact funding and fiscal compliance in 2026. The session is designed to help them establish and improve practices needed to comply with federal requirements related to the following:
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR)
Uniform Grant Guidance
Who Will Benefit
These training courses are designed for state education agencies (SEAs), local education agencies (LEAs), school districts, and charter school staff. Participants can receive Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits upon completion of the training. The following are also encouraged to attend:
Finance and business officers and their staff
IDEA/Special education directors and their staff
ESSA/Federal program directors and their staff
Superintendents and School Administrators
School Auditors/CPAs
Pricing
Per Individual: $900
Group Rates: $1,800 for 3 Attendees (free registration for the 3rd attendee)
Fee includes access to training sessions and all session materials. Breakfast snacks and lunch will be provided. The Element Scottsdale at Skysong hotel also provides complimentary breakfast.
WestEd is a NASBA-certified continuing professional education (CPE) sponsor. Participants can receive up to eighteen (17) CPE credit hours.
Please email WestEd_School_Finance.info@WestEd.org for more information.
Hotel Information
A room block is available at the Element Scottsdale at SkySong (Marriott) at the prevailing per diem rate; complimentary breakfast is included. Rooms are limited.
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Hotel Name: Element Scottsdale at SkySong
Address: 1345 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, Arizona, 85257
Last Day to Book: Monday, October 5, 2026
Cancellation policy: Cancel within 48 hours of reservation date to avoid penalty
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FAQs
- How is WestEd able to provide CPE credits?
WestEd is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor for CPE on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have ultimate authority on accepting individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
- What is the cancellation and Refund Policy for the training?
We offer cancelations with full refunds up to 2 days prior to the training.
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