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 e-Newsletter from the Office of Educational Supports
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Issue 02
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February 11, 2026
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In This Issue
- MICIP 4.0 Release
- Literacy Updates
- Did You Know?
Did You Know?
- The Continuous Improvement Unit led by Bill Witt is completing the MICIP process and a plan for their unit.
- The MICIP team is developing MICIP 3.0 to provide professional learning to district teams with hands-on, step by step guidance on placing your plan in the platform.
Keeping up with Literacy Changes
To stay up to date on all things Literacy in Michigan, please follow the MDE Literacy webpage and sign up for the Literacy listserv.
MICIP Platform Revisions and Updates
Coming this month:
- February 12, 2026, release revision into the MICIP production site
- February 25, 2026, Updated Platform Guidance
MICIP Refresher-Virtual Training
MICIP Refreshers are one-on-one virtual trainings with Dot to review the MICIP Platform. This can be for new users looking for a little more support, or veteran users who just need a little "refresher" on spaces in the platform.
If you are interested in a "refresher" contact Dot Blackwell, MDE MICIP Lead, at Blackwelld1@michigan.gov, to set up your session.
What's New in the MiStrategy Bank?
Not seeing a strategy in the MiStrategy Bank you’re looking for or have a suggestion for a new strategy? MDE is open to feedback! We are committed to meeting your MICIP needs. 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, MDE-Lead for the MSB, 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. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas, please contact Amanda Stoel, Director of Innovation and Collaboration and MSB Product Owner at MAISA.
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MICIP Roadshow
In-Person Professional Learning with the MICIP Team
The Roadshow is meant to be direct in person learning and is customized to the needs of the ISD or District. Take a look at the flyers below for possible options or email Dot at BlackwellD1@Michigan.gov today!
Current Roadshow Options
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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 schools identified for supports, 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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Feedback from Participants
- Hands-on and engaging
- Highly informative and supportive
- Clarifying of platform and process
- Appreciate the strong facilitation, increased clarity and usefulness of examples
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Current Roadshows on the Map
If there are spots available other districts can join! Please reach out to the contact linked with the event to register.
2/18/26 Kalamazoo RESA
Contact Paul Holbrook
2/20/26 Berrien & Van Buren ISD (virtual)
Contact Lisa Pattison
3/3/26 Ingham ISD
Contact Kelly Trout
3/5/26 Gratiot Isabella ISD
Contact Stephanie Binder
3/13/26 Mecosta Osceola RESA
Contact Amanda Kimball
3/17/26 Oakland ISD
Contact Nick Wasmer
4/17/26 Oakland ISD
Contact Nick Wasmer
4/30/26 Hillsdale ISD
Contact Val Trott
5/4/26 Lenawee ISD
Contact Karen Raynor
5/20/26 CS Partners
Contact Sara Fields
Please share Continuous Communication
Please feel free to forward Continuous Communication to anyone you feel would like to receive information and updates about MICIP. Please use this link to subscribe or unsubscribe.
Previous issues of MICIP Continuous Communication are available on the MICIP web page.
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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