MIC3: Real World Impact
06/11/24 • 33 min
The Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) addresses key educational transition issues encountered by children of military families. But what does implementation of the Compact look like? Listen as Shelly Ramos, Senior Director of the Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division at the Texas Education Agency and MIC3 Texas State Commissioner, shares three unique case studies and solutions that illustrate how MIC3 works to assist in successful education-related transitions.
This podcast is made possible by generous funding from the Scott Spouses’ Club. To learn more, visit https://www.scottspouseclub.com/.
Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.
Show Notes: Resources:MCEC Global Training Summit
Don’t miss Lindsey Dablow, Training and Operations Associate (MIC3), presenting two sessions at the Global Training Summit.
Distinguished Lecture Session, Tuesday, July 30, 2024
MIC3 201: Case Studies and Implementing the Compact
The format of the Compact 201 Training is an interactive session focused on discussing case studies to demonstrate the correct implementation of the Compact. Participants will learn of the legal provisions related to education that protect military children as they transition interstate between public and Department of Defense Education Activity schools. Participants will discuss Compact gray areas and learn about Commission resources and best practices for military families, school districts, and states.
Virtual Session, Thursday, August 1, 2024
MIC3 101: Addressing Key Educational Transition Issues
The National Office facilitates the MIC3 Compact 101 Training. Participants will gain an understanding of the legal provisions related to education that protect military children as they transition interstate between public and Department of Defense Education Activity schools. The Compact 101 Training provides participants with a working knowledge of the Compact, state structure and implementation, rules and regulations, and how the Compact supports military students. (Registration for our Virtual Session will open June 25, 2024).
https://www.militarychild.org/event/gts/gts-register/
The Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3)
https://mic3.net/mic3training-net/
Bio:Shelly Ramos serves as the senior director of the Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division at the Texas Education Agency. Ms. Ramos provides statewide leadership for the implementation of new legislation and State Board of Education mandates for K-12 education, including the state curriculum standards known as the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, or TEKS, the Texas Virtual School Network, Mathematics Achievement Academies, and Civics Training Program as well as high school graduation requirements. Ms. Ramos has served as the commissioner designee from Texas for the Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) since 2016.
Prior to joining the Texas Education Agency, Ms. Ramos worked in educational publishing developing products for social studies teachers and students. She also served as a classroom social studies teacher for eleven years.
The Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) addresses key educational transition issues encountered by children of military families. But what does implementation of the Compact look like? Listen as Shelly Ramos, Senior Director of the Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division at the Texas Education Agency and MIC3 Texas State Commissioner, shares three unique case studies and solutions that illustrate how MIC3 works to assist in successful education-related transitions.
This podcast is made possible by generous funding from the Scott Spouses’ Club. To learn more, visit https://www.scottspouseclub.com/.
Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.
Show Notes: Resources:MCEC Global Training Summit
Don’t miss Lindsey Dablow, Training and Operations Associate (MIC3), presenting two sessions at the Global Training Summit.
Distinguished Lecture Session, Tuesday, July 30, 2024
MIC3 201: Case Studies and Implementing the Compact
The format of the Compact 201 Training is an interactive session focused on discussing case studies to demonstrate the correct implementation of the Compact. Participants will learn of the legal provisions related to education that protect military children as they transition interstate between public and Department of Defense Education Activity schools. Participants will discuss Compact gray areas and learn about Commission resources and best practices for military families, school districts, and states.
Virtual Session, Thursday, August 1, 2024
MIC3 101: Addressing Key Educational Transition Issues
The National Office facilitates the MIC3 Compact 101 Training. Participants will gain an understanding of the legal provisions related to education that protect military children as they transition interstate between public and Department of Defense Education Activity schools. The Compact 101 Training provides participants with a working knowledge of the Compact, state structure and implementation, rules and regulations, and how the Compact supports military students. (Registration for our Virtual Session will open June 25, 2024).
https://www.militarychild.org/event/gts/gts-register/
The Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3)
https://mic3.net/mic3training-net/
Bio:Shelly Ramos serves as the senior director of the Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division at the Texas Education Agency. Ms. Ramos provides statewide leadership for the implementation of new legislation and State Board of Education mandates for K-12 education, including the state curriculum standards known as the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, or TEKS, the Texas Virtual School Network, Mathematics Achievement Academies, and Civics Training Program as well as high school graduation requirements. Ms. Ramos has served as the commissioner designee from Texas for the Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) since 2016.
Prior to joining the Texas Education Agency, Ms. Ramos worked in educational publishing developing products for social studies teachers and students. She also served as a classroom social studies teacher for eleven years.
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The Blueprint for School Mental Health Support
Dr. Sharon Hoover discusses the importance of prioritizing the mental health and well-being of students in schools, and how multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) provide a framework that supports the “whole child”.
This podcast is made possible by our partnership with The National Child Traumatic Stress Network and their generous support. To learn more, visit https://www.nctsn.org/.
Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.
Show Notes: Resources:MCEC Global Training Summit Pre-Summit Professional Development
Don’t miss our four pre-summit sessions focusing on Mental Health and Well-being, Monday, July 29, 2024:
- Promoting Comprehensive School Mental Health Systems for Military-Connected Students
- Mental Health Risk Factors and Suicide Prevention for Military Families
- Improving School Climate to Promote the Mental Health of Military-Connected Youth
- Pioneering Progress: Exploring Promising Practices of the DoDEA Grant Program for Military-Connected School Communities
https://www.militarychild.org/event/gts/gts-register/
National Center for School Mental Health
https://www.schoolmentalhealth.org/
National Center for Safe Supportive Schools
School Health and Performance Evaluation System
Bio:Sharon A. Hoover, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Hoover is Co-Director of the National Center for School Mental Health (NCSMH, https://www.schoolmentalhealth.org/) and Director of the National Center for Safe Supportive Schools (NCS, https://www.ncs3.org/). She leads national efforts to support states, districts, and schools in the adoption of national performance standards of comprehensive school mental health systems (see https://theshapesystem.com/).
Dr. Hoover has led and collaborated on multiple federal and state grants, with a commitment to the study and implementation of quality children’s mental health services. Creating safe, supportive, and resilient schools has been a major emphasis of Dr. Hoover’s research, education, and clinical work. She has worked for two decades, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the U.S. Department of Education, and the World Health Organization to train state and community education and behavioral health leaders and professionals in multi-tiered systems of support for mental health and psychological trauma. Dr. Hoover is a co-developer and international trainer for two widely used, evidence-based school interventions, the Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) and Supporting Transition Resilience of Newcomer Groups (STRONG).
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Tailored Care and Support for Military-Connected Youth
In our latest episode, we were honored to have Lisa Howard delve into the critical topic of mental health within the military community. Lisa open-heartedly shares her personal family experiences, emphasizing why having open conversations is vital to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health.
This podcast is made possible by generous funding from the Team Seymour Spouses' Club. To learn more, visit https://www.teamseymourspouses.com/.
Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.
Show Notes: Resources:MCEC Global Training Summit
Don’t miss Lisa’s presentation at the Global Training Summit.
Virtual Session, Thursday, August 1, 2024
Building Your Personal and Community-Based Toolbox of Resources
Children don’t say,” I had a hard day. Can we talk?” They say, “Will you play with me? or Stay out of my room.” Discover fresh ways to communicate with military youth especially when the parent/educator is concerned with mental/behavior health challenges. Learn what steps to take if concerns need to be alleviated and what resources are available. (Registration for our Virtual Session will open June 25, 2024).
https://www.militarychild.org/event/gts/gts-register/
The Barry Robinson Center
https://www.barryrobinson.org/
Bio:Lisa Howard has been a military spouse for 28 years. She served as both an enlisted Soldier and officer within the United States Army Reserve from 1986 to 1998. Lisa earned a Master of Social Work in 1999 from Savannah State University. She has two children: Lucas (23, adopted in 2002 from Baku, Azerbaijan) and Madeline (22, born in Germany). Her family has relocated 13 times for Army assignments- twice to Germany.
Currently, Lisa is the Vice President, Government Affairs & Community Engagement for The Barry Robinson Center where shares the mission of BRC with the military community through multiple formats.
During the 28 years of active-duty service with her spouse, she has been an active member at the unit and community level. Lisa has the honor and privilege of holding a volunteer position as an Army Arlington Lady at Arlington National Cemetery.
Lisa loves to hike in the Shenandoah Valley, cheer for the Green Bay Packers, and bring the family together at the “Howard Hideaway”.
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