Calendar of Events by Date

Mississippi Department of Education: Dropout Prevention Work Session
Robert E. Lee Building | 2nd floor, classroom A
Jackson, MS

In this follow-up technical assistance session, dropout prevention coaches and community organizers will form teams to apply the 15 effective strategies for dropout prevention. Strengths and weaknesses of the district dropout prevention plans will be identified. Participants also will increase their knowledge of ways to assist districts in refining and implementing dropout prevention plans.

Participation is by MDE invitation only, and is limited to MDE staff members.

Contact: Sheril Smith
Phone: (601) 359-5743
E-mail: srsmith@mde.k12.ms.us
Web site: http://secc.sedl.org/events/registrations/cc_reg_form.ph p?action=num_reg&event_ID=00141

Mississippi Department of Education Statewide System of Support Work Session
Courtyard Marriott
Jackson, MS

In this 1-day session, Southeast Comprehensive Center staff convenes the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) Self-Assessment Team to develop a goal statement for the Mississippi Department of Education statewide system of support (SSOS) and to identify priorities to be used in planning for this system.

Contact: Sylvia Segura Pirtle
Phone: 512-391-6545
E-mail: sylvia.pirtle@sedl.org

Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) Office of Healthy Schools: Planning Session
Robert E. Lee Building | 2nd floor, classroom C
Jackson, MS

During this one-day planning session, staff from the Office of Healthy Schools will identify linkages between its work and the MS Board of Education’s vision and mission statements. Participants will develop a plan of work in support of the department’s three goals and five strategies. The plan of work will include action items, a timeline, staff responsible, and resources. Additionally, participants will identify opportunities for coordination of programs and services such as Response to Intervention, High school Redesign, and other MDE programs with health initiatives.

Contact: Lea Ann McElroy
Phone: (601) 359-1737
E-mail: lmcelroy@mde.k12.ms.us
Web site: http://secc.sedl.org/events/registrations/cc_reg_form.ph p?action=num_reg&event_ID=00143

Mississippi Department of Education (MDE): Critical Teacher Shortage Act Work Session
Jackson Marriott Hotel
Jackson, MS

Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) personnel will participate in a Mississippi Critical Teacher Shortage Act work session, facilitated by the Southeast Comprehensive Center (SECC) at SEDL. Outcomes for the work session are:

1. Review/analyze the Mississippi Critical Teacher Shortage Act of 1998 (House Bill 609).
   
2. Identify recommendations for potential revisions to the Mississippi Critical Teacher Shortage Act of 1998 (House Bill 609).
   
3. Review the current MDE process for designating critical shortage areas.
   
4. Identify recommendations for potential revisions to the critical shortage act designation policy.
   

Contact: Daphne Buckley
Phone: (601) 359-3631
E-mail: dbuckley@mde.k12.ms.us
Web site: http://secc.sedl.org/events/registrations/cc_reg_form.ph p?action=num_reg&event_ID=00142

Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) Response to Intervention (RtI) Speakers Bureau Planning Session
Northwest Rankin High School Career Center
Flowood, MS

The Southeast Comprehensive Center (SECC) will facilitate a work session for the newly formed MDE RtI Speakers Bureau. 

Contact: Jean Massey
Phone: 601-359-3764
E-mail: JMassey@mde.k12.ms.us
Web site: http://secc.sedl.org/events/registrations/cc_reg_form.ph p?action=num_reg&event_ID=00138

Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) Response to Intervention (RtI): Work Session #6
Jackson Marriott Hotel
Jackson, MS

This activity is the sixth follow-up RtI work session to continue planning the collaborative technical assistance to be provided to the MDE in its statewide RtI implementation initiative. Participants in this event include the MDE, the Southeast Regional Resource Center (SERRC), the Southeast Equity Center, and the Southeast Comprehensive Center (SECC).

Participation in this event is by invitation only from the MDE.    

Contact: Debra Meibaum
Phone: 601-605-2221
E-mail: debra.meibaum@sedl.org

Response to Intervention (RtI): Regional Summit on Funding Models
Renaissance Atlanta Airport Concourse Hotel
Atlanta, GA

The Southeast Comprehensive Center (SECC) at SEDL will host its Response to Intervention (RtI) Regional Summit on Funding Models in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 25–26, 2009. This meeting is designed to build the capacity of state educational agencies (SEAS) to implement RtI using various funding methods. This regional meeting is designed for six-member state teams consisting of superintendents and directors who have programmatic and/or budgetary responsibilities.

Lunch will be provided on both days. A continental breakfast will be provided on 2/26/09.

Registration deadline is January 16, 2009.

Contact: Dr. Ada Muoneke
Phone: 512-391-6540
E-mail: ada.muoneke@sedl.org
Web site: http://secc.sedl.org/events/registrations/cc_reg_form.ph p?action=num_reg&event_ID=00125

BOOST Conference
Palm Springs, CA

Join one of the nation's largest and most recognized conferences for after school and out-of-school time professionals. Set in a retreat-like atmosphere, this extraordinary event will rejuvenate your passion and boost your direction for quality programming. We invite you to experience the most invigorating blend of networking and teambuilding opportunities, exceptional workshop presenters to learn and grow with and the latest trends and research in out-of-school time programming. Connect with over 100 Exhibitors sharing the newest resources, products and services to enhance your programs. Have an opportunity to experience guest speakers, special events, and entertainment that will inspire you to create change. Meals and plenty of sunshine also included.

Contact: Tia Quinn
Phone: 619-23-BOOST
E-mail: tia@boostcollaborative.org
Web site: http://www.boostconference.org