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MDE/AdvancED Spring School Improvement Conference Request for Presentation Proposals
Educator Evaluations: Integrating Student Growth Data
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Happy New Year! What’s on your list of resolutions for the year? The MIEM School Administrative Professional Certification (SAPC) and MSBO certification programs provide the tools you need to become a school leader.

Certification courses are offered through MIEM and the Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO) to provide relevant information and skills that you can utilize in your district. We know that certification provides many skills that you needed to perform at your best on the job. Make one of your 2012 resolutions earning certification.

Dan Pappas Executive Director, MIEM
Associate Executive Director, MASA

Well, we have to admit that this has got to be one of the mildest January’s on record. MIEM online learning opportunities give you access to great professional development without facing bad weather and icy roads. Following are a couple of opportunities for you to learn at your own pace and from the comfort of your office.

January 25, 2012
Accident Investigation Procedures–Webinar (online seminar)
Presenter: Kim Hooper, Wayne RESA • 8:45 am-noon
Cost: $70 member/$100 nonmember
At the accident scene, learn what to look for, what information to gather, rules and regulations of reporting accidents and how to analyze data. Understand how to respond to media both from routine inquires and when school officials are suddenly faced with members of the media.
R=Transportation Director E=all others

February 1-29, 2012
Be Direct with Respect–Online Class
Instructor: Joyce Weiss, Group Dynamic Specialist Training & Development LLC
Cost: $75 member/$90 nonmember
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.

Expectations of the class: Online courses run for four weeks. You are required to report in at least once a week to complete assignments. You are also required to complete a final project before receiving credit for the class.

Register online.

Register by fax.

Michigan Department of Education (MDE)/AdvancED Michigan Spring School Improvement Conference Request for Presentation Proposals

Showcase your school improvement successes by presenting at the MDE/AdvancED Michigan Spring School Improvement Conference, March 30, 2012 at the Lansing Center in Lansing! Presentations should emphasize hands-on, practical information that is directly related to improving student achievement.

National speakers will be featured, along with selected outstanding concurrent sessions conducted by practitioners and featuring what works in schools. If your school has experience with any school improvement topic that supports “Going Digital: Ready, Set, Accelerate” and you want to share your experiences with others, please complete the form at the link below and return by February 10, 2012.

This RFP MUST be completed on line by going to the MIEM website. Paper RFP’s will not be accepted.

Registration for the conference will be available in late January 2012.

Educator Evaluations: Integrating Student Growth Data

Accident Investigation Procedures Webinar
January 25, 2011; 8:45 am-noon
Location: At Your Desk
At the accident scene, learn what to look for, what information to gather, rules and regulations of reporting accidents and how to analyze data. Understand how to respond to media both from routine inquires and when suddenly faced with a television crew.

Be Direct With Respect Online Class
February 1-29, 2012
Express yourself in a concise and respectful manner to become stronger at being direct and truthful. Build mutually beneficial relationships with co-workers. Reclaim productive time by transforming energy-draining employee negativity into positive energy; problem solve real situations to improve your work environment. Expectations of the class: Online courses run for four weeks. You are required to report in at least once a week to complete assignments. You are also required to complete a final project before receiving credit for the class.

Transportation For The Business Manager Webinar
February 1, 2012; 8:45 am-Noon
Location: At Your Desk
The basic structure and function of a transportation department, equipment supply and purchase, and laws related to transportation.

Technology In Education
February 15, 2012; 8:45am-4:00 pm
Location: MELG Building, Lansing
This class is a basic overview of technology in schools. It is recommended as one of the first classes in the program. 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.

Food Service For The Business Manager Webinar
February 16, 2012; 8:45 am-Noon
Location: At Your Desk
The basic structure and function of a food services program, food safety issues, vending and contracting for food services, and cooperative ventures.

Educator Evaluations: Integrating Student Growth Data
February 29, 2012; 8:30 am-4:00 pm
Location: Lansing Center, Lansing

Michigan ASCD Courageous & Intentional Conversations
February 29, 2012; 8:30 am-3:45 pm
Location: Wexford-Missaukee ISD
NOTE: Location has changed

District/Building School Improvement Conference
"Swimming in the Same Direction"
March 20, 2012; 9:00 am-3:30 pm
Location: Lansing Center, Lansing