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Deb Henton
Dr. Deb Henton is the Executive Director of MASA.
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The Henton Headlines: September 7, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES September 7, 2023 “Together in Partnership” The MSHSL and its partner organizations will again be hosting eight regional student meetings which are designed to bring student voice and involvement in continuing the work toward safe, respectful, and inclusive programs, events and contests. Led by League staff members... Continue reading
Posted Sep 14, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: August 31, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES August 31, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week 2023 School Resource Officer (SRO) Survey Results Thanks to all of you for your quick response to the SRO survey conducted this week at the request of MDE. As you know, the survey was a collaborative effort between... Continue reading
Posted Aug 31, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: August 24, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES August 24, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week New Physical Holds Law, Attorney General Opinion & August 23 Response to both from the MN Chiefs of Police Association (MCPA) During the past two weeks a number of our school district leaders have been in conversation with... Continue reading
Posted Aug 24, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: August 17, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES August 17, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Two MDE Memos of Note! There has been recent discussion around the new legislation regarding prone restraint and what that might mean for school staff and SROs in certain situations. MDE sent an email on August 15 to... Continue reading
Posted Aug 17, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: August 10, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES August 10, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week We want You to Share your Expertise with our Colleagues at the Fall Conference! In Improving Schools from Within, author Roland Barth asserted that those closest to the work are best positioned to know what needs to be... Continue reading
Posted Aug 9, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: August 3, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES August 3, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Is your contract expiring June 2024? Some contracts have a provision that requires a superintendent to notify their school board by a certain date, often in the fall or early winter of the year prior to the expiration... Continue reading
Posted Aug 3, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: July 27, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES July 27, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Have you had a chance to complete the MASA Annual Member Survey? Your feedback is very important to us and will be shared with the MASA Board of Directors. Please complete the survey here! Thank you for taking... Continue reading
Posted Jul 27, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: July 20, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES July 20, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Have you Registered for the MDE/MASA Back to School Conference? This annual conference features Commissioner Willie Jett and MDE staff who will provide valuable information and updates from the department. In addition, there will be a panel of... Continue reading
Posted Jul 20, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: July 13, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES July 13, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Short Call Substitute Pilot Program: If you are signed up to receive emails from PELSB, you may have noted this message regarding a new pilot program for short call substitutes. What is not mentioned in the message from... Continue reading
Posted Jul 13, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: July 6, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES July 6, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week *Save the Date for MASA/MASSP/MESPA/MSBA Symposium* On December 4, 2023, the organizations listed in the headline will be hosting a symposium in Waite Park at the Park Event Center. The topic of the symposium will be released soon.... Continue reading
Posted Jul 6, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: June 29, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES June 29, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Implementing the Results of the 2023 Legislative Session MASA Lobbyist Valerie Dosland and I are beginning to compile a list of ideas for the MASA Legislative Committee to consider in December as the members develop the 2024 MASA... Continue reading
Posted Jun 29, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: June 22, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES June 22, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Need Resources as you Review your School Safety Procedures in Preparation for 2023-2024? As you prepare safety procedures for the next school year, you may find that the Minnesota School Safety Center has resources that will be useful.... Continue reading
Posted Jun 22, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: June 15, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES June 15, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week DEED’s Resources for Earned Sick and Safe Time & Paid Family Leave Act: Here is a link to information on the new Paid Family Leave Act. The act does not take effect until January 2026, but it will... Continue reading
Posted Jun 15, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: June 8, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES June 8, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Number of Superintendent Openings to Date: There have been 46 superintendent openings for the upcoming school year. That is the lowest we've had since 2018. MASA EdTalks! MASA is proud to introduce MASA EdTalks! Formerly known as the... Continue reading
Posted Jun 8, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: June 1, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES June 1, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week We Want You! MASA staff sent out membership renewal information to you this week on Tuesday, May 30. If you missed it, look for an email from [email protected] with instructions on how to renew your membership using your... Continue reading
Posted Jun 1, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: May 25, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES May 25, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Updated U.S. Department of Education Guidance on School Prayer: You may find this recently released guidance on school prayer and religious expression helpful as graduation and baccalaureate ceremonies approach. Go to sections G. and H. for that information.... Continue reading
Posted May 25, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: May 18, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES May 18, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Leadership Matters! The first headline this week is a shoutout to retired superintendent and MASA member Jerry Ness for providing me with the weekly leadership quotes for three years running! Jerry is a remarkable person who was also... Continue reading
Posted May 18, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: May 11, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES May 11, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Flagging a Recent PELSB Communication for You: In the event you do not receive information PELSB sends out electronically, here is a recent document that highlights Tier 1 and Tier 2 permission applications, supports to help with staffing... Continue reading
Posted May 11, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: May 4, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES May 4, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week News on the Federal Front Last week MASA and MASE representatives traveled to Washington D.C. to advocate at the federal level. The first night we were there, the House passed, on a 217-215 vote, a bill that would... Continue reading
Posted May 4, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: April 27, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES April 27, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week House Names Conferees: Leadership for the House has named the representatives who will serve on the education conference committee. They are as follows: House Education Finance Chair Representative Cheryl Youakim (D) House Education Finance Vice-Chair Mary Frances Clardy... Continue reading
Posted Apr 27, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: April 20, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES April 20, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week What Does Hattie say about Reducing Class Size and the influence on student achievement? Given the discussion about class size at the legislature this session and the MASA Action Alert request on Monday, Dr. Debbra Marcotte, Executive Director... Continue reading
Posted Apr 20, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: April 13, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES April 13, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Recommended reading: PELSB Rulemaking Changes The following are among the changes announced on Monday, April 10: Short call substitutes may now replace a teacher or vacancy for up to 20 days; Posting requirements for Out of Field Permissions... Continue reading
Posted Apr 11, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: April 6, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES April 6, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week It Bears Repeating! A number of you may have missed information shared in the Headlines last week and are not aware of some key points regarding what has not been included in the Omnibus Budget Bills released by... Continue reading
Posted Apr 6, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: March 30, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES March 30, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week Universal Free Meals Update: In a call with Commissioner Jett on Monday, March 27, I learned the following that may be helpful for you: Students who are enrolled in school and have a MARSS number qualify for free... Continue reading
Posted Mar 30, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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The Henton Headlines: March 23, 2023
THE HENTON HEADLINES March 23, 2023 Here’s the scoop for the week A Successful First MASA/MSBA Joint Day at the Capitol! A huge thanks to all who attended the Day at the Capitol on March 20! Though COVID got in my way, I heard from many that the day was... Continue reading
Posted Mar 23, 2023 at The Henton Headlines
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