Fun with Purchasing: September 2024 Updates
big news!!
Announcement - new Partner Connect!
Launching September 25, 2024
MISBO's Partner Connect is your new tool for finding the perfect partner for your school's purchasing needs. Partner Connect is an easy way to log in, select what you looking to purchase, and request information from multiple MISBO partners all at once!
Join the webinar to learn more
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
fun with purchasing Blog by Susan
We Think you'll fall for this!
by Susan Kimmel
School is under way in all our member schools, which means Fall is right around the corner – 17 days to be exact! And if you are like 45% of the rest of Americans, Fall is your favorite season, according to a CBS news poll of 1,600 people.
New Consortium partners
AOT Office Technologies
AOT provides the latest in Document Management solutions and software combined with the best service, for a wide range of printers, multi-function printers, document scanners and plotters.
iS3 Tech Services, LLC
iS3 Tech Services specializes in advanced security solutions, including video surveillance, access control, and weapons detection systems. We deliver tailored, high-quality security installations and services, ensuring the safety and protection of private schools. Our expertise enhances security operations while providing peace of mind to administrators, staff, and students.
Kai's Education
Kai's Education offers innovative products like Kai's Clan, an all-in-one STEAM toolbox, and KaiBot, a hybrid robot for screen-free coding. These tools help children learn coding, STEM, and robotics, integrating physical robots with virtual worlds to foster creativity and 21st-century skills.
MISBO PARTNERS HIGHLIGHTS
Batteries Plus
Lighting Solutions To Save $$$
Did you know our special program with Batteries Plus includes lighting?? Soon the days will be shorter and dusk will fall earlier. Before then, you’ll want to take a walk around your building's indoor/outdoor space and take note of any lighting outages or opportunities.
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- Landscape lighting
- Parking lot lights
- Lighting for entryways
- Architectural lighting
- Office/warehouse lighting
- Motion sensor lighting
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Start a list and get in touch with your Batteries Plus Business rep to place an order. Start saving on the lighting solutions you need now, and power on this fall.
Captivated Health
Commitment to Excellence Award
The Commitment to Excellence Award, presented by Borislow Insurance, recognizes and honors the dedication, innovation, and achievements of educators, administrators, and staff at Independent Schools. This award is designed to celebrate those who significantly enhance the quality of education and positively impact the student experience through their exemplary contributions.
CCS
Incredible Price Special: Epson Powerlite
Easily project bright, easy-to-read images from nearly anywhere in the classroom with the L200SX Wireless XGA 3LCD short-throw laser display. Delivering 3,600 lumens of brightness1 and high-quality, resolution images up to 112” (4:3), the L200SX maximizes readability and collaboration.
CorpCare
Employee Assistance Program (EAP
Their personal lives– from starting a family to finances, to behavioral health concerns – can have a noticeable impact on productivity and quality of life. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides the resources to ensure you are there for your employees with the critical support they need, so they can be there for you.
DEMCO
Five Things You Didn't Know About Working With Demco
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- Schools can give new furniture a test run with a pilot classroom.
- Demco can help remove outgoing furniture.
- Demco can incorporate your existing pieces into your new design.
- Demco can help you develop standards and consistency across campuses.
- Demco offers change management to help shift mindsets.
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FACTS
FACTS Provides A Thorough Financial Review
FACTS' comprehensive approach goes beyond standard forms, offering a clear and complete view of each family’s financial situation. This ensures your school can award aid accurately to those who need it most.
FLINT
Case Study: Why Woodward Academy Chose Flint for AI
When Woodward Academy partnered with Flint back in October 2023, studies had only just come out about how cheating concerns with AI were overblow. The discussion was beginning to shift more and more towards concrete ways student use of AI could benefit learning. Over the course of the 2023-24 school year, the Woodward team has been intentional in leveraging their AI Committee, defining an AI policy, selecting AI tools, and communicating with faculty about proper usage and security.
Exploring Endangered Animals with AI Flint: A Fun Adventure for Kids
One of NJIS’ school-wide goals is to help students develop important 21st-century skills, including using AI in the classroom. Teachers foster technological awareness in kindergarten by familiarizing children with basic technology tools and devices, such as tablets and interactive learning apps. We have integrated Flint AI into our classroom activities as part of this initiative. This article will explore the captivating world of endangered animals with AI Flint, where kindergarten children transform into scientists and conservationists.
AI in K-12 Independent Schools: Report Highlight
See insightful facts about how schools are paving the way for student use of AI and how schools are excited to use AI for academics.
Microsoft
Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program
The Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program will provide up to $200 million to selected participants over a three-year term to purchase a wide variety of cybersecurity services and equipment.
ODP Business Solutions (formerly Office Depot)
Staying Ahead Of The Curve For The School Year
Happy Back to School Shopping Season! From required textbooks and binders to new backpacks, shopping and saving for this year has never been easier. Our program offers deep discounts on the supplies you need to start the semester on the right foot. Register today to start saving on the items your student needs.
Revolution Office
Why Revolution Office?
Revolution Office has developed a disruptive business model that guarantees 30-50% cost savings, even if you are in the middle of a lease. We offer equipment from all the major brands including Ricoh, Canon, Xerox, Konica Minolta and Sharp.
TeleData Select
What really is Voice over Internet Protocol or (VoIP)t
VoIP which stands for Voice over Internet Protocol is a transformative force in communication, empowering voice calls over broadband internet connections rather than traditional analog phone lines. But what powers this innovation? VoIP works by converting your voice into digital signals, enabling calls over the internet via devices like computers, VoIP phones, or data-enabled gadgets. Essentially, it’s your phone service delivered through the internet.
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, September 17, 2024, 1:00 PM ET.
Join us to learn about why Big Back Pack's tailored approach to search for business/finance, operations, and advancement positions in independent schools is so effective. In this webinar, Big Back Pack team members will share how they use push marketing and AI recruiting platforms to identify top talent from inside and outside the independent school industry, why their intensive screening processes lead to a "two-way fit" for candidates and schools, and how they help schools onboard personnel so that they stay for years to come. We will share several success stories as a basis for the presentation.
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setting up your reporting for success in the new fiscal year
by Kaitlin Windle, Apte
Managing a school's finances requires more than just setting annual goals; it demands understanding how financial performance unfolds each month. Traditional budgeting methods often split the annual budget equally across all months. Due to the seasonality of a school’s tuition collection, fundraising efforts and more, not having a budget curve can significantly distort your understanding of performance.
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