General Education Department
Copper Country Intermediate School District provides a variety of programs and services to effectively meet the needs of school districts in Houghton, Baraga and Keweenaw counties. Programs and services are designed and implemented to assist teachers and administrators in providing meaningful learning experiences to K-12 students and improving student achievement.
Programs and Services of the General Education Department
Professional Development for Teachers and Administrators
- Content Area, Pedagogy and Technology Workshops and Institutes
- New Teacher Mentoring Program
- State board Continuing Education Credits
- Comprehensive School Health and Safe and Druge Free Schools
Support for State and Federal Mandates
- School Improvement Assistance
- Data Analysis of Student Achievement Data (MEAP)
- Education Standards and Content Expectations
- No Child Left Behind, Annual Yearly Progress and Education YES
- High School Reform
Student Services
- After-school, Family and Enrichment Activities
- Gifted and Talented Programs
- Student Leadership Committee
Leadership
- Coordinate general educational activities between the districts in CCISD
- Foster partnerships with Universities, community and state organization, and businesses
- Pursue grant funds for new programs and initiatives
Lending Resource Library
- Curriculum and Activity Guides
- Children’s Literature
- Classroom Kits and Scientific Equipment
- Teacher Reference Material
Staff of the General Education Department
Director of General Education
Carla Strome
Director of MiSTEM Western Upper Peninsula Region
Emily Gochis
Early Literacy Coach
Angela Elmblad
Comprehensive School Health and Safe and Drug Free Schools
Taryn Mason
Michigan Tech Center for Science and Environmental Outreach Director
Joan Chadde
Pupil Auditor / General Education Secretary
Jamie Johnson