Fun with Purchasing: November 2024 Updates
big news!!
Announcement - new Partner Connect!
Find Your Perfect Match With MISBO's Partner Connect
by Susan Kimmel
Let’s be honest, spending hours trying to find the perfect partner for your purchasing needs is so archaic. Who has the time (or patience) for that? Enter Partner Connect, MISBO's "dating app" to find your perfect MISBO Consortium Partner. It's like online dating but you know these matches have already been vetted and background checked!
fun with purchasing blog by susan
A Thanksgiving Toast To Our Valued Partners - Pass The
Cranberry Sauce
by Susan Kimmel
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, when pumpkin pie and gratitude take center stage, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the partnerships that keep our members thriving year-round. After all, just like a perfectly roasted turkey needs all the right sides to make the meal complete, our member schools rely on our consortium partners to make every purchasing dollar count. Whether it’s stretching budgets farther than a football field goal or delivering quality that’s as satisfying as a second slice of pie, these companies are our unsung heroes—always there, always reliable.
New Consortium partners
Independent School Management
Independent School Management (ISM) is dedicated to advancing school leadership to enrich the student experience. Rely on nearly 50 years of research, knowledge, and experience to propel forward. Offering Consultations, Learning Events, Insurance, and EdTech Solutions, ISM delivers creative strategies using extensive research, proven management techniques, and personalized service.
MISBO PARTNERS HIGHLIGHTS
Batteries Plus
Unlock Your Energizer Savings → $30 off AA and AAA Cases
Take advantage of your MISBO agreement to stock up & save!
Save $30 per case on Energizer Lithium AA and AAA bulk packs. No case limit!
Why choose lithium?
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- Long lasting to keep critical devices running
- Lithium works best in extreme temperatures
- Leakproof for safety
- 33% lighter than alkaline batteries
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Login or register now to start saving using your special MISBO GPO program!
CorpCare
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is observed every October to raise awareness and educate the public about the serious issue of domestic violence. It is a time to acknowledge the victims and survivors of domestic violence, as well as to mobilize communities to prevent and address this pervasive issue. DVAM was first observed in October 1987 and has since become a critical time for advocacy and support.
FACTS
Simplify Data Management
A whole-school, one system, customized solution, build to achieve data efficiency in your K-12 school.
Why Choose FACTS?
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- 100+ integration partners and growing
- Open API to use the tools you already love
- FACTS will transfer your school's data
- Attract and retain families with custom app and website
- Multi-layered security to protect your data
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FLINT
From Video Lecture to AT Tutors
Over the past decade, the flipped classroom model has been quietly revolutionizing education. But what exactly is a flipped classroom? In a flipped classroom, students engage with lecture content at home through videos or readings. This frees up class time for active learning, problem-solving, and deeper discussions. It's a shift from the sage on the stage to the guide on the side.
ODP Business Solutions (formerly Office Depot)
Use it, don't lose it!
Invest in the latest tech for your classroom. Looking to make the most of your budget before the new year? Consider putting it toward new technology. ODP Business Solutions is your one-stop shop for leading-edge laptops, monitors, printers, peripherals, and more — so you
can keep your class connected to productivity.
SENSO
Senso Blur: Keep You Students Safe
Instantly Blurs Inappropriate Images and Videos Online
UPDATED BUYER'S GUIDE
A school’s purchasing program should be grounded in the tenets of the school’s mission and values. For over 40 years MISBO has built the most complete consortium that exists with a foundation dedicated exclusively to independent schools. Through this network, we continue the tradition of finding solutions to today’s problems and anticipating tomorrow’s needs.
You should have received a copy in your school's mailbox. Please feel free to order a few extra by clicking below - they're FREE!
We've updated the digital Buyer's Guide! If you'd like a hard copy, you can download/print the addendum by clicking below.
CONSORTIUM WEBINARS
Tuesday, January 21, 2024, 11:00 AM ET.
Come meet New MISBO Consortium Partner, VS America. VS America provides adaptable and ergonomic educational furniture solutions for the creation of agile learning environments. Whether you need school furniture for classrooms, media centers, or common areas, VS has products that inspire motion – including chairs, wobble stools, student desks, group tables, and more.
Tuesday, January 21, 2024, 1:00 PM ET.
United School Supplies delivers back-to-school supply kits customized to match your supply list. United School Supplies is excited to discuss its process for getting the specific school supplies you request into your classrooms. We invite all school representatives to listen in and learn how we can assist you for the 2025-2026 school year!
Snacks & Partner Facts Archives
consortium partner hot topics blog
Engage Your Board Using KPIs
by Kaitlin Windle, Apte
More and more, we are hearing from schools that enrollment is either steady or declining and that they are facing an operating deficit for the current fiscal year. Navigating in uncertain times requires disciplined transparency and tracking of key performance indicators.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
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These are helpful cards to help you quickly find what you're looking for!
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As always, we are here to help you find quality products and services at exceptional prices.
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