MASSP is dedicated to keeping our members informed as the situation with COVID-19 develops. Each weekday during the school shut down you can count on an email from us. We will compile and summarize the latest updates and provide the latest resources to help you navigate the challenges that may arise in the coming weeks.
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.
Town Hall with Governor Whitmer
MASSP’s Town Hall virtual meeting with Governor Whitmer is a member’s only opportunity on Wednesday, April 8 at 3:15 p.m. The event is capped at 500 so we cannot accommodate the participation of non-members.
Leader2Leader
The Continuous Learning Template Districts are required to complete has been released from MDE and MAISA have created a Quick Start Guide to assist Districts and Schools as they work to complete their plans. What considerations do you need to have in mind as you think about creating and implementing this plan at the middle and high school level? Register for this week’s Leader2Leader to consider all the factors that need to go into a well structured plan.
University of Michigan Trails Program
A message from the TRAILS Program:
As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, TRAILS is committed to supporting our school mental health partners through relevant services, and provision of resources and materials. To ensure we have a complete understanding of the needs of your staff and students, we are asking you to please share this survey out to your district. Responses will help us as we continue to adapt our materials and services to the current situation. The survey is short and takes no more than 5 minutes to complete.
As a reminder, TRAILS has added a new resource page on their website, www.TRAILStoWellness.org, and will upload new content on an ongoing basis. Be sure to check out "Self-Care for Student Support Professionals" that was just released!
News Items and Resources
Michigan Legislature votes to extend emergency declaration 23 days
Mich. Senate extends emergency declaration through April 30
Some Michiganders could get back to work with help from new task force
Coronavirus FAQ from the New York Times (a huge resource w/many topics)
MI man creates homemade social distancing device
York County high school senior makes light-hearted video 'walking' at graduation
How to block 'Zoom bombing' and protect student privacy online
For Teachers
For Students/School Community
Student & Staff Engagement
The Staff at Kalamazoo Central send some love to their Giant Nation (YouTube 4:19min)
Stoney Creek High School Staff Shout Out (YouTube 7:04min)
Social Media Staff Spotlight
Great focus for Assistant Principals Week but really nice touch as an engagement/appreciation strategy for the month highlighting various staff members. Nice job Jackson High School.
Inspirational
MASSP Member Justin Walker, Assistant Principal at Portage Central Middle School, shares his awesome version of Stand by Me: Stand By Me
