MiCoOp Events

2024-25 Call/Webinar Schedule

The goal of the calls and webinars is to share expertise, experience, and energy around changing the focus of teaching and learning. Michigan CoOp members will have the opportunity to ask questions and talk with the guest speakers during webinars. All webinars will be recorded and posted on the MiCoOp website. Instructions to call in will be sent to your email prior to each webinar or call.

Membership Webinar Schedule
Date Time
(all in Eastern Time Zone)		 Special Guest
October 14, 2024 1:00 pm Michigan College Access Network 101
Jeneen Hatoum, MCAN Director of High School Innovation
Patrick Brown, MCAN Director of Adult Student Attainment Strategy

Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) works as a statewide leadership nonprofit on policies, programs and grants to accelerate more Michigan students into high wage earning careers through postsecondary opportunities. They will share some of their strategic cross sector work between K-12, higher education, adult learning, and workforce development through partnerships, professional learning and policy recommendations. Explore how you can be connected with their work, what strategies and initiatives they are lifting up. MCAN and its partners are creating new opportunities for collaboration and integration, empowering learners and leaders at all stages toward Michigan's pursuit of Sixty by 30.
November 13, 2024 10:00 am ET Being Brave: A Journey to Personalized Competency-Based Learning
Cory Steiner, Superintendent, Northern Cass School District

Northern Cass School District #97 has been on a journey to transform its system from one based on tradition to one which utilizes personalized competency-based learning. As part of this journey, Northern Cass understands every learner has a unique story to share and it is the responsibility of the district to engage learners in experiences which allow them to develop and share this story. With the help of Mastery Transcript Consortium, Northern Cass is creating a model which gathers evidence of learning while focusing on providing experiences where learners develop unique skills linked to the district's Portrait of a Learner. Come learn about a district which embraces being brave before perfect in order to create a true learner-centered system.
December 6, 2024 11:00 am PSAs vs. LEAs: What Sets Them Apart?
Chris Loiselle, Charter Schools Office Director, and Beth Taylor, Charter Schools Office School Support Specialist
Ferris State University

Ready to uncover the key differences and surprising similarities between Public School Academies (PSAs) and Local Education Agencies (LEAs)? This dynamic webinar will break down how these two education powerhouses operate, from governance and funding to accountability and autonomy. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, or education enthusiast, you’ll gain insider knowledge on how PSAs and LEAs impact the learning landscape. Don't miss this chance to elevate your understanding, ask your burning questions, and walk away with a fresh perspective on the future of education!
January 29, 2025 12:00 pm ET / 10:00 am MT Empowering Families: Enhancing School Choice through Partnerships
Wendy McFarland, High School Partner Director, and Dana van Deinse, Partner Director for Elementary Programs
Sequoia Choice - Arizona Distance Learning

Discover how an Arizona online school collaborates with niche educational partners, microschools and flexible in-person centers to provide unique learning opportunities for families while boosting school enrollment.
February 4-6, 2025 Varies MiCoOp Virtual Winter Conference
March 6, 2025 6:30 pm ET / 3:30 pm MT Living in Beta
Facilitator: Chad Carlson, Director of Research & Design, One Stone, Boise, ID
Panelists: One Stone students and coaches

What if education was about more than just learning facts—what if it helped students discover who they truly are? One Stone’s Living in Beta program empowers students to explore their interests, align their passions with purpose, and approach learning with intention. Through real-world experiences like internships, passion projects, and other student-driven activities, students gain the self-awareness and practical skills needed to learn with greater intention and pursue meaningful growth. Join this lively panel of One Stone students and coaches to hear firsthand how Living in Beta is shaping their journeys and preparing them for life beyond school.
April 30, 2025 11:00 am ET Personalized Pathways: Preparing Students for Future Success in Virtual and Beyond
Join the MiCoOp and the Personalized Learning Task Force (PLTF) for an insightful webinar on creating personalized educational pathways that equip students for the future workforce. We'll debunk common myths about virtual learning, explore innovative accountability models, and delve into state-specific strategies for personalized and competency-based education. Discover how to ensure students develop the essential knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to thrive in an evolving job market. Featuring expert panelists from Texas, Kentucky, and North Dakota, as well as a student perspective, this webinar offers practical insights for educators, administrators, parents, and policymakers.

Panel Members:
D Thompson, Founder & Principal Consultant, DT Strategic, TX
Daniel Pfaff, Digital Learning Coordinator, Shelby County Public Schools, KY
Jessica Enderson, Lead Consultant, Learner Centered Leadership
May 20, 2025 2:00 pm Increasing Attendance and Engagement in Virtual Special Education Sessions
Presenters: Laura Bartel, Special Education/Student Services Coordinator, and Link Learning Special Education Teachers

Special educators from Link Learning—an online, asynchronous high school in Michigan—will share how they tackled a significant challenge: low attendance and engagement in virtual special education sessions. This session will highlight the key barriers they identified and the practical strategies they implemented to increase participation. Participants will leave with actionable ideas and adaptable tools to improve attendance, enhance engagement, and strengthen service delivery in their own virtual or hybrid special education settings.
Superintendent Calls (members only)
All calls are at 8:30 am.

August 21, 2024
September 25, 2024
October 23, 2024
November 26, 2024
December 18, 2024
January 22, 2025
February 27, 2025
March 26, 2025
April 23, 2025
May 28, 2025
June 25, 2025
Curriculum Directors Calls (members only)
Date Time
October 22, 2024 9:00 am
March 13, 2025 1:00 pm
Virtual School Directors Calls (members only)
Date Time
November 12, 2024 9:00 am
February 13, 2025 2:00 pm
Partnership Calls (members only)
Date Time
September 18, 2024 (Directors Only) 10:00 am
January 7, 2025 12:00 pm
April 24, 2025 (Directors Only) 2:00 pm
Public Webinars and Events

PUBLIC WEBINARS


For non-MiCoOp members, please complete the registration form for each webinar you would like to receive a link to participate.
Date Time Topic
October 14, 2024 1:00 pm Michigan College Access Network 101
Jeneen Hatoum, MCAN Director of High School Innovation
Patrick Brown, MCAN Director of Adult Student Attainment Strategy

Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) works as a statewide leadership nonprofit on policies, programs and grants to accelerate more Michigan students into high wage earning careers through postsecondary opportunities. They will share some of their strategic cross sector work between K-12, higher education, adult learning, and workforce development through partnerships, professional learning and policy recommendations. Explore how you can be connected with their work, what strategies and initiatives they are lifting up. MCAN and its partners are creating new opportunities for collaboration and integration, empowering learners and leaders at all stages toward Michigan's pursuit of Sixty by 30.

Register Here
March 6, 2025 6:30 pm ET / 3:30 pm MT Living in Beta
Facilitator: Chad Carlson, Director of Research & Design, One Stone, Boise, ID
Panelists: One Stone students and coaches

What if education was about more than just learning facts—what if it helped students discover who they truly are? One Stone’s Living in Beta program empowers students to explore their interests, align their passions with purpose, and approach learning with intention. Through real-world experiences like internships, passion projects, and other student-driven activities, students gain the self-awareness and practical skills needed to learn with greater intention and pursue meaningful growth. Join this lively panel of One Stone students and coaches to hear firsthand how Living in Beta is shaping their journeys and preparing them for life beyond school.

Register Here