Name: New Charter School Accountability and Oversight Requirements
Start: 2026-09-26T15:15:00-0700
End: 2026-09-26T16:20:00-0700

Welcome to the 2026 CSBA Counties Conference!

This conference provides a unique opportunity for county board leaders to come together and discuss students’ futures in light of domestic policies and global trends. County board members, superintendents and educational partners from throughout the state will come together to gain valuable knowledge and information in three key areas: advocacy, governance and policy; funding, workforce and educational access; student well-being, safety and success.

As the role of county offices of education (COEs) continues to evolve, CSBA is committed to providing COE board members with the necessary tools and information to become effective elected education leaders. The program will feature member-led workshops, micro-trainings, networking opportunities, and more—offering attendees practical strategies, peer-driven insights, and ample chances to connect and collaborate with colleagues from across California. It is a must-attend event for county board leaders!

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New Charter School Accountability and Oversight Requirements

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:15pm - 4:20pm PDT

Promenade, Lobby Level

Breakout session (attend one per session time).

The 2026–27 budget trailer bill brings about many changes to charter school law, and especially to the role of the charter authorizer. Many of the provisions were implemented as soon as the budget deal was signed. County governance teams should be prepared for all the new components in a multitude of areas that will impact them, such as auditing, contracting and charter oversight. This session will lay out the new requirements and provide a timeline for county boards to hit the ground running.

Speakers

John Yeh

Partner, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLC

John Yeh has been practicing law in California since 1991. A California K-12 public school product and parent, he specializes in representing and advising school districts in charter school oversight, labor and employment, and litigation. He also has extensive experience in advising... Read More →

Kristin Armatis

Executive Director, Charter School Services, San Diego COE

Kristin Armatis is Executive Director of Charter School Services at the San Diego County Office of Education, where she leads charter school authorization, oversight, and accountability efforts. With more than 20 years of experience in school finance, governance, and educational leadership... Read More →

Stephanie Medrano Farland

Director, Education Policy, Capitol Advisors Group

Stephanie Medrano Farland, a statewide expert on charter school authorizing, leads this work for Capitol Advisors Group. Prior to coming to Capitol Advisors, Stephanie was the Director of the Charter Schools Division at the California Department of Education. Prior to her work at... Read More →

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:15pm - 4:20pm PDT
Promenade, Lobby Level

Advocacy Governance and Policy

2026 CSBA Counties Conference

John Yeh

Kristin Armatis

Stephanie Medrano Farland

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2026 CSBA Counties Conference

John Yeh

Kristin Armatis

Stephanie Medrano Farland

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