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December 15, 2025
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In this issue of MICIP Continuous Communication
This issue of MICIP Continuous Communication includes important information about the Roadshow 2.0 dates, 2025, New Expansion Pack for identified schools, Collaborative Partners updates, EWIMS network and much more!
Did you know?
Collaborative Partners 25/26 Update
What:
The purpose of the Collaborative Partner meetings is to ensure collaboration, communication, and coordination among stakeholders to maximize equitable supports for districts and schools identified for additional supports (CSI, ATS, TSI)
When:
How:
To join our new listserv, please click here to fill out a form.
MICIP Platform Support for Schools Identified for CSI
This technical assistance session is designed to help CSI schools understand and complete the required elements of the MICIP platform for plan submission. Participants will walk through key MICIP functions, learn how to align platform entries to ESSA requirements, and receive practical guidance for organizing goals, strategies, and monitoring components. The session ensures schools feel supported, prepared, and ready to finalize their plans.
01/16/2026 1:00pm-3:00 pm
01/26/2026 9:00 am-11:00 am and 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Zoom links will be available in the CC newsletter first week of January.
MICIP Refresher-Virtual Training
If you are interested in a "refresher" on the MICIP platform, contact Dot Blackwell, MDE MICIP Lead, at Blackwelld1@michigan.gov, to set up a virtual training time.
What's New in the MiStrategy Bank?
Is Collective Teacher Efficacy something your district is interested in exploring for MICIP purposes? Collective teacher efficacy refers to the shared belief among educators in their collective ability to positively influence student outcomes, including those who are disengaged or disadvantaged. According to John Hattie’s Visible Learning research, collective teacher efficacy has one of the highest effect sizes on student achievement (effect size = 1.57), making it a powerful school improvement strategy. Collective teacher efficacy is not simply about collaboration—it is about educators believing that together, they can overcome challenges and make a measurable difference in student learning. If you find yourself intrigued by this concept, check out the new Collective Teacher Efficacy strategy, curated by MDE, now available in the MiStrategy Bank (MSB).
If you have questions about how to use the MSB, MDE strategies in the MSB or need a hand with creating your own strategy, please do not hesitate to contact Dave Carlson, who would be happy to assist you.
For more information on the purpose of the MSB, account registrations, roles, and how-to documents, please click the link to MAISA’s MiStrategy Bank page.
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Strengthening Connections: How ISDs, Locals, and the State are Teaming Up on MiStrategyBank!
We all know that the MiStrategyBank (MSB) is a foundational piece of our continuous improvement puzzle here in Michigan, especially when it comes to providing robust strategies for inclusion in MICIP, as well as in MiEWIMS, and MiREAD. But what truly makes MSB successful is the collaboration between all of us—from the state level right down to our local school districts.
That's why the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators (MAISA) has kicked off quarterly MSB Intermediate School District (ISD) Leads’ meetings. These gatherings are all about making MSB the best it can be: ensuring the content is top-notch, the user experience is smooth, and that it truly serves the evolving needs of Michigan's educators and students.
Our ISD Leads play a vital role in connecting the dots and keeping the whole system strong. They are the essential link that ensures successful practices from our local schools can be shared regionally and/or statewide and that local districts get the support they need to succeed.
Here’s a snapshot of what our incredible ISD Leads do. They:
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Support Locals: They are the first line of support for successful strategy selection, implementation, and reviewing usage analytics in MSB. Need help curating strategies for MICIP, MiEWIMS, or MiREAD? Your ISD Lead is there for you!
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Provide Content Rigor: They help maintain and enhance strategies, making sure every resource is complete, robust, and aligned with best practices. This keeps MSB a trustworthy and valuable tool.
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Share What Works: They participate in defining how innovative, effective strategies created at the local level can be elevated to the ISD level, and ultimately shared globally across the state. This is how we all learn from each other's successes!
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Bring Field Needs to the Table: By sharing insights from the educational landscape, ISD Leads help the MSB team identify and source new strategies that meet the real, current needs of districts across Michigan.
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Promote and Align: They promote the strategies they’ve identified as ISD-supported, aligning them seamlessly with local professional learning and professional development initiatives.
This partnership is key to ensuring that MSB remains a dynamic and relevant resource for every MICIP, MiEWIMS, and MiREAD user.
We’re keeping the momentum going! The next MSB ISD Leads quarterly meeting will be scheduled in February 2026, with subsequent meetings planned for May and August.
If you ever need a hand with strategy selection, curation, implementation, or accessing MSB supports, please don't hesitate to reach out to your ISD MiStrategyBank Lead—they are your local expert! Additionally, you can always contact Amanda Stoel, MSB Product Owner at AStoel@gomaisa.org.
To check out the training materials discussed at these collaborative meetings, visit: https://www.gomaisa.org/projects/mistrategybank/.
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"Empowered me to scratch the unfinished stuff from previous admin and start fresh - onward and upward!"
"I appreciate all that was covered. It helped having multiple speakers who brought different perspectives."
"I really appreciate the resources you provided, especially the forming the team as many districts only have one person getting into the platform."
Picture at MTSS Roadshow 2.0
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MICIP Roadshow 2.0-New Options!
We have added three new options for the MICIP Roadshow in addtion to still offering MICIP 101.
Take a look at the flyers to learn more about them, or email Dot at BlackwellD1@Michigan.gov today!
"Michigan Roadmap to Success!"
Funding our Future and Budget Hold 'Em Sessions, and
Roadshow 2.0 Expansion Pack, for identified schools
Booking now for 2026!
MICIP 101
Choose Your Own Adventure.
Let us show you the basics in person with a customized event just for you!
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Michigan Roadmap to Success
Map it, before you fund it!
Options include:
Funding our Future
Michigan Roadmap to Success and
Budget Hold 'Em
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MICIP Roadshow Expansion Pack
Focused on identified schools, the Expansion Pack is customized just for your needs! Look at the menu, customize your plate, and set up your event!
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Roadshow 2.0 Calendar
If there are spots available other districts can join! Please reach out to the contact linked with the event to register.
12/3/25 Bay Arenac ISD contact Jen Socha
12/8/25 Kent ISD contact Stephanie Villalta
12/11/25 Oakland ISD contact Nick Wasmer
12/12/25 Oakland ISD contact Nick Wasmer
12/18/25 Sanilac ISD contact Sharron Takacs Virtual
1/6/26 Mecosta-Osceola ISD contact Amanda Kimball
1/8/26 Monroe ISD contact Chris Todd
1/14/26 Monroe ISD contact Chris Todd
1/15/26 Genesse ISD contact Mary Behm
1/20/26 Saginaw ISD contact Chris Bolen
1/22/26 Sanilac ISD contact Sharron Takacs Virtual
2/2/26 Wayne RESA contact Natalie Turner Virtual
2/4/26 Montcalm Area ISD contact Will Lepech
2/5/26 Oakland ISD Expansion Pack contact Nick Wasmer
2/18/26 Kalamazoo RESA contact Paul Holbrook
3/17/26 Oakland ISD contact Nick Wasmer
4/17/26 Oakland ISD contact Nick Wasmer
4/30/26 Hillsdale ISD contact Val Trott
Early Warning Intervention and Monitoring System Implementation Support Network
The next Early Warning Intervention and Monitoring System (EWIMS) Implementation Support Network (ISN) meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 27th, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Our guest presenters will be
· Dr. Glenn Maleyko, former superintendent of Dearborn Public Schools (urban) and our new State Superintendent. He will share strategies implemented in Dearborn Public Schools that improved attendance, behavior, course performance, and increased graduation rates.
· Mr. Tom McKee, Superintendent of Rudyard Public Schools (rural). He will share the strategies implemented to improve behavior, reduce suspensions, and increase graduation rate.
We will also provide time for small group reflection, collaboration, and sharing.
A full meeting agenda will be provided prior to the event.
You must register in advance for this meeting:
Https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/AyOoIO14TI-ZiOtcGAwMZw
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with details on joining the meeting.
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Need Assistance? Explore MICIP Resources!
Have questions or need assistance with MICIP? Check out our support options!
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MiServiceDesk: for technical support and quick assistance,
- Users requesting support for the first time will be required to sign up for an account and can then submit a ticket or chat live with the MiServiceDesk
- Returning users will be able to monitor the status of existing tickets and/or create new tickets
- The MICIP Platform Guide provides step-by-step instructions, FAQs, and troubleshooting tips regarding the MICIP Platform
- The MICIP Process Guide helps users navigate the MICIP Process.
- The MICIP Website contains many tools and resources to support the use of MICIP.
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