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Special Education Budgeting Academy

Yearlong Academy | Two In-person Training Days & Two Virtual Check Ins

2026-27 Registration Coming this Summer!

WASBO & WCASS have partnered to bring you the NEW Special Education Budgeting Academy! Join us at strategic points throughout the year to make sure you are making the most of your Special Education budget. Strengthen the collaboration between your Special Education Director and School Business Official through this year-long academy designed to build effective, sustainable budgeting and staffing models. The academy includes two in-person, hands-on training days and two virtual follow-up sessions spaced throughout the school year. 

 

2026-27 Special Education Budgeting Academies

Eau Claire | The Lismore Hotel | In Person October 26, 2026 & January 14, 2027 | Virtual Check Ins December 4, 2026 & February 19, 2027

Pewaukee | Waukesha County Technical College | November 4, 2026 & January 7, 2027 | Virtual Check Ins December 4, 2026 & February 19, 2027

Your Academy Registration Benefits

Two In Person Training Days
from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Two Virtual Check Ins
from 12-1:30 PM

While individual participation is welcome, teams of special education and finance leaders are strongly encouraged to attend together to maximize impact and alignment.

2026-27 Academy Early Bird Reg Fees

Register by October 1 to take advantage of these discounted academy fees:

Single Person: $325
Multi-Attendee Rate Per Person: $300

In Person Sessions also will include a light breakfast, breaks and lunch for the day
for all participants! 


The Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials (WASBO) is where School Business and Operations Professionals Connect, Learn & Lead! The association provides professional development, fosters a network of support, and advocates for funding that ensures outstanding educational opportunities for all children in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Services (WCASS) exists to serve Wisconsin’s Special Education and Student Services leaders. The organization is devoted to students and student services leaders through professional learning, policy and legislative advocacy, and professional networking.