September 2019 MANS Notes
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Dear MANS Member Schools, Staff, Colleagues, and Friends
Each fall MANS offers the opportunity for member schools to apply for the MANS Social Justice Grant. This has been a longstanding MANS program that provides teachers resources that can be used to integrate service with classroom instruction. You can find additional information in the "Grants" section below. Please share this opportunity with your staff.
We are getting ready for the 2019 MANS Administrators' Conference:
Building Leadership for Learning
on October 16-18, 2019 at the Grand Traverse Resort. We are excited to partner with Learning Forward as we kick off a year long effort to dive deep into effective building-level professional development. If you have not already done so, I encourage you to register for this conference. This time together as school leaders is invaluable. We look forward to seeing you up north in October.
Just a friendly reminder, it is always a good time to invite your Representative or Senator to your school. It is critical that you maintain a relationship with your locally elected officials who serve you in Lansing. MANS staff would be happy to participate in any visits that you are able to plan. Keep the lines of communication open and let them know what a vital role your school plays in the community.
As always, free feel to contact MANS staff with an email or phone call if you have any questions that we can help you with or if you have any suggestions on how we can better serve you. We are your association and we strive to meet your needs.
Blessings,
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2020 United States Senate Youth Program
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The United States Senate Youth Program, established in 1962 by U.S. Senate Resolution, is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The 58th annual program will be held in Washington, D.C., from March 7-14, 2020. It provides an opportunity for qualified high school juniors and seniors to deepen their understanding of America’s political processes.
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OK2SAY Contact Information
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Both public and
nonpublic
schools must provide the Michigan State Police with at least one school official's emergency contact information twice a year, ideally by June 1st and September 1st. If you have not done so already, please provide the emergency contact information for your school on the
OK2SAY website
under
Register School Contacts
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Nominations are Open for the Michigan Teacher of the Year
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The Michigan Department of Education is accepting nominations for the 2020-21 Michigan Teacher of the Year Program.
The eligibility requirements:
- The nominee has a valid Michigan teaching certificate.
- The nominee has completed at least five successful years of teaching experience in Michigan.
- The nominee works directly with students in their current role.
- The nominee was not a 2018-2019 or 2019-2020 Regional Teacher of the Year.
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Nominations are Open for Education Support Staff Professional Award
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The Michigan Department of Education is accepting nominations of
outstanding educational support staff members for the Education Support Staff Professional of the Year program.
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2019 Immunization Requirements for Children Entering Kindergarten and 7th Grade or Enrolling in a New School in Grade 1-12.
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Please share this important information with all staff who will be working with child immunization records at your school.
Since 1978, Michigan law has required that each student have an up-to-date certificate of immunization at the time of registration (or no later than the first day of school) for entry into kindergarten and 7th grade, and for enrollment into a new school district, grades 1-12.
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Public Comment on the Proposed Standards for the Preparation and Practice of Special Education Administrators
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The Michigan Department of Education, Office of Educator Excellence, is requesting public comment on the proposed Michigan Standards for the Preparation and Practice of Special Education Administrators to guide preparation of candidates seeking certification in this field.
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YMCA Michigan Youth in Government (MYIG)
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YMCA Youth in Government is a nationwide program that serves more than 10,000 teens every year. Michigan’s program provides middle school and high school students the unique opportunity to simulate the state government, elect their own leaders, debate their own ideas and build a vision for a better tomorrow.
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Food Service Administrative Memo No. 3
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For information on meal, snack, and milk reimbursement rates to school food authorities for School Year 2019-2020, please see Food Service Administrative Memo No. 3.
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Gather with more than 200 Christian school educational leaders and spend two days with Learning Forward exploring strategies school leaders use for becoming advocates for their own learning, building communities of learners in a cycle of continuous improvement, giving precise feedback, and distributing leadership. The 2019 Administrators’ Conference once again offers a demanding schedule of professional learning along with time for reflection and fellowship.
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These events are offered at a significant discount exclusively to non-public schools. Contact Michigan Association of Non-public Schools for more information.
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Essential Reports for Teachers and Instructional Ladders
September 30, 2019 - Kalamazoo, Michigan
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Learn to implement essential reports and instructional ladders into your assessment practices by using MAP Growth data and reports to respond to the individual needs of students. Deepen your understanding of instructional planning and boost your differentiation efforts in this one day session.
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miGoogle Conference - FREE for Non-public Schools through MESC
November 4-5, 2019 - Fenton, Michigan
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The Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative (MESC) is offering scholarships to cover the full cost of the miGoogle Conference! Register by using the coupon code:
mesc19
!
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Stay up-to-date on the current professional development offerings available to Michigan non-public schools by visiting the Michigan Equitable Service Collaborative website. Look for new NWEA and Catapult PLC dates in September.
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2019 Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education Conference
September 27-29, 2019 - Tustin, Michigan
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Want to network with formal and non-formal educators interested in getting kids outside to learn about the environment around them? Engage with classroom teachers of all grades who are concerned about the environment and want to learn more about taking kids outside at the MAEOE Conference!
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Cyber-Secure Schools: Building a Cyber-Educated Citizenry
October 2, 2019 - 2:00 p.m. ET
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Learn what resources are available to principals and faculty to teach effective cybersecurity habits to students, to enhance their education and protect the school.
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Leadership for All Learners Institute
October 7-8, 2019 - East Lansing, Michigan
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Participate in sessions that will explore Collaborative Leadership, Collective Efficacy, teacher leadership for equity and help maximize the effectiveness of all school leaders and stakeholders. Receive $50 off general pricing by registering with the code "MSU".
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Michigan Association for Media in Education (MAME)
"What's Your Superpower?" Conference
October 10-11, 2019 - Bay City, Michigan
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Join the Michigan Association for Media in Education (MAME) in Bay City for a librarian leadership conference. In their work to support school librarians and media specialists, they provide librarian resources to support their students with high-quality media services.
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AIMS Heads Special Program: Caryn Pass
October 23, 2019 - Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
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The Association of Independent Michigan Schools is hosting Caryn Pass, a partner in the Venable Law Firm headquartered in Washington DC, to discuss the current legal environment Heads of schools are facing.
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Place-Based Education Conference
November 7-9, 2019 - Flint, Michigan
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Come experience a three-day conference designed to inspire and support a community of educators around the power of place-based learning. Learn how to incorporate place-based learning into your curriculum to engage your students in meaningful learning and strengthen their ties to their community.
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Learn at your own pace through Michigan Virtual's courses. Choose from a selection of online courses based on your interests!
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EduPaths and iKeepSafe Partner to Create Free Online Courses on Student Data Privacy for Educators
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The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) has partnered with EduPaths, Michigan’s free online professional development portal for educators, and the Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) to bring four online courses centered around student data privacy to Michigan educators. This series of courses is designed to give education stakeholders the tools they need to be aware of privacy concerns and keep students safe.
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Michigan's Integrated Behavior and Learning Support Initiative Summits
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Check out Michigan's Integrated Behavior and Learning Support Initiative's (MIBLSI) series of fall events! There are a variety of upcoming events taking place all throughout Michigan.
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“GoOpen Michigan” Online Toolkit
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The Regional Educational Media Centers Association of Michigan (REMC) has established a #GoOpen Michigan toolkit on its website to provide educators with information about using Open Educational Resources (OER) in education.
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Van Andel Education Institute: Blue Apple PBL Framework
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Van Andel Education Institute (VAEI) just launched Blue Apple—cross-curricular PBL units (aligned to 4th and 5th grades but can span grades 3-8) that inspire students to make the world a better place! We know teachers want to create awesome learning experiences, but they don’t have time. As a partner of MANS, VAEI has offered schools the opportunity to some discounts on their new product:
- 20% Discount. Use the discount code PARTNER19-20% when they check out, and you'll get 20% off.
- Project GIVEAWAY to select teachers. Would you love to do a Blue Apple project in your classroom? Fill out this Free Project Form. VAEI will select up to 20 teachers to give away projects in exchange for you helping them spread the word.
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MNSAA Accreditrac is now open for the 2019-20 school year.
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Join Michigan Non-public School Accrediting Association experts this September to learn more about the accreditation process through four webinars. Each will focus on a different component of accreditation, and should provide new information to seasoned vets as well as first timers joining MNSAA. Click the links below to register:
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State Continuing Education Clock Hours
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Did you know that MANS is your authorized SCECH provider? MANS staff has completed MDE training on SCECHs and can assist you with securing SCECHs for professional learning events ranging from 1 hour workshop to multi-day conferences, and everything in between. All record keeping and audit burdens are managed by us allowing you to focus on providing your staff excellent content. SCECHs for school committees, mentoring, student-teacher supervision, and accreditation site visits can earn 25 hours. For more
information, go to:
www.m-a-n-s.org/resource-folder/scechs/
or call Shelley Long at 517-372-0012 or email her at
slong@m-a-n-s.org.
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MANS Social Justice Grant
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Teachers in MANS member schools are encouraged to apply for a 2019-20 MANS Social Justice Grant. Created as a way to honor former board member Helen Casey, the grants support classroom projects that connect service to academic and religious instruction. Service should engage students around genuine community needs while making classroom content relevant.
The deadline to submit an application is October 25, 2019.
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The Meemic Foundation: Pop In 2 Win
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The Meemic Foundation introduces the "NottaGrant", a monthly opportunity to simply "pop in" to be entered to win a valuable enhancement for an educator's school to enhance classroom learning! Just a few clicks and you're entered to win a HP Chromebook for your classroom!
Enter by September 30, 2019!
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Meemic: Teachers Pay Teachers Grant
Due September 30, 2019
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Apply for a $50 grant to use exclusively with
Teachers Pay Teachers
on their online market of educator resources.
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Papoose Conservation Wildlife Foundation - Children in Nature
Due October 1, 2019
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Children in Nature Programs provide opportunities for children to explore nature or expand children’s appreciation of nature. Programs may include classroom learning but the majority of the program must take place in a natural environment. Preference is given to projects connecting children to lesser-recognized species or habitats.
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Karma for Cara Foundation Microgrant
Due October 1, 2019
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Encourage students to apply for funds up to $1,000 from K4C for service projects in their communities. Assist young leaders in executing their initiatives to help repair the world.
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Youth Service America After School Grants
Due October 4, 2019
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Grants are offered on a competitive application basis and open to any afterschool program in the United States that meets the following requirements:
- Engage at least 50 youth as volunteers in service or service-learning projects between November 2019 – May 2020;
- Submit an online impact report by May 31, 2020;
- Engage a large percentage of youth from underserved communities; and
- Focus on engaging middle and high-school aged youth.
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Art and Culture Trek Grant
Due October 18, 2019
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Michigan Youth Arts, on behalf of the Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs, is offering grants of up to $500 to Michigan K-12 schools for the transportation cost of an arts or culture related field trip.
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Study Abroad Scholarships for American High School Students
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The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is offering over a thousand merit based scholarships to high school students to study abroad for a summer or academic year. Take a moment to check out the programs that are offered by the ECA that will expand the horizons of your students by clicking
here.
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MANS is grateful for the following business who help us bring you effective and affordable services. Please click the links to visit the websites to learn more about how they can assist you.
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