(102) When Trouble Reaches the Top: Governance, Misconduct + Legal Counsel

11am – 12pm MST, 4 March 2027 ‐ 1 hour

Room: Willow Lake 3

Workshop Sessions

Leadership challenges become especially complicated when they involve the people at the top of a charter school. When allegations of misconduct arise involving board members or administrative leaders, questions of authority, accountability, and legal representation can quickly become difficult to navigate.

This session examines the distinct responsibilities of charter school boards and administrative leaders, including who has authority over which decisions and what happens when their interests no longer align.

Explore the legal and practical challenges that arise when misconduct allegations involve school leadership, including:
Gain a clearer understanding of how to protect your school's governance, integrity, and mission when trouble reaches the top.