Join MASFPS
COLLABORATION MEANS WE ALL GROW
When you join The Michigan Association of State and Federal Program Specialists (MASFPS), you become a part of a state-wide network of legislators, legal counsel, and fellow school administrators collaborating for the greater success of Michigan schools.
Your new, extended team will work together to develop best practices and share ideas that will help prepare your students for the future - all while optimizing the use of state and federal funds to help your budget go further.
WHO SHOULD JOIN MASFPS?
Not sure that membership is right for you?
Many of our members are from public schools and public school academies from across the state. Members of MASFPS have a common goal: To increase student achievement and provide equitable services for all students. As a community of learners, our members share their learning from MASFPS-sponsored events with their staff and stakeholders.
Individual members range in local responsibilities from the classroom level to district leaders. As an organization, we support best practices, as well as compliance requirements regarding State and Federal Programs. MASFPS partners with the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Educational Supports to provide continuity in reaching the State’s Top Ten in Ten initiative.
Why should my district join?
Starting October 1, 2021, the Annual Membership cost is $85, which may be covered by federal grant funds as approved by your Field Service Consultant.
Benefits of joining MASFPS include discounted early access to MASFPS Institutes, membership to the National Association of Federal Educator Program Administrators (NAFEPA), plus access to:
State and Federal leaders who have an expertise in grant program compliance and best practices.
MASFPS Congressional District Board representatives for support in designing, implementing, and evaluating your State and Federal Programs.
Regional State and Federal Program workshops hosted across the state.
Collaboration with a network of State and Federal Program administrators.
Social media updates regarding State and Federal Programs.
“The workshops are full of reminders, hot topics, and confirmation of what we're doing right and what we should revise as a district. Literally, it is the best on the job professional development.”
~K. LaGreca @ Advanced Technology Academy (2022)
“I have been a Title Director since 2000, but I still learn something from Sara and the team every. single. session!! I would recommend this series for anyone that has responsibility for Title in their district!”
~ Dr. Kathy Peasley, GIRESD (2021)
“This community of learners and true experts are so easy to access! Their willingness to share their knowledge on school improvement, student growth, granting writing, and beyond is why I have stayed connected for 10 years while working with 2 different districts.”
“The New Director Series, from a newbie’s perspective, has been a lifeline in supporting me as I navigate this space. It has helped me to get the big picture, as well as all the nuances to ensure that I successfully support the buildings I work with to provide the best possible supports to our students! I didn’t know what I didn’t know until attending this workshop. I highly recommend it! I don’t know how you can do this job without it. Not only is the information invaluable, but an added bonus is being able to network with others in this same role. The workshop facilitator has been an unbelievable asset having gone above and beyond to support me! ”
“MASFPS Directors’ Workshop Series is a must for those managing state and federal funds. The sessions are timely, spot-on, and extremely useful. This is a very good use of my limited time, as Sara and Buzz (the leaders) have walked the walk. They are the perfect guide to help support me through the complex layers of state and federal programs. Thank you for providing this helpful series. Feel free to use.”
IMPORTANT FOR All MASFPS MEMBERS: Both new and old members of MASFPS will need to become a new member one time in order to gain access to our new database and event registration site, Wild Apricot. Once you have created a new account, you can always log in as a member.