November 18-19, 2010
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Grand Rapids
Leadership in All Directions
Pre-registration is now closed for this event. You can still register on site.
Members: $195; Non-Members: $235 * If you are a MIEM member and register before Monday, October 18, 2010 you will receive a $25 discount on the registration fee.
One Day Pricing will be offered. Members: $140; Non-Members: $175. A $10 discount will apply to members on one-day registrations before October 18, 2010.
Keynote Presentations
Sam Glenn–Opening Keynote Presentation–A Kick in the Attitude
As a nationally-acclaimed corporate speaker, author of A Kick in the Attitude, and founder of EverythingAttitude.com and Attitude Digest magazine, Sam Glenn, The Attitude Guy™, captivates audiences through a unique blend of inspiration, humor, and art–igniting teamwork and leadership.
Brian Blasko–Closing Keynote Presentation–Cruisin’ Through Life at 35 MPH
This celebrated author of Cruisin' Through Life At 35 MPH, is always the fun communicator, his contagious energy encourages others to feel comfortable about themselves and their personal development. Brian will also present a breakout session on communication, team building and personalities.
Breakout Session topics to include:
- Successful Fundraising
- PR & Marketing Your School
- Special Education and the Law
- Crisis Management/Safety Issues
- Social Networking for the Administrative Professional
- MSDS Software Applications for Student Data Systems
- State Reports and Timelines
- Building & Maintaining Relationships
- School Law for the Building Level and Central Office Secretary
- Schools of Choice
- 21st Century Staff Skills
- How to Create Interactive Forms on Adobe LiveCycle Designer
- The Business of Schools
- Electronic Board Packets
- Conflict Resolution
- Multi Tasking in a Downsized Environment
- First Aid
- Identifying and Assisting Homeless Students
- How to Handle Burn Out
- How to Deal With the Revolving Door
- Change–Obstacle or Opportunity?
- How to Respond To and Handle the Media
- REP – Dealing with Changes, Practical Applications, Pupil Counts
- Living and Working in a Culturally Diverse World
Conference Sponsors:
Scholarship Sponsor
Tote Bag Sponsor & Thursday Keynote sponsored with
Computer Lab Sponsor
Networking Reception Sponsor
TV Giveaway Sponsor
Crystal Award Sponsor
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