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Dr. Carl Schultz with Imagine Learning speak about how utilizing virtual certified teachers proves instrumental in addressing the teacher shortage, facilitating course expansion, and retaining students by offering a flexible alternative program.

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“Show me the Money” It’s Out There! Learn about the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and ways to support keeping money in the classroom. Executive Director of The Metro Bureau, Melissa Baker, is joined by Jesse Nelson Partner with Baker Tilly to discuss a follow up to the October 12 seminar, “Show me the Money” It’s Out There! Hear what you need to know regarding the Inflation Reduction Act - funding for your construction projects now and in the future.

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Associate Executive Director of The Metro Bureau, Mike Van Camp is joined by Shawn Patterson (Founder / CEO) and Cari Sinke (COO) from K12 Media to discuss some quick tips on getting the most out of your communication strategies to district staff members. Discussion topics include; keeping it real and organic, the use of digital tools, and the importance of district branding.

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Associate Executive Director of The Metro Bureau, Mike Van Camp is joined by Shawn Patterson (Founder / CEO) and Cari Sinke (COO) from K12 Media to discuss some quick tips on getting the most out of your communication strategies to your school community. Discussion topics include; keeping it real and organic, the use of digital tools, and the importance of district branding.

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Stay tuned- what legislative mandates and legal outcomes will happen to impact your negotiations and policies. On April 18 we will dig deeper to help districts plan for the 2023 - 2024 school year.Share us - qrco.de/bbRgWNSign Up- www.metrobureau.org/Like our Facebook Page- www.facebook.com/metrobureaudetroit/Follow Us- www.twitter.com/@metrobureaudetJoin our Network - www.linkedin.com/company/metro-bureau

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Hear some thinking from a seasoned teacher with advice on things you can do to improve the good work you are already doing with your students.Share us - qrco.de/bbRgWNSign Up- www.metrobureau.org/Like our Facebook Page- www.facebook.com/metrobureaudetroit/Follow Us- www.twitter.com/@metrobureaudetJoin our Network - www.linkedin.com/company/metro-bureau

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Guest: Dr. Maria Gistinger, CPA, PhD, Director of Business Development for bakertilly Join Melissa Baker, Executive Director of The Metro Bureau and Dr. Maria Gistinger as they discuss trends and challenges schools are facing. Listeners will walk away with information on current trends and challenges school districts are facing in all areas regarding labor shortages; the school funding climate, including the restrictions and needs for the retiree workforce; and Dr. Gistinger’s amazing work to support the social and emotional needs of students through the use of therapy dogs in schools. Tune in and find out.Share us - qrco.de/bbRgWNSign Up- www.metrobureau.org/Like our Facebook Page- www.facebook.com/metrobureaudetroit/Follow Us- www.twitter.com/@metrobureaudetJoin our Network - www.linkedin.com/company/metro-bureau

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Guest: Robert Schindler - Attorney, Miller Johnson, P.L.C.

Join Mike Van Camp, Associate Executive Director of The Metro Bureau and attorney Bob Schindler as they discuss applying the Bill of Rights in the Schoolhouse.

Listeners will walk away with information on applying the Bill of Rights to students, staff, and parents in the school environment. The discussion will focus on current legal decisions involving free speech, religion, search and seizure, and due process. Are rights applied differently in a school setting? Tune in and find out.

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Listeners will walk away with a new knowledge of how our new teachers entering the profession are prepared and how to use that knowledge to support the new teachers as they begin their careers.

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Listeners will walk away with a new knowledge of how our new teachers entering the profession are prepared and how to use that knowledge to support the new teachers as they begin their careers.

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Looking for timely legal insights concerning Threat Assessment Activities, Teams, and Planning. Join Gary Collins and William Blaha from the law firm of Collins and Blaha to learn about school district liability involving school security and threat assessments and school safety preparedness.

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Join The Metro Bureau and special guest Mark Paliszewki from the Consulting Group at RECON Management as he gives insights on the biggest concerns regarding the security assessment of schools, most effective security practices, and ideas on available security technology. Mark has over 30 years of experience in security consulting / compliance and investigations. So if you're looking for safe schools, this is the episode for you!

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Join Vicki Wilson, local principal, consultant, and author of Lead With Instructional Rounds - Creating a Culture of Professional Learning. Hear how this positive spin and strength-focused approach to instructional rounds develops teachers, spreads effective instructional practices throughout a school, and grows a happier school culture.

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Join Mike Van Camp, Metro Bureau’s Associate Executive Director, and special guests; Kathleen Shultz and Chadd Hodkinson of Gallagher and Co., a global insurance brokerage and risk management service. Hear ideas gleaned from recent industry studies and from personal experience to help maintain employee satisfaction and increase employee retention. Listeners will have immediate takeaways they can be put into place within their organizations.

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Join Melissa Baker, Metro Bureau's Executive Director and special guest Dr. Russell Pickell, the superintendent of Riverview Community Schools. Hear Dr. Pickell’s educational journey, as a superintendent for more than 16 years, his advice for those going into this role, his role as an educational influencer, his commitment to public education, and his thoughts on retirement.

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Join Melissa Baker, Metro Bureau's Executive Director and special guest Andrea Oquist, the superintendent of Livonia Public Schools. Hear Superintendent Qquist’s educational journey, her advice for those going into this role, the importance of culture and communication, and her thoughts on being an educational influencer and champion for public education.

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Join Melissa Baker, Metro Bureau’s Executive Director and special guest Dr. Ty Weeks, the new superintendent of Dearborn Heights School District Number 7. Hear his journey to becoming a superintendent, advice for interviewing, and advice for transitioning into his new role and community.

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