2024 MASBO Summer Conference: Full Schedule

Welcome to the MASBO Summer Conference! We’re glad you’re here!

4:30pm MDT

MASBO Board Meeting

Tuesday June 11, 2024 4:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

8:30am MDT

Let's Talk About Stress: Reducing Employee Stress & Burnout

Learn about stress and workplace burnout and why it is one of the most important issues to address at your school. This integrative presentation will provide real life techniques to reduce your stress and learn skills to prevent your own workplace burnout.

Presenters

Katie Ball

JOY A Wellness Boutique

Katie completed her Undergraduate degree in Counseling Psychology and her Master’s degree in Social Work, focusing on Community Mental Health and Wellness. Katie has spent her career within the Healthcare industry supporting patient’s mental health in hospitals and clinics. She... Read More →

Katie Ball Bio page docx

Lets Talk About Stress 2 pdf

Wednesday June 12, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

9:40am MDT

Let's Talk About Stress: Reducing Employee Stress and Burnout

Presenters

Katie Ball

JOY A Wellness Boutique

Katie Ball Bio page docx

Lets Talk About Stress 2 pdf

Wednesday June 12, 2024 9:40am - 10:40am MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

10:50am MDT

Learn About the New Montana School Insurance Alliance (MTSIA)

Learn about progress made toward implementing House Bill 332, which allows school districts in Montana to pool together for higher-quality, lower-cost health insurance

Presenters

John Doran

Chief Strategy Officer for the Montana School Insurance Alliance

John Doran is the Chief Strategy Officer for the Montana School Insurance Alliance. Together with a group of vested stakeholders, John is spearheading implementation of House Bill 332 (2023) to enhance the health benefits options, quality, and cost-effectiveness for all public-school... Read More →

Montana School Insurance Alliance Overview pdf

MT Schools Insurance Alliance Overview Flyer pdf

Wednesday June 12, 2024 10:50am - 11:50am MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

3:00pm MDT

Let’s Start at the Very Beginning- MSGIA Worker's Compensation

Every professional and gold medalist started as a beginner. Come join the MSGIA crew as we take you from the starting line to the finish line with WC 101. Whether you are a beginner or already at the top of the podium, we promise there will be something for everyone. Presented by Shawn Bubb, MTSBA Director of Insurance Services; Brenda Koch, Risk Management Associate; and Annette Satterly, MS, CRM, CIC, CSRM, CPSI Risk Management Associate. Montana School Insurance Group (MSGIA).

Presenters

Shawn Bubb

Executive Director, MSGIA-WCRRP

Shawn has been in the insurance industry since 1994 and prior to that he worked in the financial services industry for three years. He has a strong accounting background holding key positions such as internal auditor, corporate controller, and insurance operations team leader for... Read More →

Annette Satterly, MS, CRM, CIC, CSRM, CPSI

Risk Management Associate, MTSBA/MSGIA

I have worked as a Risk Manager at MTSBA/MSGIA since 1997. I am currently a CRM, CIC, CSRM, CPSI and an accredited asbestos inspector. I attended Montana Tech and received my BS and MS in safety engineering and industrial hygiene. I am the fifth generation from Butte, Montana. I am... Read More →

Brenda Koch

Risk Management Associate, MTSBA/MSGIA

Brenda Koch, was the K-12 Executive Director overseeing 17 schools in the Billings PublicSchool district for the past 12 years. Brenda was also a former superintendent, principal,teacher, and coach spanning, an impressive career 28 years in the Montana K-12 publiceducational system.Brenda... Read More →

Wednesday June 12, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

8:30am MDT

Being a Smart Shopper – The U.S. Healthcare System presented by MUST

The U.S. Healthcare system is highly complex and costly. We will provide you with information regarding the importance of preventative services. The advantages of preventative health vs. reactive health, and information pertaining to preventative pharmacy benefits. We will also dive into multiple topics to help you spread out your healthcare dollar. Presented by DeAnna Milmine, Marketing & Sales Representative, Region 2: Jarett Laden, Marketing & Sales Representative, Region 3; and Jim Mepham, Marketing & Sales Representative, Region 4, Montana Unified School Trust (MUST).

Presenters

Jarett Laden

MUST

DeAnna Milmine

MUST

Jim Mepham

Marketing & Sales Representative, MUST

Thursday June 13, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

9:40am MDT

The Thrill of Victory and the Agony of Defeat- MSGIA

We all want the thrill of victory. Unfortunately, many coaches and physical education teachers in our public schools are experiencing the agony of defeat. Join the MSGIA crew as they discuss the ever-increasing frequency and severity of coach and gym teacher injuries and ideas on preventing them.

Presenters

Shawn Bubb

Executive Director, MSGIA-WCRRP

Annette Satterly, MS, CRM, CIC, CSRM, CPSI

Risk Management Associate, MTSBA/MSGIA

Brenda Koch

Risk Management Associate, MTSBA/MSGIA

Thursday June 13, 2024 9:40am - 10:40am MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

11:00am MDT

Building Board Agendas & Packets

Building board agendas and packets plus more!

Presenters

Jeff Weldon

Attorney and Counselor at Law, Felt Martin PC

Jeff joined the firm in 2005 and is a shareholder. His practice primarily focuses on Montana school law, labor and employment law, and local government law. Jeff serves as general counsel for several Montana school boards and has advised and represented other public and private entities... Read More →

Board Meeting Packets pdf

Thursday June 13, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

1:40pm MDT

New Title IX School Requirements

Federal updates and strategies the Title IX coordinator can implement to keep up with compliance in k-12.

Presenters

Peggy Pollock

HR Director, Laurel Public Schools

Thursday June 13, 2024 1:40pm - 2:40pm MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA

3:00pm MDT

Preparing for a Dept. of Labor Inspection?

The MT Department of Labor is continuing to inspect Montana schools. The MSPLIP has a webpage with tools that can be immediately implemented to help our clients schools address a wide range of topics. These tools will help our clients implement and maintain a safe and compliant educational environment. The topics also serve to address many of the exceptions that have been noted in DOL audits.

Presenters

Brodie Loushin

Senior Risk Control Specialist, MSPLIP

Brodie is a graduate of Montana Tech of The University of Montana’s Occupational Safety and Health Program. He also received his Masters Degree in Industrial Hygiene 2009. In addition, Brodie holds certifications from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the... Read More →

Montana Department of Labor pdf

Thursday June 13, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm MDT
Parlor 1009 Meeting Room 1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT 59101, USA