November 29, 2023 Edition | |
IN THIS EDITION...Customized Professional Learning Spotlight | IEFA Institute Location Update | CRDC Training Series | Upcoming MECC Reviews | CPI Workshops | SSoM Programs Updates | NEW Montana Educator Mortgage Program | SSoM Partner Resources feat. Science Olympiad | Joke of the Week | Additional Resources | About SSoM | |
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KALISPELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School Services of Montana has partnered with Kalispell Public Schools to advance the district’s mission to engage students in personalized and diverse opportunities that empower individuals to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. During the 22-23 school year, we collaborated with district leadership to develop and facilitate a professional learning series designed to build school leader knowledge of Personalized, Competency-Based Education (PCBE). This partnership has continuing into the 2023-24 school year with SSoM working alongside KPS coaches and administrators to build capacity and advance implementation goals.
For more information about Customized Professional Learning CLICK HERE, or contact:
Genevieve Thomas, Director of Professional Learning | gthomas@mt-schools.org | 406-300-2561
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Reminder: Location Change
GALLATIN VALLEY IEFA INSTITUTE
Thursday, Nov. 30 | MSU - SUB Room 235
Friday, Dec. 1 | MSU - SUB Alumni Lounge
Please note that this event is will now take place at the Montana State University Student Union Building (SUB) at 751 Grant Street in Bozeman. It was originally slated for the Museum of the Rockies. Click here for complete event details.
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CRDC PREPARATION &
DATA MAINTENANCE
3-PART SERIES
brought to you by Mary Anne Skinner & Tammy Blanchard,
your School Services of MT Technical Support Team
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This training series is for districts that utilize Infinite Campus District Edition to set up, collect, verify, and maintain the results as they relate to the CRDC Federal Reporting Data Collection Period. This workshop series is intended for Administrators and Reporting Staff responsible for CRDC Federal Reporting. | |
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COST: $450 for SSoM Member Districts
$600 for Non-Member Districts
SCHEDULE: Dec 12 - Jan 18
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Please reach out to our Director of Infinite Campus Support Services with questions:
Mary Anne Skinner | maskinner@mt-schools.org | (406) 256-7306
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UPCOMING
MECC CURRICULUM
OVERVIEW SESSIONS
MECC Meetings & Events Calendar
MECC has already begun to review the curricular frameworks for Art, CTE, Science, and Health Enhancement. We will be working on Counseling next. We still need more people for each of these disciplines! If anyone is interested in supporting the framework development, please register for our upcoming sessions:
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Counseling | Dec 1 | Virtual | 12:30 - 3:30pm | Register
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Health Enhancement | Dec 4 | Virtual | 12:30 - 3:30pm | Register
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Counseling | Dec 6 | Virtual | 9am - 12pm | Register
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Science | Dec 13 | Virtual | 9am - 12pm | Register
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Arts & CTE | Dec 15 | Manhattan | 1pm - 3pm | Register
For information about MECC and becoming a MECC member district, please contact:
Jake Chipps | Director of Curriculum & Assessment | jchipps@mt-schools.org | (818) 481-6788
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School Services of Montana
CRISIS PREVENTION / INTERVENTION NEWS
Do you have staff in need of CPI Training? Or a Refresher Class to renew your certification? Our Workshops are available to ALL school or child-based organizations in Montana at deeply discounted rates, and SSoM member districts receive an additional discount! We also offer districts who host workshops one FREE registration, plus the convenience of holding the workshop at your location.
Click HERE for details, or contact our Certified CPI Workshop Instructor:
Melissa Rosenstein | mrosenstein@mt-schools.org | (406) 209-0455
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CUSTOMIZED PROFESSIONAL LEARNING | Details
SSoM provides PD customized to the needs of your staff and students, both in-person & online, and will work with you to create a plan that fits your needs. Contact us for pricing, member discounts, and multi-day contract discounts!
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MECC CURRICULUM CONSORTIUM | Details
NEW PAGE UPDATES include the 23-24 Meetings & Events Calendar, 7-Year Curriculum Review Cycle, and Curricular Frameworks. Click the details link for more info.
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Upcoming December Reviews: Counseling | HE | Science | Arts & CTE
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Program Contact: Jake Chipps | jchipps@mt-schools.org | (818) 481-6788
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CO-OP FOOD PROGRAM | 23-24 SY Details
This program features FREE ACCESS to ALL Montana Schools, county / state / private child-based educational organizations, early childhood learning centers, and after school programs. Join at any time during the school year!
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Exclusive Savings for Opt-in Districts: Copy Paper @ $39.99 / 10-ream case DELIVERED
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NEW Grant Details: USDA FNS Healthy Meals Incentives (HMI) for Schools Initiative!
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Program Contact: Jennifer Brekke | jbrekke@mt-schools.org | (406) 580-7547
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MEDICAID BILLING PROGRAM | Details
Over 900 providers currently log services online in the SSoM Service Portal, and our program serves students from 105 Montana districts! Click the details link for more info.
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ZOOM Training now available for providers using the Service Portal!
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Medicaid Service Portal Newsletter November 2023 Edition
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Program Contact: Lisa Waterman | Lwaterman@mt-schools.org | (406) 272-0073
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INFINITE CAMPUS SUPPORT | Details
You can make the switch to SSoM Infinite Campus Support at any time during the school year and your support fees will not increase! Our dedicated support team works closely with OPI and understands Montana District SIS needs.
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State Reporting Resources: data collection schedules, steps to success, & TEAMS tips
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IC YES Series PD: Jan 9 - 10 | Feb 6 - 7 | Mar 6 & 20 | April 2 - 3 | May 7 - 8
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Program Contact: Mary Anne Skinner | maskinner@mt-schools.org | (406) 256-7306
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MONTANA EDUCATOR OPPORTUNITY | |
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SAVINGS FOR HEROES PROGRAM
by MANN MORTGAGE - BOZEMAN
Don’t let down payment stand in your way of owning a home!
Are you a teacher or employee serving in a public or private school? Mann Mortgage - Bozeman would like to say “thank you” with our Savings for Heroes Program that can provided 100% financing. Click here to apply | Program flyer to share
PROGRAM FEATURES
Up to 5% Assistance | No Income Limits | No First-Time Buyer Requirement | Provides 3.5% of the Purchase Price to cover down Payment | Up to $1,700 for your Appraisal
CONTACT: Millie Berger, Mortgage Advisor | cell (406) 220-0799 | millie.berger@mannmortgage.com
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SSoM PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES | |
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The Science Olympiad is among the largest STEM competitions in Montana, with more than 1,200 middle and high school students participating in STEM events including life sciences, chemistry, engineering and more. Schools register as a team, with pairs or trios of students competing in individual events. Students can earn medals in events, and the school with the highest cumulative score wins the state championship. The state champions are eligible to compete at the national tournament, hosted next spring at Michigan State University.
To see this year’s tournament events and learn more, visit Montana Science Olympiad.
For more information, contact mtscioly@montana.edu or (406) 994-7476.
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COLLABORATIVE CLASSROOM
* NEW RESOURCES *
Upcoming Events | On-Demand Webinars
SEL: Caring School Community (K-8) Program
EXPLORE PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
Still Learning: Strengthening Professional and Organizational Capacity with Allison Rodman
December 7 | 2pm MST | 1 hour | Register
Join us for a webinar with author Allison Rodman about creating and sustaining learning organizations by integrating approaches from her book.
WHITE PAPER
Surrounding Teachers with a System of Support
This white paper summarizes the latest research on how teachers learn best and which professional learning structures are most effective. Download the White Paper
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DEPT OF EDUCATION RELEASES 2020-21 CIVIL RIGHTS DATA
The data shows that large disparities continue to exist for access to advanced academic courses, certified teachers, and school mental health professionals, for students of color and students with disabilities. The data also reports on school discipline, sexual violence, and harassment and bullying. Dive into the data here.
2020-21 CRDC Reports and Snapshots: include an Overview, Student Discipline & School Climate, Bullying, and Student Enrollment & School Characteristics, and more
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ABOUT SCHOOL SERVICES of MONTANA | |
OUR MISSION
School Services of Montana commits to providing equitable support and services designed to leverage school resources, enhance curriculum and instruction, and offer economically sustainable solutions. Through collaboration with government, public, and local entities, SSoM provides personalized, innovative programs to empower and connect Montana’s diverse school communities.
SSoM Members educate nearly 60,000 students across the state. Membership is open to all K-12 school districts, public or private, and education-based organizations primarily serving Montana’s youth. While membership is not required to participate in the vast majority of SSoM programs and services, membership does have its perks. Click here : )
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