Michigan Merit Curriculum
MAISA will take leadership in the successful implementation of Michigan’s Merit Curriculum by addressing policy and legislative issues, focusing on instructional strategies that raise student achievement.
- MAISA will develop a strategy through its standing committees to reduce duplication of effort and increase collaboration among our ISD/RESAs in the development of materials, products and standards in support of the Michigan Merit Curriculum.
MDE/MAISA Connections
MAISA will provide leadership and cooperation in the continued implementation of the MDE/MAISA Action Plan agreement to build greater capacity for organizational service and effectiveness including a review/evaluation and improvement of the statewide system of support that focuses on research based innovation at the local level.
Leadership Development
MAISA will support first time ISD/RESA superintendents through mentorship/professional development including the development of an induction system focusing on the unique role of the ISD/RESA superintendent. In addition, MAISA will support the leadership development of first line ISD/RESA assistants.
Educational Policy
MAISA will provide a leadership role in the development of world class educational strategies in Michigan. Important elements in these strategies should include (but not be limited to):
- Early Childhood-MAISA will work with other state-wide organizations to build and implement a state-wide, comprehensive early childhood system.
- Electronic Learning-MAISA will work to identify/develop high quality, low cost e-learning strategies to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of public education in Michigan.
Consolidation of Services
MAISA will provide leadership at the regional and state level to promote and develop appropriate collaborative activities that create efficiencies and expand services to constituent districts.
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
MAISA will provide leadership in cooperation with other state and national organizations in building understanding and appropriate and effective use of the AARA funding in support of long term student focused projects and efforts.