Fun with Purchasing: October 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
Spooky Szn + MISBO Partners = The Perfect Match For School Purchasing
by Susan Kimmel
As the leaves start to fall and pumpkins pop up in every corner, spooky season is officially upon us! But while your school may be preparing for costume parades and haunted hallways, don’t let your purchasing needs turn into a nightmare. MISBO’s consortium partners are the trusty sidekicks every school needs, like a Mike Wazowski to your budgeting James P. Sullivan in Monsters, Inc. From classroom essentials to tech tools that keep the learning alive, MISBO partners have you covered—no tricks, just treats!
New Consortium partners
Hudson Bus Sales
Hudson Bus Sales provides transportation solutions nationwide for organizations in need of buses, shuttles, and vans that move people safely and efficiently.
Spectra Contract Flooring
Spectra Contract Flooring is the nation’s largest commercial flooring contractor, offering a full range of services, including installation, project management, and maintenance for carpet, hardwood, tile, and more. With decades of experience, they deliver tailored flooring solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.
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, October 29, 2024, 11:00 AM ET.
Join Flint's co-founder and CEO, Sohan Choudhury, for a live demonstration of how top independent schools around the world are using AI to help personalize learning for students.
Since the summer of 2023, Flint has worked to provide an alternative to the Wild West of AI adoption. Through the Flint platform, students can use AI to get extra help while responsibly developing AI literacy skills. And, teachers can easily use AI to create more dynamic and engaging assignments.
In this session, Sohan will give a live demo of Flint, showcase real use cases from MISBO schools, answer audience questions, and highlight discounts to Flint exclusive to MISBO partner schools!
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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