2022 SUMMER SERIES sponsored by ISBC
Thursdays, August 4, 11, 18, 2022 - Noon to 2 pm
If you can't join us on the dates listed, we're recording and will have video links available!
August 4, 2022 Transformational Change through ESSER I, II and III Review
12:00 pm Emily Dean and Jule Walker
Three rounds of the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund have been authorized by Congress in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These emergency funds were appropriated to address the past, ongoing, and future impacts of COVID-19.
Understanding and executing projects and programming with ESSER funds may feel overwhelming and complex; however, the funds made available through ESSER I, II and III present an opportunity to adequately and fully respond to the impacts of COVID-19, academically and otherwise, while concurrently setting up Montana’s students and public schools for a transformational opportunity. This presentation will review ESSER I, II, and III and opportunities available to maximize impact for students.
August 11, 2022 School Safety and Security
12:00 pm Jason Russell, Secure Education Consultants
Jason Russell, CEO and President of Secure Education Consultants, will discuss school safety and security measures to protect students and staff. He is responsible for overseeing all company operations, product development, and quality assurance. SEC is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan and serves 100’s of clients in over 30 states.
Prior to founding SEC, Jason served with the United States Secret Service as a Special Agent. During his tenure, Jason was involved in protective and investigative assignments as well as protecting the President and Vice President along with all living former Presidents. In addition to protection assignments, Jason served as the Secret Service Lead Instructor at the International Law Enforcement Academy, a Physical Fitness Coordinator, and on the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
Jason began his law enforcement career with the Lansing Police Department (LPD). While with the LPD, Jason was recognized with a lifesaving award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Jason has worked on the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force, and various multi-jurisdictional enforcement initiatives.
August 18, 2022 Personalized Learning, Strategic Governance, and Staff Recruitment
12:00 pm and Retention
Sarah Swanson (tentative), Debra Silk
Montana’s public school districts have access to many resources and flexibilities in the law to promote personalized learning and maximize district resources. These initiatives are most effective when adopted through strategic governance to strengthen the effectiveness of your Board with a clear focus on positive student outcomes. This will have a direct impact on a districts Staff recruitment and retention strategies in a challenging workforce environment.
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