Governor Mills and Dr. Shah Thank Maine Teachers https://youtu.be/S89t1M5kKb4
Click on the following link to view the Winter 2021 issue of the MSSA Newsletter: https://5il.co/pdhu
The Maine Broadband Coalition has launched a statewide “Get Up To Speed” internet speed test mapping initiative. The goal is to gather data from across the state to generate the most comprehensive map of both the presence and quality of internet in Maine to date. Click the link below to take the 1-minute test to map your own speed.
https://www.mainebroadbandcoalition.org/speedtesting-link
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion combined statement and events of the last week
https://mainedoenews.net/2020/12/11/joint-statement-of-commitment-and-support-for-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-maine-schools/
CCI Session 3 Postponed Tonight - Due to the impending rain and wind storm as well as the concern about power outages and loss of internet access across many parts of the state, Session 3 has been postponed tonight and has been rescheduled for Monday, December 14th at 6 p.m.
Registration is now open for the 47th Annual MSMA Fall Conference. Registration should be made through the Superintendent's office. We hope you can join us virtually on Oct. 30-31. #MSMAFC2020
Announcing the Cultural Competence Institute for all Maine educators – click the link below for additional information.
https://5il.co/jl4e
Secretary DeVos Awards More than $180 Million to States Rethinking K-12 Education to Better Meet Students’ Needs During Coronavirus Disruption
https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/secretary-devos-awards-more-180-million-states-rethinking-k-12-education-better-meet-students%E2%80%99-needs-during-coronavirus-disruption
PRIORITY NOTICE: Coronavirus Relief Funds Allocations, Update
https://mailchi.mp/maine/crf-allocation-update?e=2cff93feff
To Protect Health of Students & Staff, Mills Administration Provides Public Health Guidance & Financial Support to School Systems Across Maine https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/protect-health-students-staff-mills-administration-provides-public-health-guidance-financial
Support Question 1 on expanding internet on July 14
https://www.msmaweb.com/article/268893?org=msma
Working Draft: Return to Classroom Instruction Framework
https://www.maine.gov/doe/covid-19/reintegrate
Maine’s Educational Organizations Stand Together and pause to honor Juneteenth
https://5il.co/he53
We All Benefit by Responding to the 2020 Census - counting everyone in the 2020 Census can help communities receive funding for health care, education, emergency services, and more. Your Response Can Make a Difference.
https://2020census.gov/en.html?utm_campaign=20200518chc20s1ccallrs&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Mills Administration Secures WiFi & Learning Devices for 100 Percent of Maine Students Reporting a Need In Face of COVID-19’s Impacts on Schools
https://mailchi.mp/maine/media-release-maine-doe-celebrates-april-as-the-month-of-the-military-child-1321400?e=2cff93feff
PRIORITY NOTICE: USDA Pandemic EBT Program
https://mailchi.mp/maine/cu5lemq6y0-1321372?e=2cff93feff
FREE Webinar Opportunity - Coping with COVID-19: Mental Health Tips for Children and Families – May 12 at 1 pm – Registration Required
https://ww2.keenan.com/coping-with-covid-19?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=200427.K_CopingwithCOVID-19_WBN_Promo_Msg01&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_p950fsYHpv6JwTewmMrSC1EJcRKqLgzj7UgqlUDIkzdJRizu4_OaBxKoIx75M43yv24sijdklLFDRLVsXlxYDQp12eQ&_hsmi=2
PRIORITY NOTICE: Covid 19 Responsive Guidance on Graduation Ceremonies https://mailchi.mp/maine/cu5lemq6y0-1321328?e=2cff93feff
How to Support Teachers’ Emotional Needs Right Now
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_support_teachers_emotional_needs_right_now?utm_source=Greater+Good+Science+Center&utm_campaign=82289ae3b6-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_GG_Newsletter_April_30_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_5ae73e326e-82289ae3b6-50895243
Don’t Forget to Respond: 2020 Census Reminder Postcards Arriving
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USCENSUS/bulletins/28a13c5