Important Updates

2022-2023 Nonpublic School Membership Report is Now Open

The 2022-2023 Nonpublic School Membership Report is now open and available in the NexSys system.

MDE has extended the deadline for submission to November 15, 2022. It is important that you read carefully each of the pages associated with the application.

Click Here for a PowerPoint that walks you through the process.

If you have questions about access or problems with the application in NexSys, please contact MEGS+.

A New IDEA in the Great Lakes State

MANS is pleased to partner with ADAC to offer training and consultations on Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) services in Michigan. ADAC is currently doing similar research and training across the country. IDEA provides federally funded special education services to nonpublic school students with learning differences.

Why do the training?

• Empower private school leaders about IDEA and how it is to effectively function. There are many nuances to the law which have implications for school leaders accessing their schools' equitable IDEA services.
• Collect field data to use to identify systemic issues. ADAC has found training sessions to be very helpful with assisting in identifying systemic issues in the field. For example, in CA that some districts were using proportionate share funding to pay for their child find activities, which is a violation of the law.
• Identify districts to accompany school leaders to consultation meetings. ADAC attendance at local consultation meetings provides additional field data which is so helpful.

In Michigan, the training will also include the Auxiliary Services law and how it interacts with IDEA. 

Subsequent to the training, ADAC will: 

• Implement the school leaders IDEA survey; 
• Attend targeted consultation meetings; and 
• Compile a report using the state's and school-based IDEA data along with our field experience. The report will summarize key systemic issues and provide solutions. 

Come to one of three FREE trainings with ADAC to learn more. Each training will be offered from 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM. with light refreshments for breakfast along with lunch. These trainings will:

Join us on one of the dates below:

• November 28, 2022: Kalamazoo Regional Education Service Agency – Kalamazoo
• November 29, 2022: Michigan Catholic Conference or Diocese of Lansing (depending on attendance) – Lansing
• November 30, 2022: Sacred Heart Major Seminary – Detroit

Click here to Reserve your Seat

99h Robotics Grant Application Deadline to Apply October 31!

The 2022-23 99h robotics grant application is now available in NexSys and will close on October 31, 2022, at 4:30 p.m.

The total award for the 2022-23 FY is $600,000 for nonpublic schools.

Click here to Learn More

EANS II - Deadline to Apply November 15!

If your school is eligible to participate in the Economic Assistance for Nonpublic Schools (EANS) that was part of the American Rescue Plan (ARP), you should have received notice from the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) that the application process has opened. In order to be eligible your school had to have reported a low income population of 20.1% or higher in the original EANS I application process. The deadline to apply for these funds is November 15, 2022.

This link will take you to the most recent guidance from the United States Department of Education (USDE).

This document created by MANS shows examples that nonpublic schools successfully applied for in EANS I.

MANS Education Conference & Expo - November 3 & 4, 2022

We are just days away from the 2022 MANS Conference and Expo. Conference and special event options are filling up fast! Don't miss your chance to connect with nearly 2,000 faith-based colleagues from across the state.

The Conference and Expo this year contains so much more than great keynote addresses and sessions. Learn more about all of the extras we have planned for you below.

Online registration is now closed. To register on Thursday, please go the the registration booth.

MANS Needs YOU! The MANS Education Conference operates on volunteer energy! Please consider volunteering two hours during your time in Lansing. In return, you'll receive countless thank you's and a fancy limited edition volunteer t-shirt. Click here for the volunteer sign up form.

Mobile App Launches Early Next Week!

• Mobile App: Hang on! It's coming! Look for an email early next week with instructions.
• SCECHs have been approved; depending on the sessions you choose (faith-based sessions are not SCECH eligible), you may earn up to 10.25 SCECHs for this event. You will track SCECHs using the mobile app. 

Construction!

Leave early in order to arrive on time! There is a lot of construction in the Lansing area. Please refer to this map to help you plan your route into downtown Lansing.

Look for the new two way streets in downtown Lansing including Capitol Avenue, Grand, Walnut and Pine!

ESEA Equitable Services Presentation

The ONPE ESEA webpage hosts a variety of resources, including non-regulatory guidance, policy documents, and webinar recordings. They rcently added a new resource, the ESEA Equitable Services 101 PowerPoint presentation, which was created to provide a basic overview of the ESEA equitable services requirements. This presentation is for anyone seeking to gain knowledge or enhance their understanding of the ESEA equitable services requirements. We encourage you to review this, and all the resources, available on the ONPE webpage.

U.S. Department of State Fully Funded Study Abroad Programs for High School Students

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) provides more than 1,000 merit-based fully-funded opportunities for U.S. high school students to study abroad for a summer or an academic year in more than 25 countries. These exchange programs prepare young Americans to succeed in the 21^st century’s global economy by developing their foreign language skills, increasing their cross-cultural understanding, strengthening their confidence and leadership capacity, and fostering new academic insights and ambitions.  

Gov. Whitmer Continues Work of Michigan Parents’ Council with Launch of First-Ever MI Parent Survey

Governor Gretchen Whitmer continues her work on the Michigan Parents’ Council by launching the state’s first MI Parent Survey. The survey is intended to bring the parent perspective into education policy decisions and help Michigan kids learn in person as students get back on track for long term success.

Parents may complete the survey online through Monday, October 31 by clicking here.

National Partners

Youth Virtues, Valor, and Vision Awards

The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) has opened the nomination process for the 2022 – 2023 Youth Virtues, Valor and Vision Awards.

This award recognizes students in elementary and secondary schools who through selfless service, determination, innovation and ideals are changing the world while bearing witness to their Catholic faith. The YVVV Awards are sponsored by Archangel Education + Technology.

Nominate the student who embodies the standards of personal conduct and public service through their faith, leadership and service to others. The deadline for nominations is December 2, 2022. Notifications will be made by end of December.

Click here to email NCEA for additional information.

Professional Learning Opportunity

VAI's K-12 New Teacher Network - Free

Teachers are among a school’s most precious and valuable resources — so let's set them up for success! Introducing VAI's K-12 New Teacher Network, an innovative PD program that brings new teachers together in a supportive network with individualized guidance so they can thrive in their new roles. Free for the 2022-2023 school year. Give your new teachers a network of other educators who, like them, are braving this career for the first time. 

Click Here to Learn More 

Meemic PopIn2Win Monthly Grant

September 2022 PopIn2Win Award: $50 Teachers Pay Teachers e-gift card.

You love the classroom funding assistance you get from grants...but hate all those darn questions you have to complete to apply for funding. And you just don't have the time it takes to complete some of these grant applications. It sounds like you want a grant that's not a grant!

Click here for more information and to nominate yourself!

You can find your local Meemic Agent’s contact information at Meemic.com/Agent or send an inquiry email to Appreciation@Meemic.com with your school’s contact information. 

Invest Your EANS Funds Wisely! Catapult Learning Can Help!

Have EANS funds to spend? Invest them in research-based solutions and services that are proven to reduce learning loss, support your students and families, and assist your school leaders and teachers. Catapult Learning offers programs such as:

• Reading & Math Intervention
• Accelerated Learning
• High-Dosage Tutoring
• Coaching & Professional Development
• STEM & Robotics Enrichment
• Life Skills & Mindfulness
• Family Counseling & Services
• Summer Learning
• And more!

Best of all, our programs can be customized to fit the unique needs of your school. Click here to learn more about EANS funding and how Catapult Learning can help you invest in your students.