February 3-March 1, 2009

Instructor: Joyce Weiss, Group Dynamic Specialist Training & Development LLC
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.

Event Contact: danielle@gomiem.org

Specific Outcomes: The planning for the four sessions will be shaped by the following big ideas, ways of working at the central office level, and protocols for the daily work with stakeholders.There are several big ideas that will shape this learning experience.  To understand Elmore’s concept of “reciprocal accountability” which balances accountability with support across a system. To understand the impact of generational diversity on the work in schools now and in the near futureas our demographics change and impact the way we work.

Presenter: Lynn Parrish, Howell Public Schools
This session provides an overview of the hiring process, from recruiting, interviewing, and reference checks to staff orientation and record keeping. This session takes you through the steps of setting up personnel records, handling FOIA requests, address policies and procedures by exploring employee handbooks and understanding how worker’s compensation records should be kept in the personnel file.

Event Contact: danielle@gomiem.org