Many years ago back in the ancient 1970's, I was first introduced as a young radio disc jockey on Armed Forces radio by a more experienced radio professional. Back in those days, on Armed Forces radio one could hear almost every genre of music from rock and roll to country, from Tejano to jazz, rhythm and blues to classical. “Gramps” was a country music fan. 
I recently had someone ask me which states have good school finance systems. I admitted I don’t really know but then my answer came out, “Almost any system will work if there is enough money.” The Proposal A system worked fine through the 1990’s when we were receiving adequate, in retrospect even generous, funding. 
Over the past few years there have been many discussions among central office employees on what part of compensation is reportable for retirement. 
The Michigan Municipal Bond Authority would like to invite you to apply for participation in our upcoming State Aid Note Loan Program - August Series 2008A. Read more
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Welcome to the June issue of the MSBO Newsletter. In this Issue In Other News
MSBO Board Stephanie Eagen Immediate Past President Darcie Birkett Ottawa Area ISD Jeffrey P. Crouse Charlevoix-Emmet ISD Robert K. Dwan Millington Community Schools Angie McArthur Engadine Consolidated Schools Mary Reynolds Farmington Public Schools Frederick C. Hailer Associate Member Representative Pass it on Know anyone who might be interested in our newsletter? Click here to forward this email to up to 5 friends at once. This email was sent to [email address suppressed] |
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President’s View – Rob Burgess...Gooooood Morning Vietnam!***
Executive Director's View...Tom White - What can we do about school finance in Michigan?
State Aid Note Loan Program Info RFP Depot provides maximum flexibility in bidding
Meet the 2008-2009 MSBO Board of Directors
Renewable Energy and Efficiency Technologies for Schools – the Time is Now
SafeSchools helps your district save money
School Employment Law Reference Manual is a “must have” resource
Are you interested in being part of the MSBO team?
MSBO Golf Outing = Networking and Fun
SET SEG Promotes Health and Fun
It was a great turnout for this year’s SET SEG 17th Annual Fun Run/Walk held at the 70th Annual MSBO Conference in Grand Rapids. Fifty-nine participates braved the chilly, 46-degree morning. Read more MSBO Conference Opening Keynote Speaker Inspires
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Robert Burgess, Chief Financial Officer of Lakeshore Public Schools was installed as the 71st 
With energy costs rising, and increasing pressure to improve performance and reduce costs, schools are looking for additional ways to reduce their energy consumption and implement renewable energy projects. Many schools in Michigan have made advances in improving the energy efficiency of their buildings, but there are many ways to do so, and even ways to harness renewable energy like the sun, wind, and Earth for electricity, light, heating and cooling. 
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Speaker Bill Strickland’s message was simple – give people the tools they need, treat them with respect, and they will perform miraculous deeds. Throughout his distinguished career, Strickland has been honored with numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to the arts and the community. |
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