Stronger Schools. Stronger Communities.
Today more than ever, we are facing a tough election environment. As voter expectations evolve and passage rates become more unpredictable, school leaders should continually develop strategies and plan a comprehensive approach to pass voted bonds.
Join other Michigan school leaders and industry experts to learn the latest trends, data and strategies for millage calculations, capital planning, election considerations, and stakeholder engagement.
Time & Location
October 14, 2026
9am-2pm* (*Social Hour and Optional Golf Activity to Follow)
Watermark Country Club
1600 Galbraith Ave SE,
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
The Details
Registration Fee: FREE
Agenda at a Glance:
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It's all about building stronger communities by investing in better school environments, Ron Gorman, Superintendent Kent ISD
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Voter trends across generations and real strategies to help pass bond votes,
John Helmholdt, SeyferthPR -
Navigating the latest legislative updates shaping K-12 infrastructure across Michigan
Dave Ladd, Kelley Cawthorne -
The nitty-gritty of millage calculatins and smart capital planning,
Jesse Nelson, Baker Tilly -
Getting everyone on the same page about facility upgrades and maintenance,
Rob Crowe, The Christman Company and Zach Verhulst, Pure Architects
Register for the K12 Summit
