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ASCD Board of Directors Meeting
February 20, 2004
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE:
Sara Shubel, Ilene MacDonald, Patricia McNeill, Olga Moir,
Jan VanGasse, Karen Mlcek (via phone connection), Mary Ellen
Bluem, Charlotte Koger, Kathy Griffey, Lucy Stieber, Judith
Dorsch backes, Patti McLaughlin, Narda Murphy, Shereen Arraf
(via phone), Marie Neil, James Perry, Judy Schaftenaar, William
Bushaw, Tim Bennett.
Mi MAP-BETTY UNDERWOOD (from MDE)
Developed specifically for Michigan's high priority schools
experiencing steep learning curves about how to improve student
achievement. It drew from experiences of 13 veteran teachers/principals
who spent two years as MDE Partner Educators.
Will be available for fall, 2004. No cost to high priority
schools. Cost for the materials is approximately $85. The
desire is to have an individual work with a building/building
principal to see that the kit includes, as opposed to just
dropping it off and having the principal put it on a shelf.
Judy Schaftenaar encouraged collaboration with Cheryl Poole
for the professional development. She also mentioned MSDC
as a possible partner. Patti McLaughlin encouraged collaboration
with NCA so that there were not too many voices talking to
a building/staff. Ilene MacDonald asked how it fit with MI-PLAN.
Betty explained that they were working on the connection between
the two. It was being addressed at this time.
Olga mentioned that Betty was a very busy person and that
she serves on many committees. Betty is working on the GLCE
committee.
Marie Neil asked Betty about the rollout for the GLCEs.
Betty confirmed that March 30th would be the rollout date.
Marie commented that it was widely felt that the cost of the
March 30th conference was excessive ($150). Betty said that
it was being done in cooperation with Michigan State and that
it was the focus of an already planned program. Participants
will receive copies of the GLCEs.
Meeting reconvened at 10:10. Corrections were made to the
spelling of Pat Pogee, Stuart Rankin and Yvonne Camal-Canul.
Charlotte moved to acccept the minutes. James Perry seconded
the motion. Unanimous.
Pat presented the Treasurer's report. $ checking. $ savings
$ Merrill-Lynch. Not much activity this month. Membership
separated between those that came in nationally as opposed
to statewide. Have not yet received monies from workshops
we have been holding. Last workshop is March 16th. In expenses,
we decided that we are not doing a reception at the ASCD Convention
in New Orleans. Cost was a factor as well as the lack of revenue
(contributions) for the event. There was also a lack of information
regarding how many Michigan folks are attending. Since ASCD
is hosting a Bayou Bash, Michigan will have its banner at
the event so that there is a Michigan presence. The goal for
$57,000 in membership is about 50% at this time. When the
national collects the membership dues, they keep 50 cents.
Marie Neil expressed concern about the time of the year and
the fact that we are so far away from our goal. Ilene MacDonald
said that she was embarrassed to report that her membership
had lapsed. Several other members echoed the same. That will
probably impact the membership renewal. James told everyone
not to worry about it.
Many people are opting for the national membership/state membership
model. If there is an incongruency between the renewal dates
of the national and state memberships, James said not to worry.
He said that the national takes care of that.
Sara made an addition to the agenda. Judy Dorsch-Backes
presented a video that was produced by Mcomb ISD called, "Making
the Grade". The video was the idea of Macomb ISD Asst.
Superintendent Gayle Green. The purpose of the video is be
a conversation starter. It presents the big picture of Education
YES!, NCLB, Adequate Yearly Progress (subgroups, etc.). It
might be used for a parent meeting, staff meeting. Depending
upon the group, the video gives the sense of the big picture
and then the facilitator can focus on a particular topic.
Rich Make (sp) narrates the presentation. Judy brought copies
of the video for sale. Cost is $15. Attendees could take a
copy and follow up with a P.O.
Committees provided their reports:
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
Tim Bennett provided the repotl. He said that the group had
an epiphany. The group looked at the pieces of the newsletter.
As they looked at it, the large bulk of it should be on the
website. There is duplication of things that are or should
be on the website. Last meeting, there was also a request
for "Ask the Expert", a regional report, local district
curriulum report. So now, there is consideration that occasional
emails be sent that include some highlights that can be explored
on the website. Marie Neil also talked about the timeliness
issues that are also present when we deal with a printed copy.
Judy Dorsch-Backes said that one of the functions of the website
is to filter information.
INFLUENCE COMMITTEE
Charlotte Koger provided the report. She said that there were
scripters at the February 5th workshop. Regarding "Influence",
the group was going to look at how to revise, beef-up the
"Influence" packet.
The committee would be creating a flyer to be used with legislators,,
other groups, etc.
The flyer would include a section called, "Positions".
The committee is going to divide up the categories within
"Positions". Position categories are curriculum,
instruction and assessment (alignment embedded in the three
categories). They are going to decide on them, work on completing
them. They will bring to the whole group the results of their
work. The group will keep information as back up information.
It would be a more detailed set of materials for individuals
to use as they make presentations on behalf of Michigan ASCD.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The group continued working on two different initiatives.
Lucy Stieber shared information regarding the workshop on
"subgroups" as they relate to AYP that was drafted
by Shereen Tabrizi Arraf. This workshop would be in August
(due to the planning needed).
Curriculum Cliff Notes is the other workshop for June 22
that will be addressing the basics for curriculum personnel.
This would be the first in a continuing series.
Shareen spoke with the group about the subgroup workshop.
She explained that the workshop would also have a keynote
and then breakout sessions. The committee stressed that the
presence of individuals of color (minorities) as well as those
respresenting special education subgroups. Shareen also suggested
that panels be considered as a possible format for the break-out
sessions.
The possibility of bringing in a national speaker from ASCD
to speak on diverse learners. This could be a keynote or luncheon
speaker.
The group will meet on Friday, March 5, 2004 from 9-11 to
discuss further.
PRESIDENT'S REPORT/ACTION ITEMS
Sara asked for someone to volunteer at ASCD. No one offered.
Sara said that the Executive Committee met on February 2,
2004. Sara shared that 225 people attended. Scripters were
in attendance at all sessions to put on the website.
Olga talked about the March 4, 2004 conference featuring
Bob Marzano.
PAST-PRESIDENT'S REPORT
Nancy was absent-no report
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT/ACTION ITEMS
Olga spoke about the task of creating a slate of candidiates.
Ilene MacDonald will be in charge of that task. Marie asked
if we were going to do "single slate" again. Sara
said that if we had a lot of interest we could have two candidates
for each position. Jim wants to have two candidates. Jan Van
Gasse remembered that there were hard feelings in the past.
Lucy said that if we are looking for regional representation,
that it doesn't need to be competitive. Marie said that it
took her three times to run as presdent. She thought hard
about not running the third time. The most important piece
is to find someone who is committed. It is such a large time
commitment. The organization for which the individual works
also has to be willing to expend the release time (and dollars
for mileage). Sara really liked being able to have a conversation
with individuals about being a part of the group and how valuable
their participation is. The help from the office staff in
the MELG building is invaluable.
Marie moved that we have a single slate. It was seconded
by Jim Perry. In discussion, Judy Schaftenaar didn't disagree
with that, but wanted to stress the need for diversity and
encouragement that efforts be made to work toward a diverse
board. Marie also said that we should look for individuals
from local districts (so many are ISD people). Unanimously
approved.
Individuals are asked to email Ilene with ideas. The following
positions need to be filled:
President-Elect (currently held by Ilene
MacDonald
Secretary (presently held by Linda Vander
Jagt)
Region 3 (currently held by Dave Buell-he
was appointed when Linda became secretary)
Region 7 (currently held by Kathy Griffey)
Region 9 (currently held by Judy Backes. This will automatically
be filled by Patti McLaughlin because she was elected last
year in a ballot mix-up)
Region 10 (currently held by Juanita Clay
Chambers, although she does not attend)
Olga mentioned that Pat McNeill will serve as Michigan ASCD's
committee member on Ed Roeber's committee.
MDE has a working committee for the GLCE rollout. Olga met
with them.
Olga mentioned that Sara, Olga and Ilene will be attending
the ASCD Leadership Training in Washington D.C.
Three new liaisons:
Ed Roeber
Yvonn Camal-Canul
Harmon Beekman
Stuart Rankin reported to Olga that the committee we helped
form is up and working.
Judy Dorsch-Backes reported that a group got together after
the February 5th workshop. Members brought samples of documents
that they created regarding Highly Qualified Teachers.
Olga also talked about the current discussion about ISDs
and the current turmoil. She volunteered to testify on their
worth.
Olga also talked about the continuing discussion about the
possibility of changing to the ACT. MDE is very much against
it. The Education Alliance is still working on this issue.
LIAISON REPORT
Tim Bennett left early, but gave his Student Chapter report
to Sara Shubel. She stated that the Student Chapter has a
meeting scheduled for February 28, 2004. They provided a thank
you note for Michigan ASCD's financial support for their upcoming
conference.
Judy Schaftenaar reported on Middle Cities (33 districts).
She talked about the the task force concept and their importance.
Her example was of the ACT vs. MEAP. Middle Cities took a
stand (after the committee studied it) that three issues need
to be addressed before the Education Alliance considers eliminating
the MEAP. Judy shared that this type of study group concept
be considered for Michigan ASCD. Olga explained that she has
used the listserv to address this. The example she used was
the request that Michigan Virtual High School made for Olga
to help them with curriculum issues. She told them that she
was very busy but would put out the call. After placing it
on the listserv, she received 21 names that she passed onto
Mi Virtual High School.
A motion was made to adjourn at 1:23 by Judy Dorsch Backes
and seconded by Jan Van Gasse. Motion unanimously passed.
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