Academy Curriculum

The MASC/MAHS Student Activity Adviser Academy, while shaped around government and council groups, is beneficial for any club or activity adviser as well as school administrators. Our academy will dive into the nuts and bolts of how to develop an organization, working with administration on activities, best practices in a changing environment, as well as ways to do things both TIME and COST efficient (something that has eyes lighting up across Michigan!).

The role of the adviser is to guide students in the learning process of leadership, not to do the work for them. Student groups play a powerful role in school climate and overall student success. Without the necessary framework, a student group will fail to contribute positively to their school and community. However, with an adviser that can guide learning and experiences, students shine! This program is VERY popular with MASC/MAHS member advisers, you will not want to miss it! The topics presented in 2011 are:

• Membership Structure
• Short-term and Year-long Planning
• Election or Selection Options
• Maintaining Archives
• Leadership Curriculum (lessons and activities)
• Selection process by the Faculty Council
• Discipline, probation, dismissals
• Executive officer selection and obligations
• Service Projects
• Student Ownership
• Unique student cases and concerns
• Goal Setting for Groups
• Technology tools
• Resources

Advisers will also be introduced to the other programs and services that MASC/MAHS can provide for them. The program will be facilitated by Tom Heethuis, Principal at Dakota High School. Tom, a longtime friend, adviser, and stakeholder in MASC/MAHS has filled his career with opportunities to work with the students and advisers who care about student leadership in Michigan schools. In his tenure, Tom has served as an educator, an administrator, a camp director (on both the state and national level) a speaker, workshop developer, and activity guru--giving participants a 360 degree look at student activities no matter the group, size, or location. You WILL learn a lot, this is a popular session!

About the MELG Building (MASC/MAHS Offices)

We are very fortunate to have a gorgeous facility to run programs such as the Adviser Academy. The MELG Building is home to the Michigan Associations of Student Councils and Honor Societies as well as the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. We offer on-site complimentary parking, as well as wi-fi access for all participants (fee free to bring your devices!)
The MELG Building is easily accessible from Interstate 496, Interstate 96/69 and U.S. Highway 127 located in west Lansing at the following address:
1001 Centennial Way
Lansing, MI 48917

Click here to find directions online!

Registration, Fees, and Materials

The cost for the Student Activity Adviser Academy is set at the following:

• $80.00/participant for MASC/MAHS member Schools
• $100.00/participant for non-member schools

Registration covers a morning snack, full lunch, activity materials, and a take-home folder from the day. To guarantee space for please complete your online registration no later than October 17, 2011.

Click here to REGISTER ONLINE

Cancellations, Payments, and Other Details

• Cancellations will not be accepted after the registration deadline. For one-day conferences such as this, substitutions may be made anytime, but after the deadline, your building will be invoiced for the full amount.
• MASC/MAHS invoices schools monthly for uncollected funds. We encourage advisers to bring any payment outstanding the day of the conference to eliminate confusion.
• Payment will be accepted via cash, check or money order anytime. Checks should be made out to MASSP Student Leadership and may be mailed to the office or brought in-person to the conference.
• Credit or debit card payments may be made over the phone at 517-327-5315 (Monday-Thursday 8a-5p, Friday 8a-4p). Please allow up to 10 business days for processing of phone payments.