ACTION ITEMS
The snow day relief bill (Laws of Minnesota 2019, Chapter 5 – Senate File (SF) 1743) allows districts and charter schools to report school days canceled during the 2018-19 school year due to health and safety concerns as instructional and membership days.
Districts and charter schools that choose to report canceled school days as instructional and membership days must report a few data items to the Minnesota Department of Education. Use the fiscal year (FY) FY19 Canceled School Days Worksheet to report these data. The completed worksheets are due August 30, 2019.
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The site for the annual data and plan submission as required by Minnesota Statutes, section 120B.12 (Read Well by Third Grade) on reading proficiency for all students in grades K-2 is currently available. This data:
- Is required of all Minnesota districts and charter schools that enroll students in grades K-2.
- Is due by July 1, 2019.
- Reflects required components of the World’s Best Workforce legislation, Minnesota Statutes, section 120B.11.
- Is required to receive Literacy Incentive Aid as provided by Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.98.
Access to the Read Well Data and Plan Submission application and further information can be found on the Reading K-3 Data and Plan Upload webpage.
Questions about the submission:
Regarding literacy content support, contact Jennifer Wazlawik, literacy specialist, (651-582-8643).
Regarding specific dyslexia support, contact Amy Schulting, dyslexia specialist, (651-582-8596).
Regarding access to the Read Well by Third Grade Data and Plan Submission application, contact Terry Alvarado, administrative support, (651-582-8749).
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The Minnesota Department of Education in partnership with the Minnesota Association of School Administrators invites you to attend the annual MDE Back to School Conference.
When: August 6-7, 2019
Where: Minneapolis Marriott Northwest
Plan to bring your leadership team!
Minnesota has worked together with stakeholders to develop a shared definition of the 10 commitments to equity. Educational equity is the condition of justice, fairness and inclusion ensuring that all students have access to the opportunities to learn and develop to their fullest potentials. The keynote speakers and breakout session presenters will explore current practice and research supporting true educational equity in our school systems. Bring a team and benefit from the chance to discuss how what you are learning impacts your own district. The conference will be held August 6-7, 2019, at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest in Brooklyn Park. Registration will open soon. Current information can be found on the Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA) webpage.
MSBA/MASA Lodging Information:
Start date: 8/2/19
End date: 8/10/19
Last day to book: 7/17/19
Marriott hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
- Minneapolis Marriott Northwest for $141.00 per night
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Book your group rate at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest.
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ITEMS OF INTEREST
According to family engagement expert Professor Karen Mapp, “While families and school staff are equal partners [in a child’s learning], the responsibility for cultivating and sustaining partnerships among school, home, and community rests primarily with school staff, especially school leaders.” The Minnesota Department of Education’s Family-Community Liaison Newsletter highlights stories, research, training opportunities, and tools to support Minnesota’s schools in building robust family and community partnerships to support student success. Topics are selected with family-community liaisons, community school coordinators, and school leaders in mind.
Check out the last issue of the Family-Community Liaison Newsletter or the archived Family-Community Liaison Newsletter webpage. Please email Jackie Blagsvedt to request a topic, contribute a story, or to subscribe.
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Starting July 1, 2019, Grant Services will begin posting competitive grants to the new Competitive Grants Posting webpage. Here you will find the grant instructions, applications, and all other grant documentation for competitive grants for Fiscal Year 20. This is a change from posting them on the EGMS website.
If you are searching for an archive of a former competitive grant opportunity or formula funding, please continue to use the EGMS website.
Please contact grantsupport.mde@state.mn.us if you have any questions about the change.
Dates: Wednesday, July 31–August 1, 2019
Location: Continuing Education and Conference Center, University of Minnesota
For: Educators in K-12, blended, and higher education
Registration is now open! The 2019 Minnesota Summit on Learning and Technology (formerly known as the Minnesota eLearning Summit) is the premier gathering place for K-12, college, and university teachers, faculty, program and IT administrators, and staff.
Technology has become an integral part of the educational environment and can be used to expand learning experiences and transform how we teach. At this year’s Summit, you’ll have access to more than eight hours of quality sessions on the latest tech innovations, such as 3D capture technology, virtual reality, digital storytelling, and incorporating accessibility into online platforms such as Canvas. The Summit registration also includes poster sessions, refreshments and lunch, and plenty of networking opportunities.
Register before July 13 to lock in the best Summit registration rate.
For more information, including program sessions and registration, visit the Minnesota Summit on Learning and Technology website.
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