EMIS & School Funding 2026-2027

Date: 10/08/2026

Location: OASBO Conference Center | 98 Commerce Park Drive | Westerville, OH | 43082 OR Online via Zoom

Fees: $100 (Member) / $200 (Non-Member)

This seminar is specifically designed to bring together Treasurers and EMIS Coordinators for a collaborative discussion on the critical role of accurate data collection and EMIS reporting. Participants will explore how these processes directly impact funding allocations and financial planning for their organizations. Through this session, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of best practices, compliance requirements, and strategies to improve data accuracy and reporting efficiency, ultimately helping to maximize funding opportunities and support informed decision-making.

Seminar Director: John Espy, Loveland City Schools

Agenda:

9:00 a.m.
Budget Impacts FY27 - ODEW Finance (CPIM Applicable) 
Elena Sanders, ODEW 

10:00 a.m.
Break

10:15 a.m.
ODEW EMIS
David Ehle, ODEW 

11:15 a.m.
Break

11:30 a.m. 
Connecting the Dots: Treasurer, EMIS & Payroll
Tana Dykes, Loveland City Schools
Rachel Clemons, Loveland City Schools
John Espy, Loveland City Schools

12:30 p.m.
Lunch

1:15 p.m.
Understanding FTE Reports & The SFPR   (CPIM Applicable) 
David Downs, Hamilton Clermont Cooperative

2:15 p.m.
Break

2:30 p.m.
Staff Reporting Best Practices (CPIM Applicable) 
Rachel Clemons, Loveland City Schools 
David Downs, Hamilton Clermont Cooperative
John Espy, Loveland City Schools

3:30 p.m.
Conclusion and Q&A