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Michigan Institute for Educational Management
Volume 3
Number 4
Message from Your Executive Director
April-May 2007 Events... Register Now!
Mark Your Calendar for These Upcoming Conferences
Partnership with MIEM - MI-LIFE
Are you taking advantage of the savings when registering for workshops and conferences? Check here to see if you are a member. If you are not, please join now.
This year MIEM is offering several workshops as Webinars. This means you can watch them right at your desk. Or, for a reduced rate, you can go to an approved location to view it. Check out the many offerings today!
Have you started the MSBO Certification program? Begin now!
Are you registered for SAPC classes or in the program? Start now!
At MIEM we are in the final stages of the 2007-08 schedule to bring you programs that will help you achieve certification, programs that are mandatory such as OEAA and School Improvement Conferences, and other programs that you need to be effective and efficient in your position. As you begin to face the budget challenges and the changes like consolidation of services, please take time to visit the MIEM Website at www.gomiem.org, to help in getting the information you need to continue to serve, survive and grow. We are offering other programs to keep you up-to-date on legal and legislative and share with you best practices.
A few programs in particular that you need to mark your calendar NOW are Creating A Culture of Data Quality on September 11, 2007 and the Nuts and Bolts of Consolidation and Collaboration of Services on September 17, 2007. The program on the 11th will help those responsible in your organization for reporting accurate data to the state. We have heard from many of our members that it is difficult to keep up with all the changes related to data submission. This session will provide helpful information on the latest requirements for reporting data correctly. It is important that we take responsibility for developing and maintaining a Culture of Data Quality. Another program that will be a MUST attend is the Nuts and Bolts of Consolidation and Collaboration of Services. By September 17, the legislature will have a good idea what consolidation means. Practical examples from local districts and ISDs will be shared. Registration will begin by mid-May.
Last year we ventured into Webinars which allowed you to get training at your desk. MIEM has found that these Webinars have been very helpful. Evaluations have shown that the attendees would like us to offer more. This year we have added two MSBO certification classes on December 6. Also, we are working to provide on-demand training. Keep your eye on the MIEM Website, www.gomiem.org, for more information.
Watch your mail for the 2007-08 membership dues invoice. These will be mailed in May. By paying your dues, you can save up to 25% off the price of a workshop. Once your dues are paid, anyone from your district will be able to attend at the member pricing. Dues must be paid prior to registering for programs to receive the special discount.
Thank you for your time and your attendance at past programs. We are here to serve you and hope that we are meeting your needs by providing quality training and professional development programs. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at dpappas@gomasa.org.
Sincerely,
Your MIEM Executive Director
Daniel G. Pappas
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE McREL's Informal Observational Training
April 19, 2007, 8:30am–3:30 pm
Location: Wexford-Missaukee ISD (Cadillac)
The one-day training includes background on the nine categories of instructional strategies, and training on using the Palm software. Three to four minute classroom videos are shown to the participants and the group works to develop consistency in identifying what they are seeing. Time is also devoted to interpreting the collected data and planning coaching discussions with teachers. Participants will engage in actual peer coaching discussions.
Michigan School Improvement Workshop
April 23, 2007, 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Location: Kellogg Center, East Lansing
Post Workshop Dinner & Information
This workshop will help participants understand and use tools to support continuous school improvement. Please note that a separate workshop, "Framework 101 for Beginners" will be held on Sunday, April 22, from 4 pm to 6 pm for school staff who have had limited exposure to the Framework and Rubrics that will be presented at the April 23 workshop.
Connected Tech: Project-Based Learning Workshop
April 25, 2007, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Wayne County RESA
In this workshop, participants will learn to direct student learning to enhance interactive, student-centered, cooperative learning. Participants will also be introduced to classroom management methods for effectively integrating project-based learning.
Technology Grant Writing Workshop
Location: MELG Building, Lansing
April 25, 2007, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Wayne County RESA
April 26, 2007, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
A workshop intended to demystify the grant writing process and provide strategies for writing successful grants to help generate funds.
How To Effectively Deliver An Aligned Curriculum (FULL)
May 4, 2007
School Improvement Expert Mike Schmoker will take us on a journey through a route that leads to immensely better schools in any kind of community. Using research evidence, case studies and anecdotes from all kinds of schools, he will identify the most pervasive obstacles to school improvement and the quickest ways to overcome them.
WEBINAR: Courageous Journey Welcome Aboard
May 8, 2007, 1 pm–3 pm
Location: Now watch at your desk!
This is part four of a four-part series. Participants enhance their understanding regarding the importance of continued professional development of and for the superintendent, certification requirements, as well as the latest on the research and practice of balanced leadership.
Every Child Counts: Closing The Achievement Gap In Subgroups
May 9, 2007, 8:00 am–3:30 pm
Location: Genesee ISD
Hear from a nationally recognized expert and Michigan educators on successful strategies for closing the achievement gap with all students, but with particular emphasis with those defined in the various sub-groups of No Child Left Behind and Education Yes!. Research-based solutions along with schools that have been successful in narrowing the achievement gap will be presented.
Superintendent Preparation Series Academy (Supes Academy)
Four sessions, beginning in August
Apply by June 7, 2007
Support Staff Conference
Thursday, November 15 & Friday, November 16
Opening keynote address by: Joseph M. Hoedel, Ph.D. on...
The Importance of Being a Positive Role Model, Every Day!
Learn more about Dr. Hoedel.
Click here for more information about the conference.
The 17th Annual MIEM Technology Conference & Expo
NEW DATE and PLACE
January 30–February 1, 2008 at Dearborn Inn, Dearborn
Mark Your Calendar Now!!!
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