We think you'll FALL for this!
By Susan Kimmel, Director of the Purchasing Consortium
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.
So, what’s so great about Fall anyway?
- Pumpkin Spice Latte and other seasonal beverages: Even if you aren’t a PSL fan, you can always choose from caramel apple, maple syrup, and other delicious Fall flavors to get you in the autumn mood.
- Sweater Weather: I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to put away my tank tops and t-shirts and put on a warm cozy sweater on a cool Fall morning.
- Leaf peeping: Whether you are an avid hiker, or like to take in the scenery with a drive through the winding roads gazing at the changing leaves, Fall is sure to leave you breathless from the beauty.
- Spooky Season: From spooky decorations to costume parties and trick-or-treating, Halloween is a highlight of the season that brings out the kid in everyone.
- Football Season: Tailgating, fantasy leagues, and school spirit on the field make Fall something to cheer about!
- Comfort Foods: Warm soups, hearty casseroles, and apple pies will fill your kitchens and hearts with joy.
AND… we think you will FALL for these great things from our MISBO Consortium Partners:
Fall for these NEW MISBO Partners:
Gale, part of Cengage Group, partners with librarians and educators around the world to connect learners to essential content through user-friendly technology that enhances experiences and improves learning outcomes. For more than 65 years, Gale has collaborated with academic institutions, schools, and public libraries around the world to empower the discovery of knowledge and insights that push the boundaries of traditional research and advance learners in all areas of life. Gale has a long history of providing students, educators, and libraries with authoritative content and honor their role as a trusted publisher and aggregator of information.
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.
Fall for a re-negotiated contract with ODP Business Solutions (formerly Office Depot)!
MISBO is excited to enhance your membership benefits by partnering with ODP Business Solutions (formerly Office Depot). This collaboration offers significant savings on essential business supplies, potentially covering the entire cost of your membership.
Fall for Commitment to Excellence with Captivated Health powered by Borislow Insurance.
Honoring Unwavering Dedication to Education, the Commitment to Excellence Award seeks to recognize individuals for their dedication and persistent efforts to improve the quality of education. This award is meant to show their appreciation of those who consistently strive to raise educational standards, innovate teaching practices, and/or enhance the learning environments for their students. Honorees will receive a professional development stipend feature in a press release and a physical award. Nominations close on September 30, 2024.
Fall for tips on selecting the right copier vendor with Teledata Select.
If you haven’t purchased or leased a copier lately, here are 6 key questions you should ask when evaluating or considering changing your copier company.
Fall for an Employee Assistance Plan that helps you navigate mental health in 2024 and beyond!
We are navigating a period of significant change in American behavioral health. As the stigma surrounding mental health continues to diminish, more individuals are seeking help and support, which is a positive development. This shift, coupled with the ongoing adaptation to a post-pandemic world, has led to the widespread acceptance of tele-health as a viable means of addressing mental health challenges.
Fall for Learning A-Z Interactive Ropes!
Learning A-Z researched-based resources support the literacy strands to improve student outcomes. Check out the Reading Rope & Writing Rope flyer to preview content aligned to each strand. These flyers can work directly with your program Raz-Plus, Reading A-Z, and Writing A-Z.
Fall for Graphic Novels! Yes, they DO count as reading!
Graphic novels provide valuable cognitive benefits, combining visuals and text that engage the brain and require readers to actively piece together the story. Reading is reading—whether it’s a graphic novel, e-book, audiobook, or traditional print. What matters most is nourishing your mind and imagination.
Director of the Purchasing Consortium
susankimmel@misbo.com
404.920.8844
Susan curates the MISBO Purchasing Consortium by maintaining and enhancing current partner relationships and pursuing new partnerships based on the needs of our members. Susan educates on and informs members of the benefits of utilizing the MISBO Purchasing Consortium. She facilitates communications with partners concerning contracts and product offerings and assists in providing optimal partner exposure. Susan has a bachelor’s degree in business administration, an MBA with an emphasis in MIS, and a certificate in Social Media Marketing and Leadership Excellence. In her spare time, Susan is a mom to 4 grown kids, Gigi to four, a personal growth junkie, crochet hobbyist, travel enthusiast, dog lover ... cat tolerator, DIY wanna-be, outdoorsy-ish, and an occasional binge watcher.
MISBO is here to help you find great products and services at great prices! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions, need help finding a partner to fill your needs, have recommendations, or just want to talk about purchasing!
You can reach her at the number and e-mail above, or set up a Zoom call with her here: