
The STARS Reading Intervention Program has incorporated cumulative review days into their lesson plans to strengthen student learning. With these days in place, we hope to see increased retention of skills. The "Flashcard by NKO" app has been an amazing tool to use on our interentionist iPad as a group and/or individually on student chromebooks. It has multiple activity choices, is easy to manage, and we are able to create cards to specifically match the lessons and skills that we teach. #beAMAzing





Instuctional Technology & Data Specialist, Ashlie O'Connor supported REMC 1 in the Upper Peninsula with launching the MI Mystery Connect project. MI Mystery Connect utilizes 3rd gr. Social Studies standards & video technology to support learning Michigan's geography.


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Teachers from Alcona and Alpena met last week for Session 2 of Classroom Libraries professional development. During this session facilitators Melissa Lappan and Julie Bastow prepared teachers for next steps --inventorying the classroom library. The goal is to make the library engaging so students WANT TO READ! Below are the resources we base our instruction on.


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The AMA START Team kicked off their first training series this week. START stands for Statewide Autism Resources & Training. Training this week focused on Inclusion, Communication, Universal Supports, Visual Supports, and Peer to Peer Programs.


We are still taking applications and have room in classrooms for the 2023-24 school year! Please look at the flyer for some new changes to eligibility guidelines.
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Ever feel like a short-order cook? Does your child/ children seem uncooperative or to be "picky" about food choices? Join us, along with a registered Dietician, for an interactive/ hands-on night that allows children to explore food models, and making a healthy plate, together with their caregivers. Dinner is on us!
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AMA's Instructional Technology and Data Specialist and Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) Board Member Ashlie O'Connor, participated in the first session of MACUL's inaugural Women's Forum for Technology and Learning.
This will be a community for women at the intersection of education and technology for Empowering, Connecting, Inspiring, Encouraging and Welcoming.
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In conjunction with local districts, Instructional Technology and Data Specialist Ashlie O'Connor attended a workshop on school innovation with keynote speaker Dr. Buddy Berry at the AgroLiquid center in St. John's Michigan.
AgroLiquid has an immersive museum that utilizes technology to enhance the understanding of the farming process.
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The Northeast Michigan Great Start to Quality Resource Center (NEGSQRC), AMA Great Start Collaborative (GSC), and Child Care providers from Alcona county gathered to continue the work of the Rural Child Care Innovation program (RCCIP). These dedicated Early Care and Education professionals are starting a network for existing, new, and those interested in the essential field of Child Care.
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