By Michelle Sine, CFO, MSBO Board Member, Associate Superintendent of Business and Operations, Charlotte Public Schools
November is an opportune time for me to express my sincere appreciation to the MSBO membership for entrusting me with a position on the MSBO Board of Directors. Serving this remarkable organization is an honor, and it allows me to give back to colleagues from across the state who dedicate themselves wholeheartedly each day. I am genuinely excited for the opportunity to serve an organization that plays such an important role in the education of Michigan’s children.
For those I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting yet, allow me to share a bit about myself. I am fortunate to have the love and support of my amazing family—I have been married to my husband for 24 years and am a proud mother of two adult children. Over the past 24 years, I have had the privilege of serving the Charlotte Public Schools’ community in various capacities. I’ve learned from exceptional mentors and now have the honor of mentoring others in my role as the Associate Superintendent of Business and Operations. My experiences have given me an appreciation for all aspects of K-12 education from the bus driver that safely gets our children to school, to the accountant making sure employees are paid on time and every other team member supporting our students and staff each day.
It’s crucial to remember the significance of support roles in our districts. Many of us may not interact with students or visit a school building regularly, making it easy to overlook the undeniable positive impact that each of us can choose to have on our students, community, and each other. The work done “behind the scenes” is instrumental to the success of our organizations and those we serve, yet it’s often taken for granted and overlooked in the daily whirlwind of work.
I encourage you to reflect daily on your positive contributions to your organization. Remind your team members of their importance and the meaningful difference their work makes. I pledge to advocate for you and express my gratitude by supporting you through my service on the MSBO Board of Directors.
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- Cannot Be On An Island Alone – Mary Beth Rogers
- Deadline for MSBO Board Candidate Applications is December 1
- Group Solutions: Practical Solutions
- MSBO Annual Conference & Exhibit Show Update
- MSBO Leadership Institute Transforms Leadership Skills
- MSBO Update – Robert Dwan
- Take Advantage of these MSBO Scholarships
- Welcome New Members
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