IN THIS EDITION.. SSoM Welcomes New Member District | School Security Solutions | MECC Reviews 11/21 & 12/15 | SSoM Program Details & Dyslexia Course | Grant Opportunity | SSoM Partner Resources | Joke of the Week | Additional Resources Featuring Museum of the Rockies Exhibit | About SSoM |
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SSoM Welcomes New Member District
HELENA FLATS SCHOOL
Established in 1892, Helena Flats School is a moderately sized K-8 district serving approximately 280 students in Kalispell, MT. Their leadership team implemented a STEM-education focus this year, and the district is making gains with SIPPS and a dedicated reading intervention specialist. Helena Flats School was recently selected for the 2022 Best of Kalispell Award in the Public Educational Institution category by the Kalispell Award Program.
Since early 2021, Helena Flats School has worked with SSoM through customized Professional Learning plans, they recently switched to SSoM Infinite Campus support, and they are exploring additional SSoM programs and services.
Click their logo to learn more, and be sure to give them a hearty GO CHIEFS!
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NEW CO-OP FOOD PROGRAM BENEFIT
RED BUTTON LOCKS
School Security at the
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SCHOOL LOCKING SOLUTIONS - the quickest and most secure way to protect our children in their classroom
Securitech school locking solutions play a vital role in fulfilling the critical mission of securing our nation’s children in an emergency lockdown. With over 20 years of experience, they’re dedicated to developing education K-12 classroom security solutions that provide a safe haven for students.
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Three options are available and feature:
Keyless Instant Lockdown | Visual Indicators & Simple Use
Code-Compliance | Superior Intruder Protection
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For additional details, please contact the SSoM Purchasing Manager directly:
Jennifer Brekke | jbrekke@mt-schools.org | (406) 580-7547
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UPCOMING REVIEW
MONTANA EDUCATION
CURRICULUM CONSORTIUM
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- INFORMATION LITERACY AND LIBRARY MEDIA - |
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NOV 21 @ Anaconda - full day
DEC 15 @ Anaconda - half day 10am -2pm
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*Your shared information helps us plan these sessions & tailor them to meet your needs.
For more information about MECC, please contact our Executive Director:
Melissa Tovaas | mtovaas@mt-schools.org | (646) 831-7264
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SSoM PROGRAM & DYSLEXIA COURSE DETAILS |
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SSoM INFINITE CAMPUS SUPPORT - Make the Switch for FREE
By choosing SSoM as your support team, you're accessing a combined 20+ years of Montana-specific Infinite Campus expertise with a team certified in Support, Implementation Management, and Teaching Teams within Infinite Campus. Virtual and onsite collaboration and training is available for district staff at every skill level in groups or one-on-one. SSoM member districts receive discounted rates for all paid services, and discounted multi-day PD contracts are available for every Montana school.
Questions? Please contact the SSoM Director of Infinite Campus Support Services:
Mary Anne Skinner | maskinner@mt-schools.org | (406) 256-7306
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SSoM MEDICAID BILLING PROGRAM
This program has maximized efficiencies and reimbursements for eligible students with IEPs in Montana's schools for over 9 years. More than 800 direct care providers in Montana currently log services online in the SSoM Service Portal. School districts can be reimbursed for these services for students that have Medicaid. Our system sends claims to Montana Medicaid weekly based on services rendered and the completion of paperwork required for compliance, and schools receive reimbursements weekly.
FYI & MEMBER DISCOUNT
- Your current SPED Director is a vital component in the success of your Medicaid Billing partnership with SSoM, and we urge them to contact us with questions.
- While any school or SPED co-op may utilize this program, member districts receive a 20% service fee discount.
Questions? Please contact the SSoM Medicaid Billing Program Specialist:
Lisa Waterman | Lwaterman@mt-schools.org | (406) 272-0073
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SSoM CO-OP FOOD PROGRAM - Montana Schools May Opt-in for FREE
Program Highlights
- Every school receives the same great prices
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Order as needed; deliveries made as often as weekly via US Foods
- Access US Foods entire website of food, disposables, and smallwares
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Dedicated Account Executive for every school
- One-on-one training available
Questions about this program? Ready to OPT IN? Please contact our Purchasing Manager:
Jennifer Brekke | jbrekke@mt-schools.org | (406) 580-7547
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UNDERSTANDING & SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DYSLEXIA & OTHER READING DISABILITIES, brought to you by SSoM
A Self-Paced, Online Course | Available Thru June 30, 2023 | Register Here
GOAL: to deepen your knowledge about dyslexia as it relates to Montana’s Dyslexia Screening and Intervention Act, the science of reading, and research-based literacy assessment and instructional practices in a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS)
- designed by Genevieve Thomas, literacy expert and consultant at Spark Educational Consulting
- 11 OPI Renewal Units
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SSoM Members receive $20 discount
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FEDERAL GRANT OPPORTUNITY |
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY ANNOUNCES $80M IN GRANTS FOR SCHOOL ENERGY PROJECTS
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced more than $80M, the first tranche of funding in a $500M investment, to make clean energy improvements in K-12 public schools. Funds will empower school districts to make upgrades that will lower facilities’ energy costs and improve student learning environments.
Grant applications will open by the end of 2022.
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SSoM PARTNER RESOURCES & EVENTS |
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MSU SCIENCE MATH RESOURCE CENTER (SMRC)
Featured Events & Articles
>> Science Olympiad Coach Kickoff Nov 29
>> Article: SMRC Instructor uses NSF research to demonstrate Proficiency-based Education
Be sure to check out STEM Resources from SMRC Partners!
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RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR TEACHING & LEARNING
Celebrating 42 Years of Impact!
24K Schools & After-School Sites | 328K Teachers | 8M Students
COMPLIMENTARY 1-HOUR VIRTUAL EVENTS
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Nov 15 Exploring Common Misconceptions about the Science of Reading 3:30pm MT
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Dec 6 The Science of Reading in Practice 3:30pm MT
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Dec 8 A Conversation about Coaching with Jan Hasbrouck and Daryl Michel 2pm MT
For more information about what Collaborative Classroom has to offer to your district, contact:
Melissa Tovaas, Collaborative Classroom Liaison, mtovaas@mt-schools.org
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MT OFFICE OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
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MUSEUM OF THE ROCKIES CURRENT EXHIBIT
Apsáalooke Women and Warriors
The Apsáalooke people of the Northern Plains are known for their bravery, artistry, and extravagance. Apsáalooke Women and Warriors explores the history, values, and beliefs of this Native American community known for their horsemanship, artistic pursuits, and matriarchal ways of life, and honors the tradition of “counting coup” - performing acts of bravery.
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Museum of the Rockies | 600 W Kagy Blvd, Bozeman MT |
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MONTANA PBS EDUCATOR E-NEWSLETTER

Hiding In Plain Sight Virtual PD Series for K-12 Teachers
Nov 7, 14, & 21, 2022 | 4 - 6pm each session | OPI Credit Available
Hiding In Plain Sight Student Media Making Workshop
Dec 10, 2022 9am - 3pm | Breakfast & Lunch Provided | for Students ages 13 - 20 | Parents encouraged to attend & participate
Learn At Home, Too with Montana PBS
Resources available to every Pre-K through 12th grade student and teacher who needs educational resources for learning at home
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Click the link above for complete content including workshop details & registration.
Join our MTPBS Teachers Facebook Group HERE | Join our email list HERE
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All 5 Montana CSPDs offer FREE VIRTUAL PD in their regions. Click for details:
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ABOUT SCHOOL SERVICES of MONTANA |
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