April Holidays & Recognition Days
Arab American Heritage MonthArab American Heritage Month is a celebration held in April each year to recognize and honor the contributions and achievements of Arab Americans to the United States. This month-long observance aims to raise awareness and promote a deeper understanding of Arab American culture, history and heritage. The celebration of Arab American Heritage Month involves a wide range of activities and events. These can include cultural festivals, art exhibitions, music…
March Holidays & Recognition Days
National Women’s History Month, MarchWomen's History Month is an annual observance dedicated to celebrating the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. It is celebrated each March and is a time to reflect on the significant roles women have played in shaping society, culture, politics and various fields of work. It is celebrated in many countries around the world, including the United States, the UK, Australia and Canada. In the United States,…
January & February Holidays and Recognition Days
Each month we will provide you with a list of upcoming additional holidays and heritage recognition days that members of your school community may recognize. You will also find resources to inform you and your staff about the dates' significance. January Poverty in America Awareness Month, JanuaryPoverty in America Awareness Month is a month-long event, held in January each year. It aims to increase awareness about the struggles faced by individuals and families…
November Holidays & Recognition Days
Celebrated each November, Alaskan Indian and American Native Heritage Month is a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the rich cultural heritage of indigenous peoples in Alaska and America. It is celebrated by various communities, organizations, and institutions worldwide. During the month, people engage in a range of activities and events to highlight the contributions, traditions and resilience of Alaskan Natives and American Indians. These celebrations often involve cultural festivities (such as…
September & October Holidays and Recognition Days
Each month, in addition to Nina Davis's DEI observation and celebration recommendations in The Source, we will provide you with a list of upcoming additional holidays and heritage recognition days that members of your school community may recognize. You will also find resources to inform you and your staff about the dates' significance. September Hispanic Heritage Month September 15-October15): Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 in the…
MASC/MAHS Summer Camp Q&A with Matt Alley
What is MASC/MAHS Summer Leadership Camp? Every year for the past 10 years the SET SEG Foundation has provided $25,000 in scholarships to send over 60 students to the Michigan Association of Student Councils and Honor Societies Summer Leadership Camp. And every year our team visits Camp to see the students in action and talk to them about their experiences. “Life changing.” “An unforgettable experience.” “My favorite time of year.” These are…
The Power of Validation and Active Listening: Fostering a Supportive School Environment
In any educational institution, the success of students is undeniably tied to the engagement and dedication of the staff. A school thrives when its staff feels valued, respected and heard. Validating and actively listening to your staff can lead to improved morale, increased job satisfaction and ultimately better outcomes for students. The role of an assistant principal is critical to this process. We are setting the tone for our buildings as we…
Stepping Out to Step Up
The school year will soon hit a feverish pace if it hasn’t already, and students haven’t stepped into the building for classes yet. Like many APs and Deans you’re already wondering where the time went. Piles of paper are stacking up, challenges are already finding their way to your desk, and that chair is feeling more like an anchor than a respite. That’s because it is! Get up, step out, and step…
AIgiarism: AI and Plagiarism Join Forces
Just when you think you’ve seen it all, artificial intelligence makes its debut in education. Since at least the Spring of 2023, artificial intelligence platforms such as ChatGPT and Google Bard have changed the way students use technology to plagiarize. The days of purchasing an essay online or Googling answers to homework assignments are on the road to extinction after the launch of these efficient and impressive AI platforms. The age of…
Who Must Get an Individualized Development Plan?
IDPs play a vital, legally required role in evaluating probationary teachers, certain tenured teachers, and building-level school administrators and central-office administrators who are regularly involved in instructional matters. Teachers RSC Section 1249 mandates that schools develop an IDP for all teachers in their first year of probation, and for any teacher (tenured or probationary) who received a “minimally effective” or “ineffective” rating on their most recent performance evaluation. Even an “effective” or…