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2009 School Facility Managers' Academies a Huge Success! Print E-mail

The School Facilities Management Institute (SFMI) completed its 4th Annual School Facility Managers' Academy December 1-2 in Latham, NY. And new this year offered a two track program: the Academy designed for those new to the profession or looking for a refresher course, and for the first time, an advanced Personnel Management Academy designed for those looking to take their leadership skills to the next level.

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Track One: Managers' Academy
The 4th Annual School Facility Managers' Academy is a seminar designed for those new to the field or looking for a refresher course. Topics addressed the very latest information needed to create and maintain high performance learning environments, including:

  • Facility Administration & Regulation Compliance
  • Building Maintenance, Technology & Systems
  • Budget & Finance
  • Health & Safety
  • Energy Conservation & Sustainability
"I've been in the business for 23 years and by far this was one of the best seminars I've attended," stated James Lehan, Head Custodian for Katonah-Lewisboro UFSD.

Track Two: School Facility Managers' Personnel Management Academy
This year SFMI created an advanced Personnel Academy designed to help facilities directors manage and motivate employees, communicate with district stakeholders of all levels, and navigate Civil Service and legal issues. This track provided participants with the tools necessary for getting the most out of your facilities department.

"The information obtained in this sessions was critical to the proper performance of my position," commented Joseph Hendrickson, Jr., Director of Facilities and Operations & Transportation for Bellmore UFSD.

Expert Faculty
Faculty for both Academies included staff from the New York State Education Department Office of Facilities Planning, sage SBGA members and other experts in the fields of legal and Civil Services issues, communications and employee management and motivation.

"We strive to provide our members and the entire school facility management profession with the very best education, training and resources available," remarked Fred Koelbel, SFMI Co-Chair. "Each year we bring in well-respected and well-informed presenters who not only present the information but engage and learn from participants as well. Our presenters are a large part of this program's success."

Congratulations to all Academy and Personnel Management Academy participants!
 

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SFMI is a non-profit organization created for the purpose of providing education and training programs on timely school facilities management issues. Educational programs are offered to Directors of School Facilities, their key staff and others interested in pursing a career in the field.