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2024 MDE Continuous Improvement Conference
Welcome to the 2024 Michigan Department of Education Continuous Improvement Conference.
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45pm - 2:00pm EST
A cultural shift from compliance to continuous improvement in education is essential as we prioritize professional learning opportunities that embed improvement thinking into everyday teaching practices. Implementing balanced assessment systems that provide real-time feedback, allowing educators to adjust instruction and improve student learning outcomes is imperative. Districts must foster a collaborative environment where teachers share insights and successes, leveraging evidence-driven strategies. Barriers such as poor planning and unclear outcomes can inhibit districts efforts. The MAC has created several Strategic Implementation Guides and Planning Tools that can assist districts as they reexamine their assessment systems.

Supported Strand: Culture, Systems

MODERATOR: Brittany Smith

Speakers
avatar for Kathy Humphrey

Kathy Humphrey

Project Manager, Michigan Assessment Consortium
As a consultant for the Michigan Assessment Consortium (MAC), Kathy Humphrey provides expertise in the use of the MICIP process to build balanced assessment systems. She also contributes to program evaluation, survey research, and project management. At Ingham Intermediate School... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Kalmbach

Nicole Kalmbach

Coordinator of Instructional Services, Data & Assessment, Kalamazoo RESA
Nicole currently serves as a Coordinator of Instructional Services and Community Supports, Data & Assessment at Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency. Since 2016, Nicole has provided professional learning, consulting, and instructional coaching to county districts focused... Read More →
avatar for Ellen Vorenkamp

Ellen Vorenkamp

Assessment Consultant, Michigan Assessment Consortium
Ellen Vorenkamp has worked in the field of education for the past 30+ years. She currently serves as the Professional Learning Director for the Michigan Assessment Consortium (MAC).In addition, she is a lead for the FAME program through MDE, a board member for the MAC and a private... Read More →
Thursday November 21, 2024 12:45pm - 2:00pm EST
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