MIC3 January 2024 Newsletter

Volume 7, Issue 1

January 2024

2023 Annual Business Meeting Held in Richmond

The Commission convened the Annual Business Meeting on November 8 and 9 in Richmond, Virginia. Hosted by Virginia Commissioner Designee, Daniel Dunham, and the Virginia Department of Education, attendees included state compact commissioners, ex-officio members, and special guests.

Keynote speakers included Dr. Lisa Coons, State Superintendent of Education, and retired Army Major General Craig Crenshaw, Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs who underscored the importance of taking care of our military servicemen, women, and their families.

Purple Up! for Military Kids in April

On April 17th, the Commission, along with states, communities, and schools will honor military students.

Download the updated Purple Up! toolkit to help plan your event or promote your activities throughout the month!

Supporting Kids with Special Needs

The Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN) recently facilitated a discussion on the support and resources provided in Massachusetts. Special guests included Laurel Wironen, School Liaison for Hanscom AFB, Shana Wickham, Exceptional Family Member Program and Family Support Coordinator, and Lindsey Dablow from MIC3.

The FCSN provides information, support, and assistance to parents of children with disabilities, their professional partners, and their communities.

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New! Online Training Portal

The Compact 101 overview training is now offered on the new online training portal at mic3training.net!

The training consists of 10 modules (approximately 3-10 minutes each) that are completed at your own pace. Register for free here or read the FAQ for more information.

Monthly webinars are still available, check out the events calendar for upcoming dates! The Commission also provides training on request. Enquire today by emailing mic3info@csg.org!

Welcome Florida Compact Commissioner Terrance McCaffrey! McCaffrey replaces Bob Buehn, who stepped down after serving 12 years as the state representative in July.

Currently serving as the Deputy Director of Operations for Civil Air Patrol (CAP) National Headquarters, Commissioner McCaffrey is the Chief Pilot with the FL Aviation Center in Tallahassee FL. Prior to these roles, he was the Vice President of Military and Defense Programs at Enterprise Florida Inc. and served the State of Florida in positions with Volunteer Florida, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. McCaffrey transitioned to state government after more than 30 years in the US Air Force.

Download the Updated Compact Rulebook

The updated Rulebook is now available for download on the Resources webpage!

Hard copies are on order and will be available in mid-February...

STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Rules - Tuesday, February 13, 2 PM ET
Executive - Thursday, February 15, 1 PM ET
Training - Tuesday, February 27, 1 PM ET

UPCOMING EVENTS

Compact 101 Training - Monday, February 12, 2 PM ET - Register Here

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