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January, 2006 (Volume 2, Number 1)
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 January, 2006
Volume 2
Number 1
   
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Michigan School Testing Conference to Offer All-Day Workshops, 35 Presentations & More!!
January/February Workshops... Register Now!

From the MIEM Executive Director...
MIEM is always looking for innovative ways to best serve our members. The practice of using Webinars is an emerging technology that allows us yet another avenue to help inform and educate. This technology puts us at the “cutting edge,” and as we explore, use and get feedback, we look forward to discovering ways on how to provide this modality with the highest quality at the fairest cost. We will keep you informed as changes are made. Your feedback is welcomed.

46th Annual Michigan School Testing Conference To Offer Educators Two All-Day Workshops, 35 Clinic Presentations and Four General Session Speakers!

Register now for the 46th Annual Michigan School Testing Conference, “Assessment in the K-12 Learning Environment." The date is February 27 to March 1, 2006 and the location is the Kensington Court Hotel in Ann Arbor. Registration is only available on line and you can save $25 by registering before February 10! Detailed conference information may be downloaded here. A tentative conference agenda and lodging information are also available.

Who should attend?

Classroom assessment specialists, curriculum directors, principals, teachers (regular and special education), superintendents, and special education directors will want to register!

The Monday, February 27 pre-conference features two all-day workshops:

  • Large Scale Assessment, presented by Mark Reckase of Michigan State University and Ernie Bauer of Oakland Schools.
  • Classroom Assessment, presented by Karen Bailey of Measured Progress in Dover, New Hampshire.

Tuesday morning's general session speaker will be Mike Flanagan, State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Jeremy Hughes, Chief Academic Officer, will present the luncheon address. The Wednesday morning general session speakers will be Brooke Haycock and Daria Hall of Education Trust (Washington).

Choose from 35 clinic presentations given by USOE, MDE, practitioners, plus university and school district assessment experts focusing on federal (NCLB) and state assessments.

You can learn more about:

  • What’s New from Washington, D.C. – An Update on NCLB
  • Understanding the MEAP Reports
  • Assessment for Learning
  • Measuring Growth in Student Achievement
  • Combining Formal and Informal Assessment to Improve Instruction
  • Implications of the New Proposed Rules for Alternative Assessment for Michigan Schools
  • Using Test Results for Accountability and Promoting Student Learning: The Ontario Experience
  • Online MEAP
  • Beyond the MEAP: Taking a Classroom and District View of Writing
  • The ABC’s of Automated Essay Scoring
  • Assessment of Special Education Students Across the United States
  • The Current Status of High School Testing in Michigan
  • Classroom Assessments: Examine, Decide, and Teach
  • The Test Builder’s License Class or How to Construct High Quality District-wide Common Assessments

Exhibitors focusing on assessment will be available both dates. An audiotape for one session of your choice is included in your registration fee with the option of purchasing additional audiotapes.
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CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE

JANUARY 26 thru JANUARY 31

Aspiring Superintendents
Start: 01/26/2006 • End: 01/26/2006
Part II Open Registration
Michigan's education leadership organizations -- MASA, MASSP, MEMSPA and MASB, are committed to identifying, developing and supporting future school leaders.

2006 Safety Legislation Webinar - Must choose site
Start: 01/26/2006 • End: 01/26/2006
On January 1, 2006, Michigan school districts must comply with a series of 18 Public Acts (PA 121-139 of 2005) which amend the Revised School Code, Teachers’ Tenure Act, Criminal Code, and Sex Offender Registration Act. This Webinar will address both the legal and practical implications of these new laws.

2006 NCLB Compliance: Update And Overview - The Current NCLB
Start: 01/31/2006 • End: 01/31/2006
This session will provide an update on where we are from the state perspective in relation to complying with NCLB, what is happening at the national level -- and what’s coming that local districts, public school academies and intermediate school districts need to be aware of.

Highly Qualified Teacher Compliance
Start: 01/31/2006 • End: 01/31/2006
9:00 a.m. to Noon. A moderated panel of experts and practitioners will provide an update on: 1) what’s new/critical to keep in mind about teacher qualifications from the federal level, 2) what’s new/critical to keep in mind from the state level, 3) what’s happening/needs to happen at the local level and 4) how teacher preparation programs are preparing teacher education candidates.

FEBRUARY 1 thru FEBRUARY 28

Accounting For Non-Accountants
Start: 02/01/2006 • End: 02/01/2006
Having trouble communicating or understanding the budget process? This workshop is for you. This session has been designed for administrators, accounting specialists, and business office staff who are not directly involved with or are new to the financial reporting of a school district.

Food Service For The Business Manager
Start: 02/02/2006 • End: 02/02/2006
The basic structure and functions of a food services program, food safety issues, vending and contracting for food services and cooperative ventures. 0.3 SB-CEU's pending approval.

Transportation For The Business Manager
Start: 02/02/2006 • End: 02/02/2006
The basic structure and function of a transportation department, equipment supply and purchase, and laws related to transportation. 0.3 SB-CEU's pending approval.

Understanding The Role Of The Special Education Office Pro
Start: 02/13/2006 • End: 02/13/2006
This session will provide an overview of the history of special education, current trends, identify the special education process and review the acronyms in the special education arena. In addition, information will be shared on special education reporting requirements, confidentiality and statewide assessments.

Technology In Education
Start: 02/15/2006 • End: 02/15/2006
Basic overview of technology in schools. It covers the following topics: Makeup of the technology team, managing technology in the classroom, training, working with consultants and vendors, business office technology, cost of ownership and outsourcing your technology services. 0.6 SB-CEU's approved.

46th Annual Michigan School Testing Conference
Start: 02/27/2006 • End: 03/01/2006
Preconference is on Monday, Feb. 27.
"Assessment in the K-12 Learning Environment," is the theme of the 46th Annual Michigan School Testing Conference. Keynoters from MDE will be Mike Flanagan, State Superintendent of Public Instruction and Jeremy Hughes, Chief Academic Officer. Clinic presentations from the USOE, MDE, practitioners, plus university and school district assessment experts will focus on federal (NCLB) and state assessments.
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