November 17, 2022 Edition
IN THIS EDITION.. SSoM School Security Solutions | MECC Curriculum Reviews 11/21 & 12/15 | SSoM Self Paced Course & Program Details | SSoM Partner Resources | Joke of the Week | Additional Resources Featuring 121st Brawl of the Wild & Food Drive | About SSoM

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.

Three options available, featuring:
Keyless Instant Lockdown | Visual Indicators & Simple Use
Code-Compliance | Superior Intruder Protection
For additional details, please contact the SSoM Purchasing Manager directly:
Jennifer Brekke | jbrekke@mt-schools.org | (406) 580-7547
UPCOMING REVIEW
MONTANA EDUCATION
CURRICULUM CONSORTIUM
INFORMATION LITERACY AND LIBRARY MEDIA
NOV 21 @ Anaconda - full day
DEC 15 @ Anaconda - half day 10am -2pm
*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
SSoM PROGRAMS & RESOURCESï»ż
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
  • SSoM Members receive $20 discount
SSoM INFINITE CAMPUS SUPPORT - Make the Switch for FREE
- click here for Program Details

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
SSoM MEDICAID BILLING PROGRAM - click here for Program Details

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
SSoM CO-OP FOOD PROGRAM - Montana Schools Opt-in for FREE

Program Highlights
  • Every school receives the same great prices
  • Order as needed; deliveries made as often as weekly via US Foods
  • Access US Foods entire website of food, disposables, and smallwares
  • Dedicated Account Executive for every school
  • One-on-one training available

Questions? Ready to OPT IN? Please contact the SSoM Purchasing Manager:
Jennifer Brekke | jbrekke@mt-schools.org | (406) 580-7547
SSoM PARTNER RESOURCES & EVENTS

RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR
TEACHING & LEARNING

2023 Scholarships | New Blog Post | Free Webinars

ANNOUNCING 2023 SCHOLARSHIPS: Teacher Scholarship Program
Collaborative Classroom makes annual awards of curriculum and professional learning to K–12 educators nationwide. In 2023, we will award 500+ scholarships! Applications open in January - sign up to be notified here.

"Reading Comprehension: What Does the Research Say?"
Read our latest blog post about comprehension, its synergistic relationship with word recognition instruction, the role of knowledge, and effective practices for supporting students in building a body of knowledge.

COMPLIMENTARY 1-HR VIRTUAL EVENTS
  • DEC 6 The Science of Reading in Practice 3:30pm MT
  • DEC 8 A Conversation about Coaching with Jan Hasbrouck and Daryl Michel 2pm MT

Click here for the Events Calendar, or contact us for more information:
Melissa Tovaas, Collaborative Classroom Liaison | mtovaas@mt-schools.org
JOKE OF THE WEEK
ADD'L RESOURCES & RIVALRY FUNDRAISER
MT OFFICE OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION

OPI Education Compass - November 2022 Ed.
MUSEUM OF THE ROCKIES CURRENT EXHIBIT
ApsĂĄalooke 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.

MOR YouTube Video "ApsĂĄalooke Women and Warriors" (0:30)
Museum of the Rockies | 600 W Kagy Blvd, Bozeman MT
Bozeman Lands Big Sky's First-Ever College GameDay Appearance
121st ANNUAL BRAWL OF THE WILD
Kickoff @ Noon Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022 in Bobcat Stadium
How to watch: MTN Sports, ESPN+

“College GameDay” is heading to Bozeman, MT, for the 121st Brawl of the Wild between nationally-ranked Montana State and University of Montana, marking the popular pregame show's first-ever trip to a Big Sky campus. See them broadcast live in Bozeman from 7-10 am before the big game.

“College football fans all over America are about to learn what everyone in Big Sky country has known for a long time: the ‘Brawl of the Wild’ is truly one of the game’s greatest rivalries,” Commissioner Tom Wistrcill said.

Can the Griz & Can the Cats Food Drive - ends Friday, 11/18 @ 11pm
2022 marks the 23rd year of this friendly, off-field competition between Montana State University and the University of Montana to see which school can collect the most donations for their local food banks.

Need MOTIVATION to donate? The Bobcats have successfully canned the Griz 18 of 22 years. Get clicking & DONATE TODAY!
All 5 Montana CSPDs offer FREE VIRTUAL PD in their regions. Click for details:
ABOUT SCHOOL SERVICES of MONTANA
SSoM is a 501(c)(3) non-profit education service agency committed to unlocking the full potential of every child in each and every school we serve across the state. We accomplish this by providing a wide variety of professional learning activities and business services designed to meet the specific needs of Montana’s excellent educators and administrators. Interested in supporting our work? Click here to make a donation, and be sure to read all about our organization on our website.