February 3-March 1\, 2009
Instructor\: Joyce Weiss\, Group Dynamic Specialist Training &\; Development LLC
Express yourself in a concise and respectful manner to become stronger at being direct and truthful. Build mutually beneficial relationships with coworkers. Reclaim productive time by transforming energy-draining employee negativity into positive energy\; Problem solve real situations to improve your work environment.
Event Contact\: danielle@gomiem.org
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T165804Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090204T123000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090204T194500Z UID:http://www.gomiem.org/event/experienced_curriculum_leaders_series_1 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.gomiem.org/event/experienced_curriculum_leaders_series_1 SUMMARY:Experienced Curriculum Leaders Series DESCRIPTION:Specific Outcomes\: The planning for the four sessions will be shaped by the following big ideas\, ways of working at the central office level\, and protocols for the daily work with stakeholders.There are several big ideas that will shape this learning experience. \; To understand Elmore&rsquo\;s concept of &ldquo\;reciprocal accountability&rdquo\; which balances accountability with support across a system. To understand the impact of generational diversity on the work in schools now and in the near futureas our demographics change and impact the way we work.
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T165804Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090204T124500Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090204T200000Z UID:http://www.gomiem.org/event/overview_human_resource_management URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.gomiem.org/event/overview_human_resource_management SUMMARY:Overview Of Human Resource Management DESCRIPTION:Presenter\: Lynn Parrish\, Howell Public Schools
This session provides an overview of the hiring process\, from recruiting\, interviewing\, and reference checks to staff orientation and record keeping. This session takes you through the steps of setting up personnel records\, handling FOIA requests\, address policies and procedures by exploring employee handbooks and understanding how worker&rsquo\;s compensation records should be kept in the personnel file.
Event Contact\: danielle@gomiem.org
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T165804Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090211T130000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090211T161500Z UID:http://www.gomiem.org/event/customer_service URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.gomiem.org/event/customer_service SUMMARY:Customer Service DESCRIPTION:Presenter\: Shelley Yorke Rose\, Director\, Communication Services\, Oakland Schools
How to understand customers&rsquo\; expectations\; How to deal with many different customers from challenging parents to complaining students\; How to improve communication with customers with effective questioning\, listening\, and responding skills\; How to resolve customer problems and complaints\; How to present yourself and your organization in a professional manner\; The importance of customer service in a schools-of-choice environment\; and the effective use of voicemail.
Location\: Oakland Schools\, room 160
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T165804Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090211T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090211T201500Z UID:http://www.gomiem.org/event/time_management URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.gomiem.org/event/time_management SUMMARY:Time Management DESCRIPTION:Presenter\: Rob Pocock\, Marketing\, Communications\, Priority Health
This session will help participants effectively handle the numerous tasks they must perform in a well-run office. Participants will learn\: Principles of time management - How to deal with multiple projects and deadlines\; Setting priorities\; How to work with multiple bosses\; Using multiple calendars\; How technology can help you manage your time. Plus\, What you can do to create a more productive work environment - The importance of attitude\; When - and how - to ask for help\; How to reduce stress levels in the workplace\; The importance of creating and utilizing a network of peers.
Location\: Oakland Schools\, room 160
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T165804Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090213T130000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090213T194500Z UID:http://www.gomiem.org/event/differentiated_instruction URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.gomiem.org/event/differentiated_instruction SUMMARY:Differentiated Instruction DESCRIPTION:The diversity of students in our classrooms is increasing\; the need to shape curriculum and instruction to maximize learning for all students more urgent than ever. The presenter will provide an introduction to the goals and principles of differentiation &bull\; including common misconceptions &bull\; and share descriptions of practical classroom strategies for different levels of student readiness\, learning styles and interests. The workshop will also provide an opportunity to analyze actual videos of differentiated instruction in real classrooms. Although an introduction to differentiation will be provided\, prior reading on the subject will allow the group to proceed to the discussion of implementation more rapidly.
Location\: Wexford-Missaukee ISD
END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T165804Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090217T124500Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090217T200000Z UID:http://www.gomiem.org/event/aspiring_superintendents URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.gomiem.org/event/aspiring_superintendents SUMMARY:Aspiring Superintendents DESCRIPTION:This program will provide the most recent information\, professional advice and proven strategies for those aspiring to the Superintendency. A cadre of experienced administrators from across the State will be sharing important information and posing significant questions to help participants decide whether this is a career path to pursue.
Event Contact\: danielle@gomiem.org
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