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Feb 23 , 2007
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Speaking of Leading
“This is no way to do business. My hope is that this brings the terrible issue to the forefront so the public sees what's happening.”
- William Coale, superintendent of Western School District, in the Jackson Citizen Patriot 2.16.07 regarding budget battles between the Governor and the Senate.

""What They Want: Superintendent Recruiters Seek Leadership, Communication and Motivation Skills
Communication skills rank high on the list of key characteristics search firms look for when evaluating superintendent candidates, according to research conducted by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA)... More>

""Heading Off Labor Pains (Bargaining Workshop)
MIEM is pleased to announce our first webinar on labor negotiations. We have an all-star cast and hard-hitting, helpful topics… plus time for you to get your questions answered live... More>

Highlighted Services -
 Legislative Updates and Action Network

The MASA Legislative Action Center quickly and easily connects members to key legislators and media outlets across Michigan. When hot issues arise, MASA members get timely updates and easy-to-take action plans that let their voices be heard, in Lansing, Washington D.C. and in their local media.

This is an especially good time to try out the Legislative Action Center. It’s currently packed with talking tips and resources to communicate with your legislators about Michigan ’s school funding structure. Michigan is facing a pivotal time in its history; now is the time to add your voice!

Internationalizing Education
Given the ever-increasing tendency of knowledge, goods, and jobs to flow freely across borders and around the globe, it is essential that Michigan educators understand the challenges and opportunities for which they must prepare their students... More>

Len RezmierskiRezmierski named President
Other appointments to the Executive Board include Vaughn named President-elect, Curtis Finch and Marsha Wells named Executive Board Directors... More>

McRELSchool District Leadership that Works: The Effect of Superintendent Leadership on Student Achievement
Interested in learning more about the MCREL research on the effects of superintendent leadership on student achievement that Brian McNulty introduced at Fall Conference? More>

SET SEGEducational workshops available for HSA and HRA users
SET believes in empowering its subscribers with the tools to become better health care consumers. Many Michigan school districts have enrolled their employees in the cost-effective Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) Flexible Blue 2 plan and Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) offered by SET. More>

 

 

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