2026 MCEA Fall Conference: Full Schedule

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11:15am CDT

Safe After the Bell: Implementing Standard Response Protocols in OST

Friday October 23, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

This interactive session explores applying the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) within Out-of-School Time (OST) environments. We will discuss how to adapt universal commands for challenges like variability in environments and logistical controls. We’ll cover strategic foundations for site-specific plans, bridging the gap between school-day security and OST flexibility to ensure consistent safety.

Speakers

Tiffany Clifton

Director of Community Education, Orono Public Schools

Tiffany Clifton serves as the Director of Community Education for Orono Public Schools, bringing over 15 years of leadership across the nonprofit, private, and public sectors. Grounded in a holistic approach to student and staff care, she serves on the district’s well-being and... Read More →

Scott Lhotka

Director of Community Education and Services, Westonka Public Schools

Scott Lhotka, Ed.S., is the Director of Community Education & Services for Westonka Public Schools, overseeing Early Learning, Child Care, Enrichment, and Recreation. A former Dean of Students, Scott combines his background in student support with 25 years of Aquatics Safety experience to implement p... Read More →

Annette Sallman

Exec. Director of Community Education, Stillwater Area Public Schools, ISD 834

Annette Sallman is the Director of Community Education for Stillwater Area Public Schools, bringing 30 years of dedicated experience to her role. Annette currently serves as the president of the MCEA board of directors. Beyond her leadership in community education, she has been... Read More →

Friday October 23, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Suite 103 - Lower Level 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA

Leadership

11:15am CDT

The Operational Edge

Friday October 23, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Suite 102 - Lower Level

Have you ever looked at your team's daily workflow and thought, "There has got to be a better, cleaner way to do this"? This training focuses on resolving systemic disorganization and fractured communication within large systems. It delivers practical strategies to centralize, organize, and streamline your department's electronic resources, consolidate and clarify internal communications, and automate repetitive administrative tasks to maximize organizational efficiency.

Participants will learn:

How to avoid data fragmentation by centralizing and simplifying files.
How to reduce excessive emails and ensure consistency in communication.
Ways to leverage technology to automate repetitive workflows.

Speakers

Tiffany Weeks

School-Age-Care Supervisor, Anoka-Hennepin Adventures Plus

Tiffany is the Supervisor for the Anoka-Hennepin Adventures Plus School-Age-Care Program overseeing the program's implementation at 24 site locations. She has 29 years of experience working in the field.

Friday October 23, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Suite 102 - Lower Level 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA

Leadership

1:15pm CDT

Updates to the Community Education Annual Report and How to Fill it Out

Friday October 23, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

Suite 104 - Lower Level

In this session, we will discuss changes and updates to the Community Education annual report that is due each November. We will also discuss common areas of data misrepresentation in the annual report and how to accurately fill it out.

Speakers