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| THE MIEM CONNECTION Brought to you by: Michigan Institute for Educational Management |
August 2008 Volume 4 Number 8 |
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| MIEM Class Registration for the 2008-09 year OEAA Workshop Information Introduction to School Business Certification Class 10th Annual Facilities Conference & Expo 22nd Annual Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals Stay Tuned – New gomiem Website to be Unveiled August-September 2008 Events... Register Now! Mark Your Calendar for This Upcoming Conference
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 We on the MIEM Team are excited about the beginning of another school year. Last year presented all of us with many challenges. Yet, we found that by paying close attention to what those challenges were, listening to those who shared with us what was needed to meet those challenges, and providing professional development in collaboration with MDE and many great presenters and experts, much was accomplished. 2008-2009 appears to be shaping up to be another interesting school year. Our theme this year has us wanting to be a part of your Winning Team. The MIEM Connection is here to help you decide when to call us off the bench and into your game. We know that you are working hard to make a positive difference for the children of our state. Stay in touch with us through our website, the MIEM Connection, calling us, and by talking directly to one of our MIEM Team members at any of our events.Have a great 2008-2009 school year kickoff. Dan Pappas Executive Director MIEM |
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As part of this year’s membership drive, MIEM members had the opportunity to win a pre-paid gas card, or an overnight stay at one of MIEM's supporting venues. As always, MIEM provides you and your staff with the most current information on important topics that meet your professional development needs. Register online now for 2008-2009 classes. Congratulations to our winners! Gregory Baracy, Wayne –Westland Community Schools Shelby Bill – Allegan Area ESA Diane Block – Alpena Public Schools Cathy Campbell – Almont Community Schools Roger Cole – Stephenson Area Public Schools William Coale – Western School District Diana Davis – Buchanan Community Schools Stacey Denewith-Fici – Warren Woods Public Schools Tom DeLuca – East Detroit Public Schools Melody Eichorn – St. Louis Public Schools LeAnn Eustice – Suttons Bay Public Schools Pete Everson – Eastern Upper Peninsula ISD Ron Farrell – Montabella Schools Eric Frederico – Gibraltar Schools Ronald Fuller – Kalamazoo RESA Bob Gabel – Watervilet Public Schools Wendy Giles – Gratiot-Isabella RESD Karen Hammersley – Northport Public Schools John Hagel – Shiawassee RESD Dennis Harbour – Copper Country ISD Jim Hulgendorf – Johannesburg-Lewiston Public Schools Linda Hicks – South Redford School District Howard Hyde – Evart Public Schools Chet Janik – Charlevoix Public Schools Lynn Korabik – WayPoint Academy Lawrence Kroswek – Millington Community Schools Steve Krusich – Lenawee ISD David Larson – Birmingham School District Margaret Lay – Holt Public Schools Peggy LoPresto – Hillsdale Community Schools Barbara Lott – Woodhaven-Brownstown School District Mari Manke – Onekama Consolidated Schools Ted Matuszak – Whittemore-Prescott Area Schools Debara McGee – Onsted Schools Kathy McLead – St. Ignace Area Schools Wendy Moore – Camden-Frontier Schools Machion Morris – David Ellis Academy West Joseph Murphy – Kingston Schools Colleen O’Sullivan – Washtenaw ISD Denny Patzer – Otsego Public Schools Steve Peffers – Marquette-Alger RESA Tom Paniucki – Oakridge Schools John Searles – Merrill Community Schools James Scholten – Tri County Area Schools Judith Sikorski – Fraser Public Schools Jan Stewart – Howell Public Schools Christina Templin – DeWitt Public Schools Debbie Thompson – Lapeer Community Schools Mary Vratanina – Cheboygan-Otsego-Presque Isle ESD Bob Walter – Bronson Community Schools
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| OEAA Annual Workshops Registration Now Available | |
August 26 - Sterling Heights September 16 - Grand Rapids September 18 - Lansing September 22 - Bay City September 25 - Livonia October 2 – Gaylord Download the faxable registration form. |
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| Mark Your Calendars! Introduction to School Business September 23-24, 2008 • Kellogg Center • East Lansing |
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Introduction to School Business is recommended as one of the first certification classes to attend to begin the MSBO Voluntary Certification Program. This two day workshop rolls many certification classes into one. It is designed for new business officials (within the first few years of employment), office staff, and those who want a basic information refresher. Register online or download the MSBO Calendar of events.
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| 10 Years of Helping You Put the Pieces Together! 10th Annual Facilities Conference & Expo September 28–30, 2008 • Crystal Mountain Resort •Thompsonville |
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Maintaining a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for students is essential to a successful educational program. This conference provides a tremendous opportunity to learn about new ideas and concepts. Update your knowledge of current practices and procedures plus take advantage of the opportunity to pursue your Facilities Director Certification and begin the NEW Operations Director Certification. Download the Conference Brochure Rooms at Crystal Mountain are reserved using the reservation form and must be received by August 28.
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| MIEM Presents… Building Blocks to Your Future 22nd Annual Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals November 13-14, 2008 • Amway Grand Plaza Hotel • Grand Rapids |
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Don’t miss out on this conference! The focus is on providing information and training for school secretaries and administrative support personnel. Receive ongoing training and support from experienced instructors and MIEM staff. This is a great way to earn credit toward SAPC certification. More details and registration are coming soon. A Big Thank You to Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals Sponsors: Dean Transportation, Inc. Sponsors are needed for Support Staff Scholarships. Check out the benefits for your company.
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| Coming to a Computer Near You – The New and Improved gomiem.org | |
MIEM’s new and improved website will be up and running shortly after Labor Day. The new gomiem.org will continue to provide all the information you need at your fingertips including special webinars, certification info, and all the information you need for upcoming MIEM events. Stay tuned and log on to the gomiem website for information on professional development activities for all school personnel. Make MIEM part of your winning team!
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| August-September 2008 Events...Register Now! | |
2008 MDE Assessment & Accountability- Sterling Heights August 26, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Location: Sterling Inn The conference focus is on accountability issues and the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), Michigan Merit Exam (MME), English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA), Mi-Access, and secondary credit assessments. This conference is geared toward assessment and curriculum coordinators, school administrators, and teachers. MSDS: The New SRSD Training Experienced Curriculum Leaders Series 2008 MDE Assessment & Accountability - Grand Rapids 2008 MDE Assessment & Accountability - Lansing 2008 MDE Assessment & Accountability - Bay City 2008 MDE Assessment & Accountability - Livonia 10th Annual Facilities/Operations Director Conference & Expo SB-CEUs
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| Mark Your Calendar for This Upcoming Conference | |
| School Improvement Framework Conference November 24-25, 2008 Location: Lansing Center, Lansing Prior School Improvement conferences have focused on the Gather Data and Study Data elements of the School Improvement Process. This conference will now take that data and information and look at how it can be used to create a School Improvement Plan to address Student Academic Achievement. The new electronic web site for the creation of the School Improvement Plan will be previewed at this conference. Our keynote speaker will be Deb Walstrom, a well known national speaker who many of you have had the opportunity to hear and work with. Deb will be sharing Data Driven Decision Making, Planning for, and implementing change, and establishing effective School Improvement Teams.
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