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SUMMARY:Online Workshop: Lessons in Courageous Leadership with Virginia Simms George
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful conversation in honor of Black History Month with Virginia Simms-George\, a distinguished leader in education and a champion of civil rights. With leadership that has stood the test of time\, Virginia will share invaluable insights from her lifelong journey advocating for justice\, equity\, and transformative change. As a member of the Richmond 34\, Virginia played a pivotal role in a historic sit-in that helped dismantle retail segregation—a moment that shaped the Civil Rights Movement. Today\, she remains a force for progress\, serving as Chair of the Assabet Valley Regional Vocational School Committee and leading equity efforts within the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC). \nRegister online here. 
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/online-workshop-lessons-in-courageous-leadership-with-virginia-simms-george/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Division III Meeting: Collective Bargaining
DESCRIPTION:Join MASC Division III Leadership for an informal conversation on collective bargaining. We’ll be joined by Marc Terry\, partner at Mirick Law\, leader of its Public Education practice\, and a current Ashland School Committee member. With extensive experience as a lead negotiator and advisor to public school districts\, Marc will share key strategies\, legal insights\, and practical guidance on navigating the bargaining process and its impact on school committees.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-iii-meeting-collective-bargaining/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T155508Z
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SUMMARY:Learning Lunch: The Student Opportunity Act and Paths Forward
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an essential update on FY26 education funding\, the implementation of the Student Opportunity Act (SOA)\, and what lies ahead for Massachusetts schools. Colin Jones\, Deputy Policy Director at the Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center\, will provide expert insights into funding projections and policy developments. With a deep background in K-12 and higher education policy and finance\, Colin brings valuable expertise to help school leaders navigate the evolving funding landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged in the future of education funding in the Commonwealth.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/learning-lunch-the-student-opportunity-act-and-paths-forward/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T170000
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SUMMARY:Learning Lunch: Using Data to Inform DEIB
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Darnisa Amante-Jackson will host a dynamic and interactive Lunch and Learn for MASC members on January 31st from 12-1pm\, via zoom. The purpose of this session is to help school committee members understand where to find relevant data\, such as from DESE\, and how to use that data to inform their decision-making. The Lunch and Learn is an important step in providing practical\, applicable training to equip school committee members with the skills and knowledge they need to make informed decisions for their districts and to continue partnership with superintendents to advance outcomes for all.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/learning-lunch-using-data-to-inform-deib/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20241216T145616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T145658Z
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course – January 25\, 2025 – Everett High School
DESCRIPTION:The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A).
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-january-25-2025-everett-high-school/
LOCATION:Everett High School\, 100 Elm St\, Everett\, MA\, 02149\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20250114T232419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T232556Z
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SUMMARY:Division VIII In Person Meeting - Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 18\, 2025 at 9:30AM\nSmith Vocational & Agricultural High School | 80 Locust St. Northampton\, MA 01060\nJoin your fellow Vocational Technical school committee colleagues from across the state for an in-person roundtable discussion hosted by MASC Division VIII. Kindly RSVP by emailing info@smithtec.org – Check out the agenda below and we hope to see you there. Please note that we have a Snow Date of January 25th. \nAgenda \n\nWelcome (with Coffee & Pastries)\nSchool Tour\nLegislative updates re: Vocational Education\nNetworking with colleagues\nAdjourn
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-viii-in-person-meeting-northampton/
LOCATION:Smith Vocational & Agricultural High School\, 80 Locust St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20250107T180332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T180332Z
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SUMMARY:Division VIII Virtual Meeting: Requesting State Legislative Action
DESCRIPTION:Join MASC Division VIII for a Zoom meeting to discuss how we can support vocational-technical and agricultural schools across the Commonwealth. In this meeting\, we’ll review two key Resolutions adopted at the 2024 MASC Conference that advocate for: \n\nA tiered system to assess school building projects\, accounting for the unique costs of vocational-technical and agricultural schools.\nExpanding capacity in Chapter 74 vocational-technical programs to meet growing demand and reduce waitlists.\n\nWe’ll also strategize on ways to take action and advocate at the state level.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-viii-virtual-meeting-requesting-state-legislative-action/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T130000
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CREATED:20250106T165209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T174426Z
UID:10001050-1736510400-1736514000@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Learning Lunch: What does the U.S. Department of Education do\, anyway?
DESCRIPTION:Recent headlines have spotlighted the United States Department of Education\, but what does the agency actually do? This session will explore the Department’s responsibilities\, including what it oversees\, how it allocates funding\, and the implications for your district. Join MASC for this informative Learning Lunch and get answers to these key questions!
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/learning-lunch-what-does-the-u-s-department-of-education-do-anyway/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T140000
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CREATED:20241113T154611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T153504Z
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SUMMARY:2024 COSA Meeting: Emerging Issues in Education Law
DESCRIPTION:Emerging Issues in Education Law 2024\nAgenda\nCall to order: Michael Joyce\, Esq.\, President\, COSA \nBusiness Meeting | Announcements and Election of 2025 Officers | Luncheon \nProgram\n (new) Report on Recent Teacher Strikes \nPresented by: Elizabeth Valerio\, Esq. and Nicholas Dominello\, Esq.\, Valerio\, DOminello & Hillman \nFirst Amendment Issues \nPresented by: James Pender\, Esq.\, Morgan\, Brown & Joy \nThe New Problem Resolution System (PRS) \nPresented by: Paige Tobin\, Esq.\, Murphy\, Lamere & Murphy \nRole of School Committees in Troubled Districts (budgetary issues\, etc.) \nPresented by: Sarah Spatafore\, Esq.\, Murphy\, Hesse\, Toomey & Lehane and\nPaige Tobin\, Esq.\, Murphy\, Lamere & Murphy  \nProgram moderator: Michael Joyce\, President\, COSA 2024\, Nuttall\, MacAvoy & Joyce
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/2024-cosa-meeting-emerging-issues-in-education-law/
LOCATION:UMass Club\, 1 Beacon St\, 32nd floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:DEFAULT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course – December 7\, 2024 – Montachusett Regional (Fitchburg)
DESCRIPTION:The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the mandates of the new school committee training legislation requiring that all school committee members newly elected after March 24\, 2003 participate in a minimum of eight hours of supervised training covering the topics listed below. \nAttendance at this Charting the Course program meets the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A). This session also includes important changes to the Ethics and Open Meetings Laws relative to all school committee members. \nTopics covered include: \n\nSchool Finance\nOpen Meeting Law\nPublic Records Law\nConflict of Interest Law\nSpecial Education Law\nCollective Bargaining\nSchool Leadership Standards & Evaluations\nSchool Committee Roles & Responsibilities
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-december-7-2024-montachusett-regional-fitchburg/
LOCATION:Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School\, 1050 Westminster Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20241118T184431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T184431Z
UID:10001042-1733421600-1733425200@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:MASC Division I Virtual Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to a special MASC Division I Virtual Networking Event! This is a great opportunity to connect with your fellow Division I school committee members\, share ideas\, discuss common challenges\, and collaborate on solutions to support our communities and schools. \n  \nDiscussion Topics \n\nNew committee member support/onboarding new members\nTrends in collective bargaining\nPR – how does your district handle distribution of information\nSPED/ELL topics of interest\nRecent proposal for lottery system for admission to vocational schools\nPossible future cluster meetings with members in your immediate regions\n\n  \nTo signup and receive the meeting link\, please RSVP via the form below. A confirmation email with the meeting link is automatically sent after you RSVP – be sure to check your spam folder. The meeting will be recorded and posted to our website in the days following the meeting. \n 
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/masc-division-i-virtual-networking-event/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240928T142158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T134713Z
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course - 2024 Conference (Hyannis)
DESCRIPTION:This Charting the Course Session is being split across two days at the Annual Conference: November 8th 1:30-5PM (Part 1) & November 9th 8:30-11:45AM (Part 2) | Emerald Resort Hyannis \nThe hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the mandates of the new school committee training legislation requiring that all school committee members newly elected after March 24\, 2003 participate in a minimum of eight hours of supervised training covering the topics listed below. \nAttendance at this Charting the Course program meets the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A). This session also includes important changes to the Ethics and Open Meetings Laws relative to all school committee members. \nTopics covered include: \n\nSchool Finance\nOpen Meeting Law\nPublic Records Law\nConflict of Interest Law\nSpecial Education Law\nCollective Bargaining\nSchool Leadership Standards & Evaluations\nSchool Committee Roles & Responsibilities
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-2024-conference-hyannis/
LOCATION:Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis\, 35 Scudder Avenue\, Hyannis\, MA\, 02601
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20241011T143705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T143719Z
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SUMMARY:Division VIII Vocational Schools Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow Vocational Technical school committee colleagues from across the state for an in-person roundtable discussion hosted by MASC Division VIII and Nashoba Tech. The event is taking place on Saturday\, October 26\, 2024 at 9:30AM at Nashoba Valley Technical High School (100 Littleton Rd. Westford\, MA 01886). Kindly RSVP here – Check out the agenda below and we hope to see you there. \nAgenda \n\nWelcome\nCoffee & Pastries\nStatewide updates Regarding Vocational Education\nPresentation: Nashoba Tech staff and staff from Triumph Modular will present an overview of the process for design and building NT’s new 7000 Square Foot Stem Building addition\nTour of new STEM facility\nNetworking with colleagues\nOptional: Tour of NT Facility\nAdjourn
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-viii-vocational-schools-meeting/
LOCATION:Nashoba Valley Technical School\, 100 Littleton Rd\,\, Westford\, MA\, 01886
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240904T150034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T150034Z
UID:10001035-1729098000-1729103400@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Division VI Berkshire Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:MASC Division VI leadership is hosting a virtual state legislative forum with the Berkshire Delegation on Wednesday October 16th at 5pm. This is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues to discuss shared challenges\, solutions\, and the latest trending topics in education. \nRSVP below to get the Zoom link.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-vi-berkshire-legislative-forum/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240927T145117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T145117Z
UID:10001038-1728648000-1728651600@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Learning Lunch: 2024 MASC Resolutions Review
DESCRIPTION:Join MASC as we host an informal conversation for all of our membership to gain a comprehensive understanding of the resolutions to be considered at the upcoming MASC Delegate Assembly. To prepare for the meeting\, you can learn more about the resolutions on our website here. The team will provide an in-depth analysis of each resolution and share insights into the process that brought them forth to the annual conference.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/learning-lunch-2024-masc-resolutions-review/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20231213T192134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T170439Z
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course - October 5\, 2024 - North Adams
DESCRIPTION:The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the mandates of the new school committee training legislation requiring that all school committee members newly elected after March 24\, 2003 participate in a minimum of eight hours of supervised training covering the topics listed below. \nAttendance at this Charting the Course program meets the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A). This session also includes important changes to the Ethics and Open Meetings Laws relative to all school committee members. \nTopics covered include: \n\nSchool Finance\nOpen Meeting Law\nPublic Records Law\nConflict of Interest Law\nSpecial Education Law\nCollective Bargaining\nSchool Leadership Standards & Evaluations\nSchool Committee Roles & Responsibilities
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-october-5-2024-adams/
LOCATION:McCann High School\, 70 Hodges Cross Rd\, North Adams\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240913T134113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T134113Z
UID:10001036-1727377200-1727380800@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Division VIII Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow Vocational Technical school committee colleagues from across the state for a special planning meeting and roundtable discussion hosted by MASC Division VIII. We’ll explore key topics impacting vocational school districts\, discuss action items for the future\, and receive a legislative update. A special shoutout to Nashoba Tech for assisting in hosting the virtual meeting.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-viii-virtual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240823T195910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T221827Z
UID:10001033-1727200800-1727204400@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Division III Resolutions Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join MASC Division III Leadership as they host an informal conversation for all of our membership to gain a comprehensive understanding of the resolutions to be considered at the upcoming MASC Delegate Assembly. The team will guide you through an analysis of each of the resolutions and the process that brought them forth to the annual conference.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-iii-resolutions-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20231213T191552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T130446Z
UID:10000821-1726905600-1726934400@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Charting the Course - September 21\, 2024 - Plymouth
DESCRIPTION:The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the mandates of the new school committee training legislation requiring that all school committee members newly elected after March 24\, 2003 participate in a minimum of eight hours of supervised training covering the topics listed below. \nAttendance at this Charting the Course program meets the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A). This session also includes important changes to the Ethics and Open Meetings Laws relative to all school committee members. \nTopics covered include: \n\nSchool Finance\nOpen Meeting Law\nPublic Records Law\nConflict of Interest Law\nSpecial Education Law\nCollective Bargaining\nSchool Leadership Standards & Evaluations\nSchool Committee Roles & Responsibilities
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-september-21-2024-plymouth/
LOCATION:Plymouth South High School\, 490 Long Pond Road\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240830T131209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T132821Z
UID:10001034-1725624000-1725627600@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Learning Lunch: An Update on Public Comment
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful webinar featuring a special presentation by Elizabeth Valerio\, Esq and the MASC team. With extensive experience representing school committees\, cities\, towns\, and various local government agencies – and as a former school committee member chairperson herself – Ms. Valerio brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion. This session will provide the latest updates on public comment procedures in school committee meetings\, addressing recent developments\, legal considerations\, and best practices for fostering effective and respectful public participation.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/learning-lunch-an-update-on-public-comment/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240801T163325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T163325Z
UID:10001032-1723032000-1723035600@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:COSCAP: Leadership for Lunch - Session Three
DESCRIPTION:The Leadership for Lunch Workshop Series consists of three\, one-hour immersive networking sessions designed to enhance the skills and capabilities of executive assistants and administrative professionals.  This workshop series focuses on three key sessions\, each with four components to foster mindfulness\, maximize influence\, network\, and reflection. All components will be delivered with a research-based approach throughout the workshop\, incorporating evidence-backed strategies and real-world examples. Participants will leave with enhanced skills\, a deeper understanding of the power of influence\, and a strategic mindset to contribute to the success of their administrative teams.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/coscap-leadership-for-lunch-session-three/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240603T134244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T141121Z
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SUMMARY:2024 MASC Summer Institute
DESCRIPTION:Join your MASC colleagues at an information-packed summer institute that will update you on issues around budgets; strategic planning for tenuous financial times; the new challenges associated with collective bargaining; an update on the new Title IX regulations; and a special session on crisis communications. How do you tackle the leadership challenges of the school year ahead. Register for one day\, or both\, but register. You will thank yourself for the rest of the year. \nFriday\, July 12  \n(4:00-5:15pm)\n• Session 1: Collective bargaining: what you need to know to prepare for challenges\n• Session 2: Goal setting/strategic budgeting for FY 26 \nSaturday\, July 13  \n(9:00-10:15am)\n• Session 1: Rules of engagement in collective bargaining\n• Session 2: Update on Title IX \n(10:30-11:45am)\nGeneral Session: Public relations/crisis communications: what to do (and say) when you don’t know what to do (or say) \nBoth single day ($60) and two-day ($90) registrations are available. The program will be held at the Marriott Courtyard in Marlboro which is offering a discount rate ($189/night) to MASC attendees who want to stay overnight. Registration includes all materials\, Friday and Saturday coffee/snack breaks and Saturday continental breakfast.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/2024-masc-summer-institute/
CATEGORIES:DEFAULT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
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SUMMARY:Virtual Roundtable Discussion: MCAS\, Collective Bargaining\, & Chapter 70 Impact
DESCRIPTION:Join your school committee colleagues from across the state for a special virtual roundtable discussion co-hosted by MASC Division II and Division VII. We’ll explore key topics such as labor relations negotiations\, effective bargaining strategies\, the impact of Chapter 70\, constituent views on the MCAS High Stakes Test\, and district budget scenarios. We’ll also discuss your biggest concerns and provide updates on the MASC Summer Institute and the November Annual Conference
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/virtual-roundtable-discussion-mcas-collective-bargaining-chapter-70-impact/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course - June 22\, 2024 - Burlington
DESCRIPTION:The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the mandates of the new school committee training legislation requiring that all school committee members newly elected after March 24\, 2003 participate in a minimum of eight hours of supervised training covering the topics listed below. \nAttendance at this Charting the Course program meets the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A). This session also includes important changes to the Ethics and Open Meetings Laws relative to all school committee members. \nTopics covered include: \n\nSchool Finance\nOpen Meeting Law\nPublic Records Law\nConflict of Interest Law\nSpecial Education Law\nCollective Bargaining\nSchool Leadership Standards & Evaluations\nSchool Committee Roles & Responsibilities
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-june-22-2024-burlington/
LOCATION:Burlington High School\, 123 Cambridge St\, Burlington\, MA\, 01803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course - June 8\, 2024 - Harwich
DESCRIPTION:The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the mandates of the new school committee training legislation requiring that all school committee members newly elected after March 24\, 2003 participate in a minimum of eight hours of supervised training covering the topics listed below. \nAttendance at this Charting the Course program meets the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A). This session also includes important changes to the Ethics and Open Meetings Laws relative to all school committee members. \nTopics covered include: \n\nSchool Finance\nOpen Meeting Law\nPublic Records Law\nConflict of Interest Law\nSpecial Education Law\nCollective Bargaining\nSchool Leadership Standards & Evaluations\nSchool Committee Roles & Responsibilities
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-june-8-2024-harwich/
LOCATION:Cape Cod Technical High School\, 351 Pleasant Lake Ave\, Harwich\, MA\, 02645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
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SUMMARY:Learning Lunch - Role of the Chair
DESCRIPTION:The Chair of a school committee does much more than preside over meetings. The position takes time\, attention to detail\, leadership skills\, interpersonal skills\, communication skills\, and knowledge of the legal obligation of the board. An effective chair can successfully lead the committee to focus on student achievement and accomplish the mission\, vision\, and goals of the district. In this session\, presenters will discuss the administrative aspects of the job\, such as planning the agenda and running the meeting. They will also discuss the relationship side of the job\, such as facilitating communication\, working with the superintendent and helping your committee work as a team.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/learning-lunch-role-of-the-chair/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240529T160944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T161455Z
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SUMMARY:COSCAP: Leadership for Lunch - Session Two
DESCRIPTION:The Leadership for Lunch Workshop Series consists of three\, one-hour immersive networking sessions designed to enhance the skills and capabilities of executive assistants and administrative professionals.  This workshop series focuses on three key sessions\, each with four components to foster mindfulness\, maximize influence\, network\, and reflection. All components will be delivered with a research-based approach throughout the workshop\, incorporating evidence-backed strategies and real-world examples. Participants will leave with enhanced skills\, a deeper understanding of the power of influence\, and a strategic mindset to contribute to the success of their administrative teams.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/coscap-leadership-for-lunch-session-two/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T133356Z
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course - May 18\, 2024 - Gardner
DESCRIPTION:The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. \nThis training program\, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership\, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of School Leadership as identified by the MA Legislature in the Acts of 2002\, and also to provide veteran members with an update on ever-changing requirements and regulations school committee members should be aware of. \nThe Charting the Course program has been structured to meet the mandates of the new school committee training legislation requiring that all school committee members newly elected after March 24\, 2003 participate in a minimum of eight hours of supervised training covering the topics listed below. \nAttendance at this Charting the Course program meets the eight hour orientation requirement for new school committee members (MGL Chapter 71 Sec 36A). This session also includes important changes to the Ethics and Open Meetings Laws relative to all school committee members. \nTopics covered include: \n\nSchool Finance\nOpen Meeting Law\nPublic Records Law\nConflict of Interest Law\nSpecial Education Law\nCollective Bargaining\nSchool Leadership Standards & Evaluations\nSchool Committee Roles & Responsibilities
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/charting-the-course-may-18-2024-gardner/
LOCATION:Gardner High School\, 200 Catherine St\, Gardner\, MA\, 01440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240403T201334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T170441Z
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SUMMARY:Division IX Resolutions Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Join MASC Division IX Leadership as they host an informal conversation for all of our membership on what resolutions are\, how to craft them with your school committee\, and the process to bring them forth to the MASC Delegate Assembly.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-ix-resolutions-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124409
CREATED:20240311T180452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T141951Z
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SUMMARY:Day on the Hill 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Association of School Committees will once again hold its annual Day on the Hill legislative advocacy event for our membership on May 6\, 2024. The morning program begins at 9:00am at the UMass Club in Boston. We invite you to join our members for coffee and pastry at 9:00am before the program\, and to join us for lunch at the State House at 12:00pm\, where students from many of the Massachusetts Vocational-Technical Culinary Arts programs will be serving up gourmet local favorites. Be sure to contact your local legislators in advance of the event to schedule a time to meet with them directly after lunch. \nAs has been tradition\, students from your district are also welcome to register and participate in the day. There is no fee associated with student registration – be sure to register the student(s) using the same form below. \nAgenda:\n\n9:00am: Check-in – UMass Club\n9:30am – 11:30am: Presentation\n12:00pm: Lunch at the State House prepared by MA Culinary Students\n1:00pm: Meetings with Legislators\n\nPriorities:\n\nCheck out MASCs Legislative Priorities here\n\nRegister:
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/day-on-the-hill-2024/
LOCATION:UMass Club\, 1 Beacon St\, 32nd floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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