Communications Committee Update: DLCS Leaders Network

Communications Committee Update: DLCS Leaders Network The MassCUE Communications Committee would like to share the following resource with our members: The MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's 2024-2025 Digital Literacy and Computer Science Leaders Network has announced their schedule of meetings for the year. They are now accepting registrations for the first in-person meeting on September 19, 2024. This meeting will be a Joint STEM Leaders Network meeting welcoming leaders for Math, Science, DLCS, and Comprehensive Health & PE. The theme of this session is "Applying Instructional Tools to Support the DESE Vision for All Students." There will be time from 1:00 – 2:00 to meet as a DLCS Leaders team. DUE TO CAPACITY LIMITATIONS, YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND THE SEPTEMBER EVENT. Date: Thursday September 19, 2024 Location: Taunton Conference Center, 70 Myles Standish Blvd, Taunton MA Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Dates of 2024 – 2025 DLCS Leader Meetings September 19, 2024 (in-person) November 13, 2024 (in-person) January 22, 2025 (virtual, 1:00-3:00 pm) March 18, 2025 (in-person) May 2025 — DLCS Summit (date TBD, in-person) Meeting registration will be required for in-person meetings. Visit the MassCUE Communications Committee page to learn more about our committee and how to get involved.

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MassCUE Corporate Partners 2024-2025

Welcome 2024-2025 Corporate Partners!  MassCUE is proud to announce our Corporate Partners 

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I&A Update: A New Era of Online Safety for Kids

September 2024 I&A Update: A New Era of Online Safety for Kids It’s been more than two decades since there have been any new federal laws addressing online safety for children. Since then, we have seen the rise of social media and so many safety concerns impacting kids when they are online. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Richard Blumenthal introduced the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) back in February of 2022 and this summer it made its way through the Senate. President Biden is expected to sign the bill when it makes its way to his desk. Learn more about the ways this bill will protect our kids: What to know about the Kids Online Safety Act that just passed the Senate | AP News Visit the MassCUE Influence & Advocacy Committee page to learn more about our committee and how to get involved.

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Volunteer at the 2024 MassCUE Fall Conference!

Volunteer at Fall Conference! Want to be part of something big? Help make MassCUE's 2024 Fall Conference a success! Deadline to apply extended to October 4, 2024 Take your Fall Conference experience to a new level and earn reduced admission by serving as a conference volunteer. MassCUE is seeking volunteers to help answer questions and give directions over the course of the conference. Sign up for a two-hour shift and you will receive discounted registration of: 1 Day - $ 90 2 Day Volunteer - $170 Volunteer 1 Day, Attend the 2nd - $270 Want to be a MassCUE Fall Conference Volunteer? APPLY NOW!

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Become a MassCUE Social Media Ambassador for 2024 Fall Conference!

Share Your Experience:  Be A Fall Conference Ambassador! Do you love creating content and sharing it on social media? Use your talents to help us share the learning and fun of the MassCUE Fall Conference! We're searching for dynamic educators to represent MassCUE at our 2024 Fall Conference. As an ambassador, you'll have the opportunity to share your passion for education and technology with a wider audience. What's in it for you? Free conference pass: Immerse yourself in inspiring keynotes, engaging workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. Become an EdTech influencer: Showcase your expertise and build your professional brand. Exclusive perks: Enjoy special recognition and opportunities to connect with industry leaders. Responsibilities: Create engaging social media content to promote the conference before and during the event. Share highlights from keynote speeches and breakout sessions with your followers. Collaborate with the MassCUE team to amplify our message. Ambassadors will be selected based on their social media experience and number of followers. If you're a social media maven with a love for education, we want to hear from you! Want to be a MassCUE Fall Conference Ambassador? Fill out the application below. Applications due no later than September 23, 2024. APPLY NOW!

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Fall Conference Registration is Open

Registration is open!  MassCUE4ALL: Beyond the Surface is the theme for the MassCUE/M.A.S.S. Fall Conference…

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MassCUE Summer Camp Patriots Raffle

Win Tickets to see the 2024 New England Patriots! Attend a MassCUE camp this summer for a chance to win Patriots tickets! Register for Coach Bootcamp, CUEcamp West or CUEcamp East and be entered into a raffle to win two tickets to one of the following VIP seating at Patriots Training Camp on August 11. This experience includes bleacher/grass seating, waters & Gatorade and an exclusive autograph space post-practice to meet members of the 2024 Patriots. Preseason game August 8 against the Carolina Panthers Preseason game August 15 against the Philadelphia Eagles Register by August 1, 2024, to be entered in the raffle. For more information about the VIP Training Camp Experience or preseason schedule, visit the New England Patriots website. For questions concerning MassCUE summer camps, visit the PD page of our website or contact pd@masscue.org. Join us at a MassCUE camp this summer for a chance to trade in your notebook for a playbook at Gillette Stadium in August!

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MassCUE Spring Conference 2024 Keynote Speech Now Available

  Watch the Friday Keynote Address from the MassCUE Spring Conference 2024 The MassCUE Spring Conference 2024 featured an inspiring keynote address from Marvin Venay, Chief of External Affairs…

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Call for Proposals: DEADLINE EXTENDED

Present at the MassCUE/M.A.S.S. Fall Conference 2024 Submit your proposal to present at the MassCUE/M.A.S.S. Fall Conference by July 19, 2024. This year's conference is set for October 16-17, 2024, at Gillette Stadium. The theme is MassCUE4ALL: Going Beyond the Surface. For more information on our theme, conference strands and opportunities to present, visit our Fall Conference 2024 event page. Deadline to submit extended to: July 19, 2024.  

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Deadline Extended: 2024 Nominations for Administrator and Pathfinder Awards

Nominate a Colleague for a MassCUE Administrator or Pathfinder Award MassCUE is extending the deadline to nominate someone for an Administrator or Pathfinder Award. Do you know an exceptional educator who has made an impact in the field of educational technology? A current or former colleague who serves as a leader and an inspiration to others in their classroom, school or district? Nominate them for an Administrator or a Pathfinder award! Nominations are being accepted now for these awards, which are given out during the MassCUE Fall Conference in October. To submit a nomination, visit our Awards Committee page. Deadline to submit a nomination extended to July 31, 2024.   The Administrator Award will be presented to a school or district leader who models and promotes the effective use of technology in their day-to-day execution of duties; provides exceptional leadership in supporting the integration of technology into the curriculum; and promotes, models, and establishes policies for safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology. To submit a nomination, visit our Awards Committee page. K-12 school teachers, technology coordinators and other educators are eligible to be recognized with the Pathfinder Award, which will be given to an educator who facilitates a positive change in technological thinking in their classroom, school, or district; demonstrates vision and leadership; influences other educators and promotes ethical and responsible use of technology. To submit a nomination, visit our Awards Committee page.   More Information See past winners and get more information on awards criteria and nomination procedures in the Awards & Recognition Committee section of our website.

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Congratulations, Casey Daigle!

  Special Election 2024 Results MassCUE was pleased to announce at our Annual Meeting on June 5, 2024 that Casey Daigle was elected as President-Elect of the Board of Directors. She was elected during a special election to fill the role, which was vacated by Steve Guditus. To learn more about Casey, visit our Board of Directors page. Please join us in congratulating Casey!

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Annual Report 2024 Offers Highlights of the Year

The 2023-24 fiscal year saw MassCUE taking on new staff members, a new event management system and many new professional development opportunities, among other exciting changes. Read all about these accomplishments and more in our Annual Report. *Please note that the numbers at the end of the report are as of April 30, 2024. Up to date independent financial analysis will be added for fiscal year end, after July 1, 2024, and will be included in the report that is submitted to the state.  Click on the image to view the report.  

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