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
Click on the following link to view the April/May 2020 issue of the MSSA Newsletter: https://5il.co/ftse
PRIORITY NOTICE: Pending Guidance for Decision Making https://us2.campaign-archive.com/?e=&u=a582edd6473e477ef6307c769&id=e08e70d317
Don’t Forget to Respond: 2020 Census Reminder Postcards Arriving
https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2020/reminder-postcards.html?utm_campaign=20200427msc20s1ccnwsrs&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Click the link below for tips for School Board members to look and sound your best online during remote meetings https://5il.co/fgez
Center for Safe Schools COVID-19 Webinar - Navigating Virtual Education -- with Calm, Connectedness and Compassion Roundtable Discussion Bios - https://5il.co/fd2n Roundtable Discussion Overview - https://5il.co/fd2o
Please take time to complete the 2020 Census Survey. So important for schools, local and state agencies to have a Complete Count for Maine.
Your Response Today Can Shape Your Future
The 2020 Census is underway. Over 70 million households have responded to date, representing 48.1% of all households in America. Make sure that you and your friends and family are included in this once-a-decade count.
https://2020census.gov/?utm_campaign=20200413chc20s1ccallrs&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
How Census Data Help the Nation Respond to Disasters https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2020/04/how-census-data-help-the-nation-respond-to-disasters.html
Cyberbullying Is On The Rise During The Coronavirus Pandemic
https://www.digitaltrends.com/news/coronavirus-cyberbullying-distance-learning/
PRIORITY NOTICE: Unified Guidance Regarding Executive Orders and School Personnel: All School Services and Employees are Essential
https://us2.campaign-archive.com/?e=&u=a582edd6473e477ef6307c769&id=169f6e9329
Update from Commissioner Makin 3-27-20
https://mailchi.mp/maine/cu5lemq6y0-1321000?e=ebadcd071b
Superintendent Eric Waddell's Virtual Learning Message
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZX8F_U6H1Co&feature=youtu.be
Video Message From Commissioner Makin Regarding Pandemic: March 22, 2020
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF562moq1yY&feature=youtu.be
Guidance from CDC for School-Based Operations
https://mainedoenews.net/2020/03/19/guidance-from-cdc-for-school-based-operations/
Proposed Rulemaking for Rule Chapter 112
https://mailchi.mp/maine/cu5lemq6y0-1320899?e=2cff93feff
Why Outbreaks like Coronavirus Spread Exponentially and How to "Flatten the Curve"
https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/world/corona-simulator/
DOE Commissioner’s Message to the Field https://mailchi.mp/maine/cu5lemq6y0-1320895?e=2cff93feff
Governor Mills, Maine Congressional Delegation Convene Call on COVID-19
https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/governor-mills-maine-congressional-delegation-convene-call-covid-19-2020-03-19
Governor Mills Takes Further Steps to Respond to COVID-19, Protect Health and Safety of Maine People
https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/governor-mills-takes-further-steps-respond-covid-19-protect-health-and-safety-maine-people
Governor Mills, Legislature Spearhead Emergency Legislative Package to Respond to COVID-19
https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/governor-mills-legislature-spearhead-emergency-legislative-package-respond-covid-19-2020-03-17
As COVID-19 spreads throughout the country, more schools are canceling classes and shifting their in-person instructional time online. Many teachers are now trying to understand the ins-and-outs of distance learning. The good news is: help is available! Many companies are offering teachers and schools access to their online platforms for free for the duration of their closure. The Center for Safe Schools has put together a list of free online resources.
This list can be accessed here: https://schoolchoiceweek.com/37-free-online-resources-for-schools-shifting-online-during-coronavirus/
Coronavirus and school closures - the importance of social distancing. Linked below is an article from Ariadne Labs on the benefits of social distancing.
https://5il.co/dtoi
Please click the link below to read the priority notice from Commission Makin regarding the close of schools due to COVID-19.
https://www.maine.gov/doe/covid-19/closeofschools
Governor Announces Significant Recommendations & Signs Civil Emergency Proclamation to Respond to COVID-19 in Maine
https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/governor-announces-significant-recommendations-signs-civil-emergency-proclamation-respond
The most up-to-date information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources for Schools can be found on the Maine DOE website. Under "Important Links" you can also find a webinar with guidance for schools.
https://www.maine.gov/doe/covid-19
RSU 13 Superintendent John McDonald and Curriculum Coordinator Steffany Tribou discuss Rockland journey in developing their schools of the future.
Dr. Webb and Bangor’s Literacy team share their strategies about raising student achievement in Bangor Schools.
Superintendent Anastasio shares successful changes in Augusta that process equity in Augusta Schools.
Governor Mills convened her Coronavirus Response Team charged with coordinating State government’s response across departments and local agencies and health authorities to the potential spread of novel coronavirus. Click the link below for additional information. https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/governor-mills-convenes-coronavirus-response-team-2020-03-02
A session on Coronavirus has been added to the March 6 Drive in Workshop. The registration deadline has been extended until Tuesday, March 3rd. Linked below is all the information relative to the Drive in.
https://www.apptegy.net/s/documents-mssa/browse/108041
Click on the following link to view the February 2020 issue of the MSSA Newsletter: https://5il.co/dcyu
Please click the link below to read the Priority Notice from the Maine DOE - Reminders for School Communities Regarding the 2019 Novel Coronavirus
https://mainedoenews.net/2020/02/26/priority-notice-reminders-for-school-communities-regarding-the-2019-novel-coronavirus/
MSSA Officers ready to cheer on David Murphy, Maine’s Superintendent of the Year
Dr. David Murphy, Maine’s Superintendent of the Year!
Click on the following link to view the January 2020 issue of the MSSA Newsletter: https://5il.co/cn1g
Representative Kornfield and Representative Farnsworth address Maine School Superintendents. We thank you for your support!
Maine Superintendents talking about innovative practices, school success, equity the future steps!
Thank You Midcoast Maine Superintendent’s Association for helping us celebrate Maine’s amazing public schools!
2020 Winter Convocation! Commissioner Makin- A year in review!
Click on the link below to view the November/December issue of the MSSA Newsletter
https://5il.co/bl75
Phone and Internet services have been restored to our offices. We apologize for any inconvenience this interruption in communication may have caused.
We are experiencing difficulty with our phone reception this morning. Please try to communicate with us via email. We will post a new message when the problem has been resolved.
MSSA Joint Executive and Funding Committees working with Jim Rier to discuss the minimum Teacher Salary statutory requirements.
Teacher and now Milken award recipient Adam Parvanta addresses the students at Gorham High School! What an inspirational and motivating teacher!
ME❤️PUBLIC EDUCATION!
MSSA congratulates Adam Parvanta for receiving the Milken Award! Congratulations to Adam and the entire Gorham Public School community!
Find the moments of awe in your district
Be Intentional!
Joe Sanfelippo talks to Maine Superintendents about finding our moments of awe!
MSSA Superintendent of the Year: Dr. David Murphy!
MSSA Assistant Superintendent of the Year. Dr Chris Record
Maine School Superintendents Annual Meeting!
On the eve of MSSA’s Annual Meeting the last push was to move everything over to the Civic Center. Thank you MSMA team and Shawn Wilkins and his trailer for helping us to get everything up there!
Please click on the link below to access the October 2019 edition of the MSSA Newsletter.
https://5il.co/axce
Maine School Superintendents prepare to welcome Superintendent Dr. Sanfelippo to our Annual Meeting! Let’s be intentional about our leadership! Let’s be intentional about serving Maine students!
Registration is open for the MSSA Annual Meeting of the Maine School Superintendents Association to be held at the Augusta Civic Center on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.
Please click on the link below to access the September 2019 edition of the MSSA Newsletter. https://5il.co/a344