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Events
I Pre-Proposal Bidders Conference I September 16, 2008 from 1:00 p.M. to 2:00 P. M The Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD
MSDE hosts a pre-proposal conference for all organizations interested in submitting an application for a charter school grant. Pre-proposal conference attendance is recommended for the entire session if your organization plans to submit a proposal. Please RSVP to charterschools@msde.state.md.us. Include the attendee name, the proposed school name, the e-mail address of the attendee, and a phone number. Visit http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/programs/ charter_schools/docs/Preproposal_Conf.htm for details.
I Technical Assistance Workshops for Planning and Implementation Grant I
September 16, 2008 from 2:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD MCSN is holding a question and answer workshop for those organizations who are planning to submit an application for a charter school grant to MSDE. Bring a copy of the proposal that you submitted to your district to the workshop. For more information, please contact Stephanie Simms at (800) 689-3795 ext. 1. Please RSVP to info@mdcharternetwork.org. Include the attendee name, the proposed school name, and a phone number.
I Introduction to Maryland Charter Schools I Presented by the Maryland Charter School Network at various locations throughout Maryland
Contact MCSN if you are interested in having a Workshop in your area
Are you interested in learning more about charter schools in Maryland? The Maryland Charter School Network is offering a workshop in your area for parents and community groups explaining the charter school law and the process for creating charter schools. The workshops are offered at no charge and will also provide an opportunity for participants to ask questions and share information. For more information, please contact Stephanie Simms at (800) 689-3795 Ext 1 or via e-mail. Please RSVP to info@mdcharternetwork.org. Include the attendee name and a phone number. If you are interested in having a workshop come to your area, please contact Stephanie.
I Application Development SEries I Presented by the Maryland Charter School Network via Webinar Technology
Developing a charter school in Maryland? Get help every step of the way from the comfort of your home or office. MCSN is offering its popular Charter School Application Development Series. In this workshop series, we take participants step-by-step from the beginning of the application process all the way through to submission of a proposal. Workshops are offered at no charge and provide an opportunity for participants to ask questions and share information. Our popular webinar series is being repeated and we're moving the date and time in response to overwhelming demand for sessions on consecutive Saturday mornings, from 9 AM to 11 AM . Each webinar begins with an interactive online visual presentation that you will review on your computer screen. You will listen and interact with talented instructors with national expertise through regular telephone lines. There is no special software; it is simple and convenient!
designing your school. This workshop will cover: Mission, Vision, Philosophy, and Crafting a Charter Application. Operation Plan. This workshop will cover organizational, governing, and administrative structures and implementation of the charter. educational plan - part 1. This workshop will cover: Educational Focus, Educational Needs, Goals, and Community Involvement. educational plan - part 2. This workshop will cover: Instructional Methodology and Professional Development. educational plan - part 3. This workshop will cover: Instructional Methodology and Professional Development. Special Education. This workshop will cover legal responsibilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the individualized education program (IEP) process, implementation of a special education program, and a discussion of liability issues in Maryland. Facilities. This workshop will cover the basics of facility planning, needs assessment, site selection, construction, and financing. JUNE 7─ACCOUNTABILITY. This workshop will cover how to develop an accountability plan. JUNE 14─BUSINESS PLAN. This workshop will cover finance, financial planning and accounting, insurance, and audits.
Not sure how to use Webinar technology? Don't worry we will walk you though the process. All you need is Internet access and a telephone. There is no fee for these workshops, but registration is required. Call (800) 689-3795 ext 1or email rsvp@mdcharternetwork.org to register. Kindly register a minimum of three days in advance of the workshop date. I charter Development SEries I In-Person Workshops presented by the Maryland Charter School Network Workshop Location: Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations 110 W Ostend St, Suite 201, Baltimore, MD 21230 JUNE 21─EFFECTIVE BOARD GOVERNANCE . 9:30am - 3:30 pm This workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of effective nonprofit board governance in a charter school setting. Instructor Mark Cannon JUNE 28─FROM PLAN TO IMPLEMENTATION . 9:30am - 3:30 pm This workshop will take Maryland School developers beyond the initial planning and writing of the application to the elements necessary in the practical implementation of their school. Instructors Jamie Stone and Gladys Graham There is no fee for these workshops, but registration is required. Call (800) 689-3795 ext 1or email rsvp@mdcharternetwork.org to register. Kindly register a minimum of three days in advance of the workshop date
I Save the Date! 6th Annual Maryland Charter School Conference will be on november 13 & 14, 2008 I The Maryland Charter School Network conference is the only state gathering of the entire charter school community in Maryland. Call for School Exhibits and School Student Performances for showcase at the Conference. For more information, please contact Stephanie Simms at (800) 689-3795 ext. 1.
I Stakeholders Meeting I July 18, 2008 charter school roundtable discussion with district liaisons 9:00 am - 1:00 pm The Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD MCSN represents Maryland charter school operators at this meeting hosted by the MSDE Charter School Office. If there are topics that you want MCSN to introduce, please send us an e-mail at info@mdcharternetwork.org. |
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