MASSP is dedicated to keeping our members informed as the situation with COVID-19 develops. This week you will receive the COVID-19 updates you have come to expect on Thursday only. As you implement your Continuous Learning Plans and engage with teachers, students and parents we will honor your time and reduce the amount of communication we are sending.
If you have resources or information you think should be included in an upcoming update or on the MASSP COVID-19 resource center, please send them to Alicia Pilmore for consideration.
New EO Allows Small Gatherings, Elective Medical Procedures, Reopens Some Retail by Appointment
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-96, the next phase in Michigan's reopening under the MI Safe Start Plan and EO 2020-97, an accompanying update in workplace safety rules. Under the new EOs, the following things now apply statewide:
- Nonessential medical and dental services are allowed (effective May 29 at 12:01 a.m.)
- Auto showrooms are reopen by appointment only (effective May 26 at 12:01 a.m.)
- All retail is now open, but by appointment only and the store is limited to 10 customers at any given time (effective May 26 at 12:01 a.m.)
- Veterinary services may reopen (effective May 29 at 12:01 a.m.)
- Gatherings of 10 people or fewer are allowed, as long as people are practicing social distancing (effective immediately)
Leader2Leader Rounds 10 and 11
Round 10
On May 28, Kim Marshall from the nationally-known Marshall Memo will join the MASSP Leader2Leader Webinar to showcase relevant resources related to teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Kim will walk participants through the new version of the Marshall Memo, which includes dividing the articles into four groups:
- Understanding the pandemic
- The human side of online teaching
- Pedagogical issues with online teaching
- Planning for school reopening
Round 11
On June 4, MASSP’s Leader2Leader Webinar will feature a panel of Superintendents who will share their assessment and reflections related to remote learning, and what they think should happen moving forward.
Focus Questions Include:
- What did you appreciate/value regarding your schools approach to remote learning?
- What challenges/obstacles did remote learning create for you and your family?
- What do you believe needs further rethinking/reframing/refining?
- What would you appreciate or need moving forward?
Panelists Include:
- Dr. Brian Davis, Holland Public Schools
- Dr. Jamii Hitchcock, Oak Park Schools
- Dr. Glenn Maleyko, Dearborn Public Schools
- Lou Steigerwald, Norway Vulcan Area Schools
- Dr. John VanWagoner, Alpena Public Schools
- Dr. Janice Swift, Ann Arbor Public Schools
- Chris Wigent, Executive Director, Michigan Association of School Administrators
To view previous recordings of Leader2Leader webinars, click here.
MCAN Launches Free Statewide College Advising Hotline
CALL: 810-373-5385
Michigan high school students can now receive timely answers to their questions about postsecondary education, thanks to a new college advising hotline. Michigan College Access Network and partners launched the hotline today in response to the global health crisis caused by COVID-19, aiming to fill the gaps created by the statewide school closure order.
The hotline can be reached by calling or texting 810-373-5385. It is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, but hours will be adjusted as necessary to best serve the needs of students. The service is staffed by college advisers from MCAN's AdviseMI program and the Michigan State University College Advising Corps. To help serve as many students as possible, the hotline initiative also is partnered with the Detroit Regional Chamber and Detroit College Access Network.
MDE MEMO: UPDATED Early Middle College (EMC) Requirements FAQ During COVID-19 Closure
The governor has ordered the closure of all schools for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is an update to the EMC required closure MEMO#COVID-19-052 UPDATED Early Middle College Requirements FAQ During COVID-19 Closure.
MEMO #COVID-19-059 UPDATED Career and Technical Education Requirements FAQ During COVID-19 Closure
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the governor ordered the closure of all schools for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. This includes all state-approved career and technical education (CTE) programs directly run by intermediate school districts (ISDs) and local education agencies. This is an update to MDE MEMO#COVID-19-053 UPDATED Career and Technical Education Requirements FAQ During COVID-19 Closure.
To view all MDE Memos, click here
News Items and Resources
As you start to discuss what the reopening of schools will look like you may want to consider this resource: New CASEL Brief on Reopening + Renewing school communities: Actionable recommendations to help schools plan for the #SEL needs of all students and adults during the upcoming transition into summer and new school year
Why Every School Must Have a Social Emotional Learning Plan Prior to Reopening
West Bloomfield School District releases framework for next school year: first day will be 8/26 & a hybrid model with half of the students attending Mon/Tues, deep clean Wed, other half of the kids Thu/Fri. All online also an option.
Here's what Michigan public schools might look like this fall. It's not great.
Teachers and Students Describe a Remote-Learning Life
What Does Remote Instructional Leadership Look Like During a Pandemic?
Tips to help make graduation ceremonies resonate
Top Moments from the Class of 2020 Graduation Night
For the Class of 2020, a graduation season like no other
Rep. Levin, school leaders push for federal education aid
Shirkey: Don’t cut Michigan schools budget despite $1.2 billion shortfall
For Staff
University of Michigan - COVID-19 Resources for Educators- The Teacher Hierarchy of Needs
Core-Content Teachers: You can provide good distance learning for English Learners
Student & Staff Engagement
Central Montcalm High School - Celebrating the Class of 2020
In the Twitterverse
