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Private Licensed Schools New Director Seminar Dates

New Directors are required to participate in a New Director Seminar within six months of assuming the role of school Director. Participation is also required by the Directors of newly licensed/registered schools within six months of the school receiving approval. There is no fee for this seminar.

Although not required, it is recommended that Acting Directors attend. Additional school staff who are responsible for submitting applications and reporting financials may also attend, but not in lieu of the Director.

The completed registration form must be received in the Division's office by 5:00PM EST the day prior to the seminar (no exceptions will be made). It is recommended that registration forms be submitted no later than 10 days prior to the session you plan to attend.

Seminars are conducted from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Attendance is taken periodically throughout the session to verify and award a certificate of attendance.​

  • ​April 10, 2024
  • July 10, 2024
  • October 9, 2024

All seminars are conducted via Microsoft Teams.

If you do not currently utilize Microsoft Teams, it will be necessary for you to download the app prior to attending. You are encouraged to do this as soon as you register for the seminar.

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You will receive an invitation to join an established Team from the seminar host 48-72 hours prior to the day of the event to the email address provided on the registration form. The invitation will also contain the resources that will be used during the orientation.

Cameras are not necessary as the seminar will not use video. However, the presenter will share their computer screen during demonstrations; therefore, it is advisable to join the seminar using a computer rather than a mobile device.

Required New Program Application Training

Schools intending to submit a New Program Application to the Board for consideration are required to have the individual completing the application, or the individual certifying the application, participate in the 'New Director Seminar Part 1 - New Program Application' within the 12 months PRIOR to submission.

The 'New Program Application Training' portion of the seminar is conducted from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Register for the 'New Program Application Training' utilizing the 'New Director Seminar Registration Form' and check the appropriate box.