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| THE MIEM CONNECTION Brought to you by: Michigan Institute for Educational Management |
June 2009 Volume 5 Number 6 |
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Educational Technology Leadership Conference in June
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| Get The Latest Information on ARRA Funding and Technology at the Educational Technology Leadership Conference | |
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June 22-23, 2009 • Holt High School, Holt MI The ETLC, hosted by the Michigan Institute for Educational Management (MIEM) and the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) is aimed at:
Don’t miss out on the latest update concerning technology funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. The conference will also feature a panel discussion on the merits and drawbacks of social network sites and MSBO certification classes. In addition to a large exhibits area, the conference will feature breakout sessions on these topics: SafeSchools, working with your board of education, online learning, online professional development, integrating technology into the curriculum, school websites, Internet safety, learning management systems, technology support services, VMware, Google, Technology and differential learning, eBooks, SharePoint, web based curriculum development, professional learning networks, 1:1 computing, Web 2.0, Budgeting for IT, METS standards refresh, IT controls review, Michigan Schools Online and network security. SB-CEUs: .5 to 1.2 SB-CEUs will be offered. You must be on time and stay for at least five hours to receive any credit. Cost: For full conference listings, click on gomiem.org and register now.
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| Renew Your Membership | |
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Send in your entry form with your renewal notice and you could win a pre-paid gas card or an overnight stay at one of venue locations. You must renew before you sign up for the 09-10 classes to ensure you get your discount. Don’t miss out – renew your membership today.
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| Michigan Department of Education 2009 Assessment & Accountability Conference | |
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August 25, 2009 – Northern Michigan University - Marquette September 21, 2009 – DeVos Place – Grand Rapids September 28, 2009 – Rock Financial Showplace – Novi This special one-day conference is designed for MEAP Coordinators, MME Testing Staff, MI-Access Coordinators, MEAP-Access Coordinators, ELPA Coordinators, NAEP School Coordinators, Curriculum Coordinators, Assessment Specialists and School Administrators. This conference features 40 informational clinic sessions. Click here for more information on the session’s descriptions and to register for one of the sites.
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| Beyond Compliance: Renewing Our Commitment to ALL Children–The Annual Homeless Education Conference | |
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September 13-15, 2009 Location: Kellogg Center, East Lansing Join us for the Annual Homeless Education Conference, featuring keynote addresses by Barbara Duffield, Policy Director of the National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth; Phillip Lovell, Vice President of Education for First Focus; and Diane Nilan, Founder and President of Hear Us, Inc. Breakout sessions will focus on McKinney-Vento Law 101 & 201; Foster Care; Title I; Housing First; Domestic Violence; Tutoring; Special Education; Project Homeless Connect; Collaboration; Transportation Strategies; Unaccompanied Youth; Data Collection and Reporting; and Higher Education. Registration is only $65 for all three days. Two nights lodging and conference meals are FREE for school staff and their invited collaborative partners for this conference. Other agency and organization staff is welcome to register and attend the conference at the $65 fee but will need to cover their own overnight lodging. Click here for more information and to register. View the save the date flyer.
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| Making Content Comprehensible to ELL’s Using the SIOP Model | |
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The four-day institute is designed for a cadre of both classroom and English Language Learner (ELL) specialists to work together to learn and apply the SIOP methods to their everyday teaching situations. Following the Institute, teachers will be able to work together to implement the strategies in their classrooms. Title III funds can be used for the cost of this institute. July 27-30, 2009 – Kent ISD August 10-13, 2009 – Plymouth-Canton Community Schools August 24-27, 2009 – Macomb ISD Cost: $150 per person. This includes registration, meals and materials for all 4 days. Click here to register and for more information. |
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| Michigan Teaching For Learning Institute - Igniting the Sparks of Genius | |
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009 to Thursday, August 20, 2009 Lansing Center Districts and schools are encouraged to have teams (e.g. an administrator, coach, and teacher from the same school) attend the institute together. Each individual will be able to attend sessions focusing on his or her role in improving student achievement. At the end of each day, teams will be able to work together in facilitated discussions to plan for maintaining and expanding rigorous programs. Click here for more information on the 19 Strands offered and to register. |
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| June-August 2009 Events...Register Now! | |
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Educational Technology Leadership Conference Everything You Need to Know About Identity Theft Workshop English Language Learner Training Institutes - SIOP Curriculum Leaders Boot Camp Year 2 Of 2 English Language Learner Training Institutes - SIOP Michigan Teaching For Learning Institute SB-CEUs |
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| Mark Your Calendar for This Upcoming Event | |
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Beyond Compliance: Renewing Our Commitment to ALL Children - The Annual Homeless Education Conference (Sponsored by the Michigan Department of Education) |
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Still confused about what you need to do to ensure your school gets American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds? Bruce Umpstead, Michigan Department of Education Office of Educational Technology and Data Coordination, will be on hand to answer your questions about ARRA and how it affects technology in education with Title II Part D funds.
MIEM membership renewals will soon be in the mail. MIEM was created to provide professional development activities for all school personnel. Benefits include employees of member school districts are eligible for up to a 25% discount on virtually all conference and seminar registration fees.