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Summer Institute

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Treetops Resort
3962 Wilkinson Rd
Gaylord MI

Summer Institute 2024

 

Experience the ultimate educational retreat this summer at Treetops Resort, nestled amidst the tranquil beauty of Northern Michigan. Immerse yourself in a transformative learning experience, starting with our exclusive full-day workshop on Friday, followed by a series of Board Member Certification (CBA) courses and Board Presidents Workshops throughout the weekend.

But it's not just about sharpening your skills, you'll also build meaningful connections with fellow school board members and educational leaders. Engage in lively discussions, exchange ideas and cultivate relationships that will drive your professional growth.

EXPLORE TREETOPS RESORT

 

Schedule At-a-Glance

Breakfast and lunch are included for all-day participants who are registered to attend both morning and afternoon classes.

Fees: The full-day workshop costs $198. All classes are $99 each except for CBA 101 and Board Presidents Workshops, which are $198 each.

*Training qualifies for reimbursement by the Michigan Department of Education. School Districts may receive up to $100 per class per board member. 

VIEW CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

 

Friday, Aug. 16

8:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Full-Day Workshop

10 EDU credits

Session details coming soon!

3:30 – 6 p.m.

Dinner on Your Own

6 – 9 p.m.

(Choose one class below)

CBA 102: Governing Through Policy*
CBA 226: Exercising Political Judgement
CBA 251: District Strategic Planning and Goal Setting*
CBA 263: Collecting Feedback
MASB Superintendent Evaluation and Rater Reliability Training


Saturday, Aug. 17

8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

(Choose one class below)

CBA 109: Data-Informed Decisionmaking*
CBA 259: Creating Trust: Key Ingredient in School Improvement*
CBA 274: Board Self-Evaluation for Continuous Improvement
CBA 381: Focus on Student Achievement

8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

(Choose one class below)

Board Presidents Workshop Part 1

12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

(Choose one class below)

CBA 106: Community Relations*
CBA 213: Capital Planning for Your District*
CBA 278: Dealing With Difficult People
CBA 361: Grassroots Advocacy

3:30 – 6 p.m.

Dinner on Your Own

6 – 9 p.m.

(Choose one class below)

CBA 103: Basic School Finance*
CBA 264: Shaping Public Opinion
CBA 297: Effective Board Meetings*
CBA 327: Ethics in Action
MASB Superintendent Evaluation and Rater Reliability Training


Sunday, Aug. 18

8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

(Choose one class below)

CBA 104: Basic School Law*
CBA 232: Communicating Effectively in Difficult Times
CBA 298: Professional Learning Communities: A Building Block of High Performing Schools
CBA 380: Effective Committee Structure*

8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

(Choose one class below)

Board Presidents Workshop Part 2

12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

(Choose one class below)

CBA 105: Curriculum and Instruction*
NEW! CBA 265: Practical Advocacy
CBA 315: Anatomy of an Audit Report*
CBA 350: Generational Diversity for School Board Members

*Training qualifies for reimbursement by the Michigan Department of Education. School Districts may receive up to $100 per class per board member.

 

SCECHs

Administrators and educators may receive SCECH certification credits for attendance upon approval.

COMPLETE SCECH FORM

 

 

Hotel Accommodations

Treetops Resort
3962 Wilkinson Rd
Gaylord, MI 49735


Room Rates
Inn Deluxe Room: $148
Inn Standard Room: $136

(Before applicable taxes, fees and $15 daily resort fee; proof of sales tax exemption must be received by the hotel.)

 

Reservation Deadline: July 8, 2024

Call 855.261.8764 to make a reservation and mention the Michigan Association of School Boards. No online group booking is available at this time.

 

 


 

Generously Supported By:

Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Care Network of Michigan Dean Transportation Neola SET SEG