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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T080000
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240823T195910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T221827Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T130446Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T132821Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T130000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T160000
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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
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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:20260405T202718
CREATED:20231213T191325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T170341Z
UID:10000811-1719043200-1719072000@www.masc.org
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
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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:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240521T183556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T183556Z
UID:10000991-1717761600-1717765200@www.masc.org
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:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240529T160944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T161455Z
UID:10001011-1717588800-1717592400@www.masc.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20231213T190956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T133356Z
UID:10000791-1716019200-1716048000@www.masc.org
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:20260405T202718
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240311T180452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T141951Z
UID:10000891-1714986000-1715004000@www.masc.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20231213T190752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T192819Z
UID:10000781-1714809600-1714838400@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Charting the Course - May 4\, 2024 - Hanover
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-4-2024-hanover/
LOCATION:South Shore Vocational Technical High School\, 476 Webster St\, Hanover\, MA\, 02339
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240425T213756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T213756Z
UID:10000981-1714737600-1714741200@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Online Workshop: SEPACs & ELPACs - How to Support their Mission
DESCRIPTION:Special Education Parent Advisory Councils (SEPACs) and English Learner Parent Advisory Councils (ELPACs) can provide essential first hand experience and feedback to School Committees and Districts. Join us to learn more about these parent groups\, and how you can support them in your district.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/online-workshop-sepacs-elpacs-how-to-support-their-mission/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240401T160104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T150036Z
UID:10000921-1714500000-1714509000@www.masc.org
SUMMARY:Division III Meeting - 70 Minutes on Chapter 70
DESCRIPTION:MASC Division III leadership is looking forward to seeing you all on Tuesday\, April 30th at 6pm at the Holbrook Middle High School Auditorium (245 South Franklin Street\, Holdbrook\, MA). Join them and your fellow School Committee colleagues from across the region for a night of networking and discussion about Chapter 70 – why we have it\, what it is\, how it works\, how it doesn’t and what is changing. This is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues to discuss shared challenges\, solutions\, and the latest trending topics in education. The team will provide pizza and salad for everyone.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-iii-meeting-70-minutes-on-chapter-70/
LOCATION:Holbrook Middle High School\, 245 South Franklin Street\, Holbrook\, MA\, 02343\, United States
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240403T200602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T201433Z
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SUMMARY:Division V Meeting: Advocating for our Schools
DESCRIPTION:Division V is expanding upon their successful local event\, Advocating for our Schools\, to reach across districts throughout Massachusetts. By locking arms across similar communities we can plan our approach to meeting with specific legislators and their staff in the lead-up to the MAY 6th DAY ON THE HILL*. Join us for a virtual meeting on April 25th from 5:30 – 7 pm as we form teams and work together to hone our messaging and leverage one another’s legislative reach to advance three goals: \n\nRural Aid that needs to be fully funded at $60 million\, rather than the $15 million presented in the Governor’s budget;\nAn implicit price deflator (1.35%) that more fully reflects actual Inflation (4.5%); and\nA commitment by the legislature to form a special education transportation/tuition study group as described in the THRIVE ACT.\n\n  \n(*) Before attending\, be sure to call your district’s senator and representative and secure time on their calendar for the afternoon of May 6th. \nAgenda:\n5:30pm Update on legislative priorities – Jason Fraser\, President-Elect and Legislative Chair of MASC\n6:00      Breakout rooms by goal\n6:30      Shareout\n7:00      Adjourn \nRSVP Today!
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-v-meeting-advocating-for-our-schools/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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SUMMARY:COSCAP: Leadership for Lunch - Session One
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-leadership1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T130000
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SUMMARY:Learning Lunch - MASC's Annual Day on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:MASC’s annual legislative day at the State House is scheduled for Monday\, May 6\, 2024. Please join our Executive Director\, Glenn Koocher\, and members of the MASC Legislative Committee to discuss advocacy techniques and legislative priorities for the year.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/learning-lunch-mascs-annual-day-on-the-hill/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T190000
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CREATED:20240402T131046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T131140Z
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SUMMARY:Division VI Virtual Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:MASC Division VI leadership is looking forward to seeing you all on Thursday\, April 11th at 5:30pm for their Berkshire Legislative Forum! Join them and your fellow School Committee colleagues from across the region to hear directly from Representatives Barrett\, Farley-Bouvier\, and Pignatelli\, and Senator Mark. \n  \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues to discuss shared challenges\, solutions\, and the latest trending topics in education. If you have a question that you’d like asked or discussed at the forum\, you can submit them ahead of time by clicking here. \n 
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-vi-virtual-legislative-forum/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T193000
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SUMMARY:Division IX Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MASC Division IX leadership is looking forward to seeing you all this upcoming Tuesday evening! Join them and your fellow School Committee colleagues from cities across Massachusetts for a night of socializing/networking. This is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues to discuss shared challenges\, solutions\, and the latest trending topics in education. \nAgenda \n\nReviewing the Purpose of Division IX (Urban Division)\nReviewing Legislative Priorities for Day on the Hill\nDiscussion of Chapter 70\, the Inflation Rate\, and changes to low-income categories\nOpen Discussion
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/division-ix-virtual-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Division Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T195000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
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SUMMARY:Advocating for Our Public Schools: Preparing for Day on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:The Greenfield School Committee in collaboration with MASC Division V is proud to present a workshop on advocating for our public schools in preparation for MASC/s Day on the Hill. The workshop will take place on March 27th at 6:30 pm in the Greenfield Public Library Conference Room. \nBe sure to RSVP by clicking here. \nPlease find the Agenda below: \n\nEngaging with Legislators and Staff: Jason Fraser\, President-Elect and Legislative Chair of MASC\, will guide us through effective ways to engage with legislators and their staff. Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or engaging for the first time\, this session will provide valuable insights.\nMaintaining Relationships with Legislators: Learn how to build and maintain positive relationships with our legislators. Effective communication is key to advancing our educational goals.\nFY25 State Budget Highlights: Explore items of interest in the upcoming state budget that directly impact our schools.\nMaximizing Your Time at Day on the Hill:  Discover strategies for making the most of your advocacy efforts during Day on the Hill events.\nQ&A Session:  Humera Fasihuddin\, Division V Chair\, will facilitate conversation and questions related to advocacy for education with elected state and federal officials.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/advocating-for-our-public-schools-preparing-for-day-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:Greenfield Public Library\, 412 Main Street\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Committee Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240318T160524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T160524Z
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SUMMARY:MASC Special Education Update – The New IEP Form and What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Join us online this Wednesday evening at 6:30pm to learn more about DESEs new IEP Form and what you need to know. In addition to the IEP Form\, we’ll also be discussing the announcement earlier today by Acting Commissioner Russell Johnston regarding changes to DESEs Special Education Leadership. \nWe’ll be joined by MASC Special Education Chair and Holyoke School Committee Member\, Ellie Wilson\, MASC Executive Director Glenn Koocher\, and MASC Field Director Alicia Mallon.  \nThis event is proudly sponsored by the MASC Special Education Committee. If you have an interest in joining the Special Education Committee please contact Ellie Wilson by email at ewilson01040@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/masc-special-education-update-the-new-iep-form-and-what-you-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20240307T160507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T160836Z
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop: What's going on with Chapter 70 this year?
DESCRIPTION:If you thought you understood how state education worked but have been surprised by your preliminary chapter 70 aid this spring\, you’re not alone! Join us for this budget season session to discuss inflation\, low income count\, the fourth year of the Student Opportunity Act implementation\, and how that’s impacting state aid.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/online-workshop-whats-going-on-with-chapter-70-this-year/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T202718
CREATED:20231213T190452Z
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course - March 9\, 2024 - Chicopee
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-march-9-2024-chicopee/
LOCATION:Chicopee Comprehensive High School\, 617 Montgomery St\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020
CATEGORIES:Charting the Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T130000
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop: Public School Libraries - Books & Challenges
DESCRIPTION:If you are fortunate to have a school library and capable library staff\, you know the value they bring to the education process. This discussion will focus on recent challenges to the books that the public and school libraries make available to share. You can register for the virtual event by clicking this link.
URL:https://www.masc.org/event/online-workshop-public-school-libraries-books-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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