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October 2020
Superintendent Network
This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. The Blueprint Superintendent Network is designed for district leaders (superintendents or superintendent's designee only) who are using the Blueprint Framework to build and sustain systems and routines. Leaders will gain insights by networking with other superintendents from across Michigan. Leaders will have opportunities to explore timely topics, engage in the practical application of learning, collaboratively problem-solve around barriers, and celebrate successes. Dates scheduled in the 2020-2021 series: (Register for each session separately) October…
Find out more »Collaborative Partner Meeting (ISD Partners/MDE) – Virtual
This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. This series is intended to provide information, support, and training for ISDs/ESAs working with Title I CSI, TSI, and ATSI Schools. It is also an opportunity for MDE to provide updates on the Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP). Tentative Schedule - 9am-12am. Via Zoom There are four Collaborative Partner meetings scheduled for the 2020-2021 school year. Register for each session separately. October 5, 2020 - Virtual via Zoom November 13, 2020…
Find out more »Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom
Changing Minds to Address Poverty in the Classroom is based on the work of Eric Jensen, this course provides background on the effect living in poverty has on students’ brains and their learning in the classroom. The course moves beyond the theory and provides practical classroom strategies that enrich the learning environment and increase the likelihood of success for students living in poverty. Participants will explore seven essential mindsets shown to positively impact student learning. This course provides strategies and…
Find out more »Collaborative Learning Cycle
Powerful data conversations can lead to powerful changes in instruction and dramatic improvement in student achievement. This online course focuses on what an effective data conversation looks like using Wellman and Lipton’s Collaborative Learning Cycle as well as how to facilitate these important conversations. Essential questions include: What are the attributes of high performing groups? What is the Collaborative Learning Cycle? How do we explore data using the Collaborative Learning Cycle? How do we use the Collaborative Learning Cycle as…
Find out more »The Mechanics of Building Leadership
The Mechanics of Building Leadership (MBL) is an interactive online course designed for building leaders who desire to develop the skills and competencies necessary to effectively lead their learning organization. The course will explore what it means to be an instructional leader within the context of systemic reconfiguration by exploring the skills, strategies, and competencies that have a direct impact on achievement. Participants will engage in the process of developing a personal Blueprint Leader Vision by focusing on: Blueprint Leadership…
Find out more »Teacher Collaborative Routines
This course consists of several modules designed to develop a theoretical understanding of each practice of teacher collaborative routines as defined in the Blueprint systems framework Evidence of Practice. This course will provide not only the research supporting collaborative best practices, but it will also provide practical support and examples that will enable teachers to move from theory to impactful and sustainable collaborative routines. Participants will explore the purpose, the practices, and the steps necessary to: effectively engage in routines…
Find out more »Educational Improvement Through Systems
*New course* This course will address a variety of ideas around how systems in classrooms, schools, and districts support continuous improvement. This course is designed to help you learn about systems by examining a case study, and looking at examples of systems from your daily life and your experiences in schools. SCECH Hours - 5 This is a self-paced, online course with support from a Statewide Field Team instructor.
Find out more »November 2020
Leadership Network – Central Office & Building Principals
This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. The Leadership Network - Central Office & Building Principals is designed for district leaders and their ISD/ESA, MDE, and SWFT partners to further extend their understanding around the Leadership Network in the Blueprint Framework. Leaders will gain insights by networking with other district leaders from across Michigan. Leaders will have opportunities to explore timely topics, engage in practical application of learning, collaboratively problem-solve around barriers, and celebrate successes. Dates scheduled in the…
Find out more »Collaborative Partner Meeting (ISD Partners/MDE) – Virtual
This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. This series is intended to provide information, support, and training for ISDs/ESAs working with Title I CSI, TSI, and ATSI Schools. It is also an opportunity for MDE to provide updates on the Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP). Tentative Schedule - 9am-12am. Via Zoom There are four Collaborative Partner meetings scheduled for the 2020-2021 school year. Register for each session separately. October 5, 2020 - Virtual via Zoom November 13, 2020…
Find out more »Blueprint Systems / ISD North/West Region Support Network
This regionalized networking opportunity is structured to provide continuous learning and ongoing contextualized support to ISD/ESA colleagues across the northern and western regions of the state who are engaged in supporting districts in the development of a systematic approach to the continuous improvement process. Participants will have an opportunity to collaborate and problem solve systemic barriers, pose possible solutions, and present support strategies that help district teams engaged in focused actions while making intentional connections between the MDE's MICIP Model…
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