2026 ACAPA DATA WORKSHOP (09/14/2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This hands-on professional development experience is designed for attendance officers, child accounting professionals, PIMS administrators, data managers, and other school personnel responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of district data submissions. Districts are encouraged to send teams rather than individual participants. The workshop emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and provides opportunities for staff from different disciplines to work together in examining data sources, interpreting results, and developing effective reporting and communication practices. The result is a stronger, more unified approach to data management and a richer understanding of how district data can be used to support informed decision-making.

Throughout the two-day workshop, participants will work through practical exercises and real-world examples focused on:

Developing a district data calendar
Identifying and managing data sources
Reading and interpreting an ACS
Developing a data story from district information
Providing proof and documentation
Troubleshooting data uploads
Tracking Act 158 requirements
Supporting Portrait of a Graduate initiatives

Participants will leave with tools, resources, and strategies that can be immediately applied within their districts to improve data quality, compliance, and reporting processes.

2026 ACAPA FALL CONFERENCE (11/04/2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The A/CAPA Annual Conference is the Association’s signature professional learning event, bringing together education professionals from across Pennsylvania for three days of learning, collaboration, and networking. Designed for attendance, child accounting, pupil services, data management, and school leadership professionals, the conference features timely presentations from recognized experts addressing current legislation, regulatory updates, compliance requirements, emerging trends, and innovative practices affecting Pennsylvania schools. Click here for the preliminary topics list.

In addition to a robust educational program, the conference provides valuable opportunities to connect with colleagues, share experiences, and engage with strategic partners who support the work of school districts throughout the Commonwealth. Join us at the historic Hotel Hershey for an informative and engaging conference dedicated to advancing professional excellence in school administration.

Attendance/Child Accounting Professional Association of Pennsylvania (ACAPA) upcoming events

2026 ACAPA DATA WORKSHOP (09/14/2026)

2026 ACAPA FALL CONFERENCE (11/04/2026)