The Minority Education Initiative (MEI), is a non- profit organization, made up of educators, policymakers, professionals in the public and private sector and other individuals committed to ensuring that secondary and post-secondary educational opportunities are appropriate and accessible to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.The mission of MEI is to increase awareness, access, and actualization of a college degree for minorities as a means of improving quality of life. Through workshops, trainings, and conferences we hope to bring attention to this important topic.
PHONE: 404-889-6577
EMAIL: ADMIN@MEICOLLABORATIVE.COM
PBI Summit:
Operating A Compliant & Successful PBI Program
May 1-4, 2016
Atlanta, G.A.
PBI Summit:
Operating A Successful PBI Program
"PBI Summits" are intense trainings designed especially for PBI grantees. Our research team worked tirelessly to identify topics that will affect federally-funded programs, especially PBI. We recruit only the best & brightest local and national expert faculty. The PBI Summits and surrounding events hosted by MEI remain the only technical assistance opportunities specifically addressing the needs of the PBI community.
The "PBI Summit- Operating A Successful PBI Program" is an intense 3-day training designed especially for PBI grantees. Collectively our team has over 50 years of experience with operating federally-funded grants. The experience and multiple perspectives definitely make this workshop the one to attend. New staff in newly funded PBI Grants and new staff in refunded PBI Grants are invited to attend. Seasoned staff might also find valuable insight in this workshop. The topics promise to have an impact on your ability to successfully operate your PBI Grant. Don’t miss this chance to network with and learn along with your PBI colleagues!
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Tentative Workshops Topics Include:
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Best Practices/ Answering burning questions
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Student Retention and Graduation
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The Design and Operation of Model Programs
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Strategies for Recruiting and Serving Hard to Reach Populations
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Data Collection for Program Evaluation
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Collaborating for Success
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Use of Appropriate Educational Technology
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Best Practices/ Answering burning questions
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New Staff Development Workshop
The "New Staff Development" workshop is an intense all day training to enhance the skills and expertise of project directors, staff and supporting administrative personel employed at institutions with PBI grants. ​The training will cover in-depth review of EDGAR and OMB Circulars. This inlcudes "best practices" used by leading educational professionals.This event will bring U.S. Department of Education representatives and national experts face to face with all PBI grantees.
The relationship between the U.S. Department of Education Program Officers and Project Personnel (grantees) is a cooperative monitoring function, defined by Federal statutes and regulations and by MEI's internal standards of conduct and expectations. Attendees will meet with U.S. Department of Education representatives and national experts to discuss ideas and issues that help to ensure long-term project effectiveness. This training will include the participation of key U.S. Department of Education personnel. These presenters include: · Dr. James Minor, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Higher Education Programs · Donald Watson, Department of Education– HBCU’s · Bernadette Miles, Department of Education– PBI · Otis Wilson, Department of Education– Risk Management · John Hunt, Department of Education– Title III (retired).
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Tentative Workshops Topics Include:
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Update from the U.S. Department of Education
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Overview of EDGAR and OMB Circulars
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What is PBI- Formula vs. Competive?
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New Staff Roundtables
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Best Practices/ Answering burning questions
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REGISTRATION RATES:
MEI EIN#: 46-2218651
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Regular Registration (August 1, 2016 – October 15, 2016)
PBI SUMMIT: Operating A Compliant & Successful Program (ONLY)- $499 PER PERSON
New Staff Development (ONLY)- $199 PER PERSON
PBI SUMMIT: Operating A Successful Program & New Staff Development- $599
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PLEASE NOTE:
* New Staff Development Workshop is ONLY for newly-funded PBI FORMULA GRANTEES. The PBI SUMMIT: Program Compliance & Sustainability Workshop is open to ALL PBI GRANTEES.
* $50 Discount per attendee will be extended to programs that register multiple attendees. Discount only applies to registrations completed during "Regular Registration" period.
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Late Registration (October 16, 2016 – November 1, 2016)
PBI SUMMIT: Operating A Successful Program (ONLY)- $599 PER PERSON
New Staff Development (ONLY)- $299 PER PERSON
PBI SUMMIT: Operating A Successful Program & New Staff Development- $699
REGISTRATION RATES
REGISTER ONLINE
​Follow the link to register online.
MAIL IN REGISTRATION
​Print the attached document and mail to: MInority Education Initiative, P.O. Box 366392, Atlanta, GA 30336
OVER-FLOW HOTEL INFORMATION
​For your convenience, a block of rooms have been reserved. Call the hotel directly to book. Mention Minority Education Initiative to receive the special discounted rate. (Holiday Inn is located directly across the street from te host hotel- Crowne Plaza.)
Holiday Inn & Suites
Atlanta Airport North
1380 Virginia Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30344
Tel: 404-669-1208 Fax: 404-669-1209
PAY ONLINE
Complete attached form and an invoice will be sent within 48 hours.
CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE
Follow the link to download
the training agenda.