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| THE MIEM CONNECTION Brought to you by: Michigan Institute for Educational Management |
August 2010 Volume 6 Number 8 |
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Don't Miss Out–Renew Now! |
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The earlier you renew your membership, the more opportunity you have to win a 1-day registration for a MIEM event. Only memberships submitted by August 31, 2010 will be eligible. A drawing will be held each month beginning in June through December 31, 2010. Our July Winner Is: Buckley Community Schools As a member, you also receive these added benefits:
Renewing your membership is easy. Fax the membership form to 517/327-0771, or mail it to: MIEM, 1001 Centennial Way, Suite 300, Lansing, MI 48917. Renew by August 31, 2010 to ensure you get your discount. Once membership is paid, your district will receive the special membership registration rate. We cannot retroactively reimburse for member registration rates. Sincerely, |
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| If Not Now - When? Certification Takes You to the Next Level | |
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Registration is now open for the 2010- 2011 year. Certification is for business officials in their first one to five years of employment. If you have more than five years of school experience a waiver of classes may be made through grandparenting. Documents to get started can be found on MIEM's website. If you have questions or would like more information, contact Courtney Byam or Debbie Kopkau. |
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Kick Off Your Certification |
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Get an understanding of the major functions of school business officials, how to survive the personal and professional politics of your job, and learn how the Michigan Department of Education and the Michigan Legislature affect education. This is a great opportunity to begin the learning process for new staff or to begin prepping existing staff for greater responsibility. It’s also a great refresher for “veterans” who want a basic review of information. This conference is a required class for certification in the following tracks: Chief Financial Officer, Business Office Manager, School Payroll Specialist, Business Office Specialist and Human Resource Specialist. 1.3 SB-CEUs can be earned. View the agenda & register today! |
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| Future by Design – You Be the Architect | |
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Future by Design. No one knows the future, but there is a sense that things are changing faster than ever. We must keep moving forward with new ideas and innovative programs and practices. Sharing and learning together is essential to success. This conference provides a unique opportunity to refresh and inspire. You CAN design your future. Be the Architect–Learn how at the 12th Annual Facilities/Operations Director Conference. Overnight Accommodations Earn credit toward MSBO certification for initial and maintenance status. |
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| Support Staff Conference: Leadership in All Directions | |
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24th Annual Support Staff Conference for Administrative Professionals Keynote Presentations
Members: $195; Non-Members: $235 *If you are a MIEM member and register before Monday, October 18, 2010 you will receive a $25 discount on the registration fee. One Day Pricing will be offered. Members: $140; Non-Members: $175. A $10 discount will apply to members on one-day registrations before October 18, 2010. Earn credit toward SAPC certification for initial and maintenance status. Overnight Accommodations: The Amway Grand Plaza Hotel is offering rooms at a special rate, $126 single/double. Identify yourself with MIEM by October 18, 2010 to take advantage of the special rate. After October 18, reservations will be accepted on a space available basis. Call 1-800-253-3590. Registration will be available September 15 on the MIEM website. |
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| September 2010 Events...Register Now! | |
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Experienced Curriculum Leaders (Regions 4,5,9,10) Experienced Curriculum Leaders (Regions 1,2) Experienced Curriculum Leaders (Regions 3,6,7,8) Annual Homeless Education Conference SB-CEUs |
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© 2010 MIEM, 1001 Centennial Way, Suite 300 Lansing, Michigan 48917 • Ph: 517.327.2589 • Fax: 517.327.0771 |
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We know that the challenges you face as members of school communities are significant. The Michigan Institute of Educational Management (MIEM) is here to help you face those challenges by providing programming that you can’t get anywhere else. MIEM provides you, and your staff, with the most current and important information on crucial topics affecting education in Michigan.
We know that change is inevitable. Michigan faces incredible economic challenges, which are having a huge impact on our schools. What hasn’t changed is the value that you get by achieving a MSBO certification.
This conference takes many certification classes and rolls them into an information-packed, two-day event!
12th Annual Facilities/Operations Director Conference
Sam Glenn–Opening Keynote Presentation–A Kick in the Attitude
Brian Blasko–Closing Keynote Presentation–Cruisin’ Through Life at 35 MPH