October Update by David Hundt

Extended Continuity of Learning Plans

A page for E-COL Plans has been build with the most up to date information.  SB 927 introduced a variety of changes to PA 149 (Extended COVID-19 Learning Plans). There are now additional reporting requirements for Reconfirmation Meetings and a new requirement to publish training on virtual content to teachers, parents, and students.

MICIP Update

The MI Integrated Continuous Improvement Proces (MICIP) development continues on schedule. The final testing phase was completed in September, and Testing Partners will get early access to the MICIP Platform starting this month. MDE anticipates a statewide rollout in January. We will all use the MICIP process to complete our continuous improvement (formerly school and district improvement).  Check out the GETTING STARTED with MICIP page. 
​While we're waiting for the statewide rollout, it is important for your organization to get connected to MiDataHub. Districts must be connected to the Data Hub to use MICIP. MICIP will also interact with NEXUS, the platform that is replacing MEGS+. In other words, you will not be able to complete your consolidated application in 2021 unless you are connected to the Data Hub. I suggest getting connected earlier rather than later to work out any issues.

Virtual Title I Parent Meeting Toolkit

Many schools are not able to complete their normal Title I Parent Meeting this year due to restrictions on large gatherings, not allowing parents into the building, or running 100% remote programs. The following resources will help you meet the requirements for the Title I Parent Meeting, including sharing about Title I and soliciting input on required documents.

Instructions/links to all docs and surveys: Virtual Parent Meeting Toolkit
Also, a MDE OES published:  family engagement during COVID-19.