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Learn how Michigan approached the distribution of SIG dollars and dealt with issues around the application process and early implementation. Discover the processes put in place to monitor LEA progress in meeting SIG goals.
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Michigan School Improvement Grant
How did your SEA approach distribution of SIG dollars? For instance, did your state adopt additional requirements as part of the SIG application? • 108 schools identified • Competitive Grant Application • State Law
What, if any, issues arose around the SIG application process for LEAs? • Complexity • Denial • Timeline was a challenge • Stabilization, RttT, SIG
What, if any, issues have arisen around early implementation of SIG? For example, what issues have arisen around LEA capacity to support SIG schools, implementation of SIG models? • Large school districts • Union support • Teacher evaluation • Increased learning time
What processes have you put in place to monitor LEA progress in meeting the goals outlined in their SIG applications? • Facilitator/Monitors • Monthly meetings with large districts for coherence
In context with the School Improvement Grant a school must make significant improvement in student achievement. How are you defining significant improvement? • So far districts are defining • 3 times state average • Interested in 3 examples of latest guidance