Michael Mancini

"Adoption of the Ed 306 Minimum Standards for Public Schools Approval is significant to keeping NH as a highly ranked state overall and for Pre-K – 12 public education. Standards that create inequities, remove choices, lower quality, de-value trained and licensed teachers, and are not informed by peer-reviewed research should not be considered." ~From a collaborative letter from NHSAA, NHASP, NHASEA, NHASCD to NH State Board of Education Watch this incredible video by kartoonEDU highlighting why the Ed 306 rules are so important to NH public education standards. https://lnkd.in/eAPkXYR8

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Below are five tips on how to plan college visits effectively and what you can do while you are there. We used #Boston University as an example. https://lnkd.in/eD4dNKkv

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Attending today's Virginia Regional Accreditation Symposium webinar: "Discussion and Analysis of Recent Department of Ed Rules Impacting Higher Education": https://lnkd.in/ewx4SUbB #HigherEd #Accreditation #EducationPolicy #EducationalRegulation #BorrowerDefense #GainfulEmployment #HigherEducation

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In light of the New Hampshire House set to vote down the proposed rural teacher recruitment fund, it's crucial to explore alternative solutions that don't rely solely on legislative action. At Proximity Learning, Inc., we're working to effectively bridge the gap in rural education. Proximity Learning leverages virtual classrooms and certified remote teachers to provide high-quality education to students in underserved areas. This not only addresses the immediate teacher shortage but also offers a sustainable, cost-effective solution by utilizing existing resources. With PLI, we do our best to ensure that students in rural communities receive the education they deserve, regardless of geographic limitations. It's time to think outside the box and embrace technology to create equitable learning opportunities for all. #Education #EdTech #RuralEducation #ProximityLearning #InnovationInEducation

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Check out Luciana C. de Oliveira, Ph.D. and Jia Gui, Ph.D.'s recent article published in the NYS TESOL Journal entitled, "Implementing Code-Breaking With Multilingual Learners: Principles and Instructional Planning." Teachers are now even more empowered to facilitate "learning language, learning through languages, and learning about language" (p. 13) by coupling the LACI instructional framework with The Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages (OBEWL)'s Academic and Linguistic Demands document published Fall 2023. https://lnkd.in/e9jMCvGt #TESOL #ENL #ESL #Equity #Diversity #Inclusion #ESOL #Language #Education

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Academic partnerships are the bridges that connect knowledge, innovation, and collaboration, enabling institutions to transform challenges into opportunities and foster a culture of collective growth and discovery. Higher education leaders must listen and engage those industries leaning on us for their workforce needs!

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University at Buffalo Graduate School of Education So looking forward to this! If you are interested in improving your Teaching Black History skills please come to this informational session. #teachingblackhistory #blackhistorymatters

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The Arts Matter in CT. More Arts funding means the arts can be even bigger business. Currently at 4% of CT GDP, more than construction…and the Arts improve health, wellbeing and education too!

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In modern America, it takes political courage to promote the critical pieces of public policy required to help manage the negative impacts generated by our way of life.

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Supporting student success🙌 Governor Kathy Hochul celebrated the historic expansion of the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) today at Farmingdale State College. Thanks to the changes from Governor Hochul & the Legislature, nearly 93,000 students will benefit from TAP. Highlighting the impact of TAP, Governor Hochul also released the New York State TAP Difference Report. The report showcases the deep impact of TAP, from improving completion rates to broadening college access. Chancellor King added, "New York’s Tuition Assistance Program, along with help from federal and institutional aid, has made it possible for 52% of SUNY’s resident students to attend college tuition-free. This report shows how vital TAP is for student success and upward mobility, and now that Governor Hochul and the legislature have doubled the minimum TAP award from $500 to $1,000, and increased income thresholds, we are looking forward to writing the next chapter of student success for New Yorkers." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eJr72g52

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Not sure what to expect from a career as a transition specialist? Hear it firsthand from recent @UMassBoston Transition Leadership Program graduate Lola Piscopo:   “I came in with a pretty solid foundation of experience teaching transition aged youth, which was helpful… but I had no idea how much more there was to learn! Here are my top two take-aways:   First, is understanding how much of the job of a Transition Specialist is focused on networking, collaboration, listening, and problem solving. Through all our courses we were able to practice this skill. Now I feel confident reaching out to folks because I have already begun to establish those relationships.   Second, is knowing how to research and where to look for resources about transition when I need them. I’ve learned from the professors in this program and other cohort members that there are so many amazing research based and applicable resources out there that have already been created. I’m excited I get to share them with my colleagues, families, and students to support their success.”   Don’t delay, apply today and get your spot in the Transition Leadership Program! https://lnkd.in/e9tzEM_V   @communityinclusion, @globalinclusion #TLP #TLPFeatureFriday #TransitionLeadership #InclusiveEd #TransitiontoAdulthood https://lnkd.in/eCFufd3Z https://lnkd.in/eN4Xxdya

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A number of new/amended federal regulations are to be implemented by colleges and universities the before August 1st. Review the list compiled by the American Council on Education linked here. https://lnkd.in/esMk6g4c #titleix #gainfulemployment #overtimerule #netneutrality

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The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and American Council on Education have partnered to propose two methodologies for achieving a universal measurement of socioeconomic mobility across all American Higher Education Institutions. The importance of accurate data reporting cannot be overstated, as socioeconomic mobility, workforce development, performance-based funding, and student debt discussions revolve around one central concern: student performance and meaningful outcomes. This week, I share summarized insights of the report, and encourage more discussion about the two data systems IPEDS and NSLDS. #HigherEd #Policy

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Listen in to this episode of the Simply Dynamic Podcast to hear perspectives on leadership in higher education, an expert tip on embracing adaptability and flexibility to your advantage, and career insights on self-leadership, habits, and routines for your career success.

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Yesterday, the New York State Education Department presented a new vision for State Graduation Requirements. This November, the Department is expected to present its related state department implementation plan. Other states looking to similarly move toward modernizing graduation requirements and measures can access two reports that helped inform years of rigorous analysis and deliberation underlying NYSED's efforts. The reports, curated by the Region 2 Comprehensive Center at NYSED's request, reflect what is known about how other states approach graduation measures and requirements, including performance based assessments. They are accessible here: https://lnkd.in/erehmR-B #R2CC WestEd #GraduationRequirements #GraduationMeasures

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Massachusetts’s Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded $1.3 million in Higher Education Innovation Fund (HEIF) grants to advance racial equity on campuses across the state.   The Massachusetts Executive Office of Education and MA Department of Higher Education released a joint press release on Tuesday, in which Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler, PhD said, “these grants are part of larger efforts to create a public higher educations system that serves all students equitably.” Bridgewater State University will oversee the $250,000 grant for the “Racial Equity and Justice Institute” project, intended to infuse tenets of racial equity into all partner institutions. Quinsigamond Community College in #Worcester was awarded $51,968 toward the development of a #diversity, equity, and #inclusion certificate program.  $139,828 at North Shore Community College will go to the #Massachusetts Community College Prior Learning Assessment, which provides opportunities for college credits from prior learning and experience, and Holyoke Community College will oversee $230,340 for Massachusetts Community Colleges Equity Consortium, which connects institutions with anti-racist resources and best practices. $168,813 at Middlesex Community College (MCC) will help develop the Community Leadership Credit Certificate, which teaches students how to be active leaders in their communities, while $70,000 at MCC, as well as $100,000 at UMass Boston, will go toward partnerships with behavioral health providers in promoting diversity in workforce training and behavioral health education. Formerly known as the Performance Incentive Fund, the HEIF supports campus programming geared towards educational opportunities for the diverse population of Massachusetts. Noe Ortega, the state’s commissioner of higher education, said, “Building a more equitable landscape in higher education hinges on cultivating a culture of collaboration, and these systemwide and regional consortia demonstrate how our Commonwealth’s leaders are committed to working together to improve outcomes for students of color.” - from Insight Into Diversity #CommunityColleges #RacialEquity #HigherEd #EquityInEducation #Antiracism #WorkforceDiversity

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