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GMEC Consortium created by Luke Wittum


Greater Michigan Education Consortium (GMEC) Greater Michigan Education Consortium Genesee ISD serves as the fiscal agent Consortium of 22 ISDs GMEC Governance Governance structure Genesee ISD is committed to ensuring that the consortium works collaboratively and that every ISD’s voice is equally valued. Decisions made by the consortium will be decided by a vote of the Governing Board. A super-majority of 75% or more will be required to determine a decision with each ISD counting as one vote. Some decision making will be delegated to subgroups created by the consortium to carry out the work of the grant. The superintendent of each ISD on the Governing Board will specify a voting delegate. Roll call should be 100% of the Governing Board members allowing for absentee voting GMEC Governance Guiding Principles Founding ISDs will constitute the Governing Board for the consortium. Leadership for the consortium will be handled by the Governing Board. Each member of the Governing Board has an equal voice in decision making (i.e.one vote per Founding ISD) Each ISD has a wealth of talent and experience; and the participation of each ISD in the consortium will make the whole group more effective and better able to carry out the duties of the grant. GMEC Technology Readiness Plan Potentially over 300 local districts and PSAs to assist Hire Technology Readiness Coordinators to assist LEAs/PSAs in becoming technology ready. Technology Readiness Coordinators duties will include: Develop guidelines and path for "Tech Readiness" for LEAs/PSAs (in cooperation with Activity Two) Consult with individual districts and PSAs Hold Technology Readiness Workshops Share best practices with all consortium members