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May 25, 2007
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Speaking of Leading
“Ultimately, I just see myself as a lead teacher. My primary goal is to support everyone in stretching their potential, including community leaders who are looking to better the community as a whole.”
–Marsha Wells, superintendent of Grand Ledge public Schools in the Kalamazoo Gazette 5.5.07 about her role as a superintendent.

Momentum is building for the May 29 Rally to Save Our Services!
Take time now, before the holiday weekend, to contact people and get their commitment to be at the Calder Plaza by 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 29. Now, with free parking, there's no excuse not to come! Print Rally Flyer (in Spanish)

May is Asthma Awareness Month.
Checkout AASA’s Powerful Practices: A Checklist for School Districts Addressing the Needs of Students with Asthma (PDF) document.  This is a very informative tool to assist school districts who are addressing the needs of students with asthma.

Dollars and $ense -
 MASA partner offers money-saving professional development

Dollars and SenseFor a cost of $589.00, district leaders can provide every teacher in their district a web-based workshop. eSeminars are web-based sessions teachers can access from their desktop, whenever convenient for them. More...>

Outstanding School PR Sought for Leadership through Communication Award
Winning District to Receive $10,000
Don't Delay: Entry is free, but deadline is Aug. 3. More>

Highlighted Services -
 Legislative Updates and Action Network

Legislative Action NetworkThe 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!

Michigan Virtual University® chooses new learning management system for its Michigan LearnPort®
The new LMS for Michigan’s K-12 education community is easier to use, easier to upgrade and offers Web 2.0 enhancements. More>

SET SEGSEG Self-Insurer Workers’ Compensation Fund seeking $8 million premium reduction for members
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