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

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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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