The Metro Minute

The Metro Minute
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Welcome to the Metro Minute! Your first stop for anything in public education. Relationship building is a key part of being an educational leader. Through our work at the Metro Bureau and through these podcasts we provide countless opportunities to build relationships with colleagues and experienced professionals who provide various levels of support, problem solving, and professional development for the vital work we do in schools. Join us to hear from the top leaders in education, as we support you in moving your district future forward.

  1. I don’t have a Physics teacher, now what do I do?

    01/01/2024

    I don’t have a Physics teacher, now what do I do?

    Dr. Carl Schultz with Imagine Learning speak about how utilizing virtual certified teachers proves instrumental in addressing the teacher shortage, facilitating course expansion, and retaining students by offering a flexible alternative program.

    17 min
  2. The Inflation Reduction Act

    12/06/2023

    The Inflation Reduction Act

    “Show me the Money” It’s Out There! Learn about the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and ways to support keeping money in the classroom. Executive Director of The Metro Bureau, Melissa Baker, is joined by Jesse Nelson Partner with Baker Tilly to discuss a follow up to the October 12 seminar, “Show me the Money” It’s Out There! Hear what you need to know regarding the Inflation Reduction Act - funding for your construction projects now and in the future.

    15 min
  3. School District Communication Part II Maximizing Communication with Your Internal School Community

    08/21/2023

    School District Communication Part II Maximizing Communication with Your Internal School Community

    Associate Executive Director of The Metro Bureau, Mike Van Camp is joined by Shawn Patterson (Founder / CEO) and Cari Sinke (COO) from K12 Media to discuss some quick tips on getting the most out of your communication strategies to district staff members. Discussion topics include; keeping it real and organic, the use of digital tools, and the importance of district branding.

    12 min
  4. School District Communication: Part I Maximizing Communication Your External School Community

    08/14/2023

    School District Communication: Part I Maximizing Communication Your External School Community

    Associate Executive Director of The Metro Bureau, Mike Van Camp is joined by Shawn Patterson (Founder / CEO) and Cari Sinke (COO) from K12 Media to discuss some quick tips on getting the most out of your communication strategies to your school community. Discussion topics include; keeping it real and organic, the use of digital tools, and the importance of district branding.

    14 min
  5. Times They May Be a Changing - Buckle up!!

    03/27/2023

    Times They May Be a Changing - Buckle up!!

    Stay tuned- what legislative mandates and legal outcomes will happen to impact your negotiations and policies. On April 18 we will dig deeper to help districts plan for the 2023 - 2024 school year. Share us - qrco.de/bbRgWN Sign Up - www.metrobureau.org/ Like our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/metrobureaudetroit/ Follow Us - www.twitter.com/@metrobureaudet Join our Network - www.linkedin.com/company/metro-bureau

    17 min
  6. Be a Better Teacher

    02/08/2023

    Be a Better Teacher

    Hear some thinking from a seasoned teacher with advice on things you can do to improve the good work you are already doing with your students. Share us - qrco.de/bbRgWN Sign Up - www.metrobureau.org/ Like our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/metrobureaudetroit/ Follow Us - www.twitter.com/@metrobureaudet Join our Network - www.linkedin.com/company/metro-bureau

    15 min
  7. Trends Challenges And New Hope For Schools From An Expert In The Field

    12/19/2022

    Trends Challenges And New Hope For Schools From An Expert In The Field

    Guest: Dr. Maria Gistinger, CPA, PhD, Director of Business Development for bakertilly Join Melissa Baker, Executive Director of The Metro Bureau and Dr. Maria Gistinger as they discuss trends and challenges schools are facing. Listeners will walk away with information on current trends and challenges school districts are facing in all areas regarding labor shortages; the school funding climate, including the restrictions and needs for the retiree workforce; and Dr. Gistinger’s amazing work to support the social and emotional needs of students through the use of therapy dogs in schools. Tune in and find out. Share us - qrco.de/bbRgWN Sign Up - www.metrobureau.org/ Like our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/metrobureaudetroit/ Follow Us - www.twitter.com/@metrobureaudet Join our Network - www.linkedin.com/company/metro-bureau

    15 min

  8. 11/28/2022

    Bill of Rights in the Schoolhouse

    Guest: Robert Schindler - Attorney, Miller Johnson, P.L.C. Join Mike Van Camp, Associate Executive Director of The Metro Bureau and attorney Bob Schindler as they discuss applying the Bill of Rights in the Schoolhouse. Listeners will walk away with information on applying the Bill of Rights to students, staff, and parents in the school environment. The discussion will focus on current legal decisions involving free speech, religion, search and seizure, and due process. Are rights applied differently in a school setting? Tune in and find out. Share us - qrco.de/bbRgWN Sign Up - www.metrobureau.org/ Like our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/metrobureaudetroit/ Follow Us - www.twitter.com/@metrobureaudet Join our Network - www.linkedin.com/company/metro-bureau

    16 min
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Welcome to the Metro Minute! Your first stop for anything in public education. Relationship building is a key part of being an educational leader. Through our work at the Metro Bureau and through these podcasts we provide countless opportunities to build relationships with colleagues and experienced professionals who provide various levels of support, problem solving, and professional development for the vital work we do in schools. Join us to hear from the top leaders in education, as we support you in moving your district future forward.

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    The Metro Minute
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    20
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