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Membership Improvements Coming July 2024!

At TIE, we are always looking for ways to better support our members and provide the most valuable professional learning experiences. We are thrilled to announce some exciting improvements to our membership program coming in July 2024, designed to help you and your staff unlock your full potential.

Thoughtfully Curated Benefits

  • Expanded On-Demand Training: Access a growing library of self-paced courses, bite-sized learning, and timely book studies, available for whole teams and individuals seeking credit.
  • Enhanced Conference Support: Enjoy deeper discounts on registration, complimentary leadership passes, and ready-to-use STEM resources to keep students engaged while you learn.
  • Personalized PD Guidance: Leverage special pre-training assessments, microlearning reinforcement, and exclusive discounts to make the most of our services.

Simplified, More Equitable Pricing

We believe that every educator deserves access to high-quality professional development. That's why we're restructuring our membership tiers to be more inclusive and budget-friendly:

  • Streamlined tiers based on enrollment, ensuring the lowest cost per staff member for schools of all sizes; little to no price increase for the majority of districts.
  • Affordable annual rates averaging less than $2 per month per educator.
  • Significant savings compared to individual course enrollments or conference fees.

Flexible Support for Your Initiatives

TIE Membership is designed to seamlessly integrate with and amplify your district's existing professional learning initiatives. With a wide range of on-demand resources, personalized guidance, and collaborative learning opportunities, TIE Membership allows you to strategically incorporate our benefits into your ongoing PD efforts. You don't have to start from scratch – instead, leverage our support to enhance the impact of your current initiatives and drive sustained, meaningful growth across your district.

Invest in Your Growth, Invest in Your Impact

By choosing TIE Membership, you are making a smart investment in your own growth and the success of your students. Our ongoing, comprehensive approach to professional learning empowers you to take control of your development and make a lasting impact in your school and community.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your practice and accelerate your growth. Join the TIE Membership community today and unlock your full potential!

Contact us to learn more and get started.

About TIE Membership

TIE Membership is an annual district or agency-level subscription to assist school districts to leverage and maximize resources. Membership benefits are available to every teacher and administrator within a member organization. TIE Membership fees and benefits are based on K-12 district student enrollment. Benefits include:

  1. Free registration in all membership courses and all specially marked on-demand, bulk training.
  2. 30% off for normal conference registration for all staff and an additional 10% off (40% total) when registering your entire team.
  3. One free admin pass for Tiers 2-4 and two free admin passes for Tiers 5-6.
  4. Access to TIE Reads professional library.
  5. Option to enroll in discounted shared OverDrive for students.
  6. Significant discounts on our standard professional development and services.

2023-24 Fees

Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Tier 5 Tier 6
ADM
<=100
101-250
251-500
501-1000
1001-2000
=>2001
Fee
$550
$1,000
$1,250
$1,650
$2,150
$2,650

TIE Members

TIE Conference Discounts

Free administrator attendance PLUS educator discounts to TIE conference. SD’s premier educational conference, the annual TIE Conference features:

  • keynotes by education experts and influencers,
  • breakout sessions on topics relevant to today's teachers including Schoolwide Practices, Innovative Instructional Practices, Supportive Learning and Teaching Environments, and EdTech Tools and Resources,
  • 50 + exhibitors, and
  • personal networking to encourage implementation of 21st Century learning and technology trends.

Discounted general registration is available to educators from TIE membership districts, as well as a free general registration for a superintendent, principal, or school board member of Tier 2-4 members, while Tier 5-6 members receive two free administrator general registrations.

TIE Reads

A free benefit to all staff in TIE Member Districts!

Important Update: TIE Reads Merging with Shared OverDrive in July 2023

We are excited to announce that TIE Reads, our professional eLibrary, will be merging with the Shared OverDrive Digital Collection in July 2023. This integration will provide a seamless, one-stop-shop experience for all your digital content needs.

What does this mean for TIE Members?

  • The professional books currently available in TIE Reads will be moved to a dedicated educator resources section within the Shared OverDrive.
  • All content will be accessible through a single platform, making it easier than ever to find and enjoy eBooks and audiobooks for both personal and professional growth.

Continued Access and Support

Until the merger is complete in July 2023, TIE Reads will continue to operate as usual. You can still sign up and access the collection 24/7 from school or home, using your preferred device (including iPhone®, iPad®, Nook®, Android™ phones and tablets, and Kindle®).

The TIE Reads collection will remain a valuable resource, offering titles featured in TIE online classes, highlighted at conferences, and technical manuals for tech directors.

Shared OverDrive Collection

A free benefit to all staff in Member Districts!

Introducing the Enhanced Shared OverDrive: Your All-In-One Digital Library Solution

TIE is thrilled to announce a major upgrade to our Shared OverDrive Digital Collection, now offering even greater value to our TIE Member Districts. Starting in July 2024, we will have merged the former TIE Reads collection into the Shared OverDrive, creating a comprehensive digital library that serves both students and educators.

Expanded Content for Students and Staff

The Shared OverDrive Digital Collection will boast an impressive catalog of over 8,000 popular titles for students, plus a dedicated section of professional development books for educators. This means that with a single subscription, your school can provide access to a vast array of engaging content for learners of all ages, as well as valuable resources to support your staff's ongoing growth.

Unbeatable Value and Convenience

By joining the Shared OverDrive, your school will enjoy:

  • Unparalleled affordability, with costs as low as $1.50 per student
  • Easy access through the student-friendly Sora app
  • Round-the-clock availability, at school and at home
  • Integration with public library collections for even more content
  • The ability to curate your own local collection with school-specific titles
  • Grade-level filtering for age-appropriate content discovery
  • Expert support from OverDrive content specialists to optimize your collection

Simple Sign-Up and Dedicated Support

Joining the Shared OverDrive is a breeze. TIE Member Schools simply pay an annual fee based on enrollment, with the entire fee allocated to the shared collection. Plus, you have the flexibility to add funds for titles specific to your school's needs. To get started or learn more, reach out to Suzy Nash.

Your dedicated OverDrive/Sora Team is here to ensure your success:

  • Suzy Nash, Account Executive – Email to sign up and set up your Advantage Account
  • Quinn Sobieszczanski, Account Manager – Email for all things related to invoicing, purchasing, and platform management
  • Brandon Wray, Product Support Specialist – Email for technical assistance and authentication setup
  • Jodi Solomon, Digital Content Librarian – Email for help with content curation and title-specific inquiries

Don't wait to unlock the power of the Shared OverDrive Digital Collection for your school. Provide your students and staff with unrivaled access to a world of digital content, all in one place. Join today and experience the difference!

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