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Michigan Institute for Educational Management
Volume 3
Number 8
Registration for 2007-2008 Events Now Available!
MIEM is Teaming Up With CEPI to Offer Training in Data Requirements
SAPC Certification
August–September 2007 Events... Register Now!
Mark Your Calendar for These Upcoming Conferences
I want to thank you for the support that has come from the greater Michigan educational community. We are still finding ways to learn and grow to better serve you. We realize that the challenges you face to help students achieve at their highest level, as well as provide the most efficient and economical support possible will again be front and center on your agendas for 2007-08.
This calendar should help to better plan what MIEM can do for you in “Painting Your Future Bright.” The development of the 2007-2008 Annual Calendar for MIEM programs helped us to get our game together. It is our hope that it will do the same for you. As with any planning document, there may be some changes. We have confirmed these activities and have made some necessary changes in this monthly electronic newsletter. We hope you find this a helpful tool and that it does an even better job of meeting your future needs.
On behalf of our hard working and committed team, I look forward to seeing many of you throughout this school year. Always feel free to contact me at dpappas@gomasa.org or 517/327-9267. Our best wishes to you for a successful and rewarding 2007-2008 school year.
Daniel G. Pappas
Associate Executive Director MASA
Executive Director MIEM
For more than 25 years, MIEM has been helping to paint a bright future for public education by being a top source for your professional development needs.
We offer a variety of conferences, workshops, webinars and certification classes for people in every aspect of education. We provide this training at reasonable prices, especially for districts that are MIEM members.
Membership in MIEM is a smart choice, because member districts receive up to a 25% reduction in registration rates.
Are you taking advantage of the savings when registering for workshops and conferences? Renew now.
Online registration is now available for most of the 2007-2008 events. Check our calendar and register now. This newsletter will continually keep you posted on new updates.
As data quality becomes critical for school leaders in making decisions, the Center for Educational Performance & Information (CEPI) has teamed up with Michigan Institute for Educational Management (MIEM) to provide the training needed to create quality data environments and a better understanding of the data requirements to districts. Keep an eye out for upcoming workshops that will help you understand what data quality is all about and how you and/or your staff will be able to ensure efficient and effective entering and reporting of data. Join us on October 26!! This is one of many sessions that will educate data coordinators/stewards in understanding all the data elements required of the State of Michigan. Keep an eye on the MIEM calendar for more training.
Sign up for the Culture Of Quality Data Symposium today and we will see you on October 26 in Lansing!!!
Are you registered for SAPC classes or in the program? SAPC classes are designed for school office professionals, secretaries and administrative assistants. Learn more. SAPC classes are being scheduled at Washtenaw ISD for 2007-08. See next month's issue for the list of classes.
Read the next newsletter for registration information for the 21st Annual Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals, where several required SAPC classes will be offered.
Practical Insights On Podcasting
September 13, 2007, 8:45 am – 4 pm
Location: MELG Building, Lansing
In 2005, “Podcast” was voted the technological buzzword of the year. In the past 24 months, thousands of Podcasts have popped onto the Net covering more topics than you can imagine. This session will discuss the instructional benefit of integrating audio and video Podcasts into the curriculum by offering insights into the use of existing Podcasts, as well as the application and creation of Podcasts. Furthermore, you will have the chance to hear firsthand how one educator has used Podcasting to engage students and improve learning.
The Nuts And Bolts Of Consolidation And Collaboration
September 17, 2007, 8:45 am – 4 pm
Location: Holiday Inn South, Lansing
Many schools have been talking about consolidation and/or collaboration of a variety of programs and services…now it’s time to act. This program will cover all you need to know about consolidating services and programs and the establishment of effective collaborations between school districts. General topics to be covered include: The legal and practical issues around consolidation and collaboration; Options - a menu of programs and services for consideration; Processes – models for working together to develop a local/regional plan; Developing and implementing a communications plan; and breakout sessions with specific examples and models.
Overview Of Human Resource Management
September 18, 2007, 8:45 am – 4 pm
Location: LCC West, Lansing
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. You will explore employee handbooks and learn how workers compensation records should be kept in the personnel file.
WEBINAR: High School Graduation Requirements For The Parent
September 20, 2007
Location: Watch at your computer
Are you a parent of an upcoming high school student? Join us at your computer or at your school district to hear more about the high school graduation requirements for your teen. The information will be practical and easy to understand. This program will also be recorded and can be purchased for a nominal fee to be shared at other times with your community. School districts – please be sure to share this date and information with your parents. No SB-CEUs will be awarded.
Introduction to School Business
September 25-26, 2007
Location: Kellogg Center, East Lansing
Starting MSBO certification in the business office? Introduction to School Business is your first class. A registration form will be mailed separately; contact Marte Cadwell, MSBO at 517.327.5920 or register online. This is recommended as one of the first certification classes to attend to begin the MSBO Voluntary Certification Program.
School Administrative Professional Certification Series (SAPC)
Beginning in October, 2007 - MIEM is teaming up with Washtenaw ISD!
Location: Washtenaw ISD, Ann Arbor
Developed especially for building secretaries, central office staff and support staff professionals.
Culture Of Quality Data Symposium
October 26, 2007, 8:45 am – 4 pm
Location: LCC West, Lansing
What is a "culture of quality data" and why is this important to you and your school district? This program will focus on the current data that CEPI and the MDE are collecting for high stakes reporting and decisions, and what districts should be doing to ensure the quality of their data. When you leave this workshop you will have a better understanding of what data is being collected, how data is used and what your district can do to build a culture of quality data that provides timely, accurate, secure and useful data.
Superintendent Preparation Series Academy (Supes Academy)
Registration available in September!!!
Facilities Directors Conference & Expo
September 30-October 2, 2007
Hotel reservations due by August 30.
Location: Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville
Exhibit Show is FULL
Sponsorship Still Available
21st Annual Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals
Location: Amway Grand Hotel, Grand Rapids
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!
Closing keynote address by: Anne King on...
Holding it all together: YOU are the glue!
Click here for more information about this conference!
Exhibit information
Registration available in September!!!
The 17th Annual MIEM Technology Conference & Expo
NEW DATE and PLACE
January 30–February 1, 2008 at Dearborn Inn, Dearborn
Mark Your Calendar Now!!!
Michigan School Testing Conference
February 25-26, 2008
Kensington Court, Ann Arbor
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