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JUNE 2012
Video Message from Commissioner of Education
Missouri Commissioner of Education Chris Nicastro talks about education-related legislation, discusses the state and Department budgets, shares details about the upcoming school administrators conference, gives an update on the Imagine charter school closures, and congratulates educators on wrapping up a successful school year. View video via YouTube or webstream.
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Stay Connected This Summer
Wondering how you can stay connected to what's going on in education this summer? Join us on social media! Follow the Department on Twitter and like us on Facebook to keep up-to-date on what's happening. We'll also be sure to share the latest developments regarding the school administrators conference happening this July. |
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Goal #1 - All Missouri students will graduate college and career ready.
Core Academic Standards Professional Development Series
School district personnel who are responsible for English language arts and mathematics curriculum, and/or staff development, are invited to participate in two professional learning opportunities beginning this summer. Each series will focus on the shifts and implications for curriculum, instruction and assessment with the implementation of Missouri's new core academic standards. Registration deadline is June 11. Register now
New Counselor Institute Registration Open
The Department is offering the New Counselor Institute in conjunction with the MoACTE Summer Conference to be held July 20-26 at the University Plaza Hotel in Springfield, Mo. The Institute is designed for counselors with a temporary authorization certificate or provisional certification. There will also be opportunities for new career center counselors. Enrollment deadline is June 30. Register now
Enrollment Now Open for Summer MOVIP Courses
Registration is open for online classes offered this summer through Missouri's Virtual Instruction Program (MoVIP). A total of 98 K-12 classes will be offered through six summer sessions of eight- and nine-week classes. The cost for each class ranges from $200-$375. Classes are self-paced, which allows students to cover class material at a fast rate. Learn more
Missouri to Participate in GED Test Pilot
Missouri's GEDİ Testing Program will pilot GEDİ testing on computer in preparation for the new GEDİ assessment being introduced in January 2014. GEDİ test registration and scheduling for two pilot locations will be available 24-hours a day, seven days a week, and is offered at St. Charles Community College, Cottleville, Mo., and Metropolitan Community College - Business & Technology Campus, Kansas City, Mo. Read more |
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Goal #2 - All Missouri children will enter kindergarten prepared to be successful in school.
21st Century Community Learning Centers Grants
The Department's Extended Learning/Afterschool Programs section has issued the 21st Century Community Learning Centers 2012-2013 application (for public schools) and invitation to bid (for private schools/organizations). The deadline for submission is 3 p.m. Friday, June 29. More information |
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Goal #3 - Missouri will prepare, develop and support effective educators.
Register Now for the 2012 Administrator's Conference
Sign up now to attend the 51st Annual Cooperative Conference for School Administrators, to be held July 29-31 at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia. Deadline to register online is Friday, July 20.
Andreas Schleicher will be the featured speaker on Sunday, July 29. Schleicher is deputy director for education, and special advisor on education policy to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development's (OECD) Secretary-General. He also provides strategic oversight over OECD's work on the development and utilization of skills and their social and economic outcomes. This includes the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), the OECD Survey of Adult Skills (PIAAC), the OECD Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) and the development and analysis of benchmarks on the performance of education systems (INES).
As mentioned last month, Robert J. Marzano, Ph.D., cofounder and chief executive officer of Marzano Research Laboratory, will be the feature speaker on Monday, July 30.
Missouri Standards for Educator Preparation Programs
The Missouri Standards for Professional Educator Preparation Programs will be presented to the State Board of Education during its meeting on June 19 in Jefferson City. This document builds upon the foundation provided by the Missouri standards and quality indicators for teachers, counselors, librarians and school leaders. One major component is the development of a multi-dimensional annual performance review for educator preparation.
Model Educator Evaluation System
The Office of Educator Quality will seek approval from the State Board of Education at its June meeting to conduct a full-scale pilot project using the state's new model educator evaluation system for the 2012-2013 school year. Information gathered through the pilot project would help determine final revisions to the system. |
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Goal #4 - The Department will improve efficiency and operational effectiveness.
Missouri Disability Determination Services Supports National Workload
This past year, Missouri Disability Determination Services (DDS) assisted with the disability workload from other states, while meeting or exceeding national workload goals. A rise in the number of individuals applying for first-time benefits nationally has created the need for state-to-state assistance. By the end of federal fiscal year 2012, Missouri DDS will have assisted with over 6,000 cases from other states and are compensated for every Social Security Disability claim processed. Missouri DDS is a highly effective and efficient agency, consistently ranking within the top ten states nationally on multiple performance indicators.
Increased Navigability for Data Portal
The Department has added two new tabs to the Missouri Comprehensive Data System Portal to help increase the navigability of data reports. The 'Missouri Dashboard' tab links directly to the Department's Top 10 by 20 monitoring dashboard. The 'A-Z Index' tab directs individuals to an alphabetical listing of alternate data report names to easily locate available guided inquiry reports. In the future, the Department plans to expand the A-Z Index to include the 'Quick Facts' and 'Advanced Inquiry' sections as well.
We Want Your Feedback!
We'd like to hear from you about our Top 10 by 20 UPDATE. Please take a minute to give us your feedback about our e-newsletter and how we can make it better for you. |
Missouri's Top 10 by 20 Initiative
Become a Supporter!
Let us know you support Missouri's Top 10 by 20 initiative! Individuals can sign on as supporters, and organizations can sign on as partners in this effort. We invite your ideas for helping Missouri reach this important goal. Send us a note, or better yet, send a letter to the State Board of Education and/or adopt a resolution at your next meeting. Samples are provided to help you get started.
- More information about the Top 10 by 20 strategic plan
- Information and materials for supporters
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Questions? Contact Us!
Please contact the Department with any questions or suggestions you may have about the Top 10 by 20 initiative or how you can become involved. Contact the Communications Office at 573-751-3469 or email communications@dese.mo.gov. For more information about the Department visit www.dese.mo.gov. |
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Office of the General Counsel, Coordinator - Civil Rights Compliance (Title VI/Title IX/504/ADA/Age Act), 6th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-526-4757 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov. |
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