Welcome to The
Metro Bureau
The Metro Minute Podcast
Welcome to the Metro Minute! Your first stop for anything in public education. If we are going to build relationships in education, we need to bring the best professionals who partner with schools right to our members. This cast will give you a snapshot of the key players and programs in K12 schools and colleges in South Eastern Michigan. We want to give you a quick glimpse of the various levels of support, problem solving, and professional development in hopes that you will want to learn even more by coming to one of our live events or take our virtual professional development courses. Join us to hear from the top leaders in education as we support you in moving your district future forward.
The Metro Monthly Spotlight
Metro Bureau Events
ED Camp VII for 2026
The Metro Bureau ED Camp offers a comprehensive library of high-quality, on-demand professional development videos featuring expert strategies on topics like AI, student behavior, and student engagement. Districts can leverage this flexible resource to provide accessible, self-paced learning that supports all teachers and allows districts to provide extra SCECHs. The cost of this year’s ED Camp is $500 for member districts or $650 for non-member districts. This content remains available for a full year, so your district can rely on these videos for distance PD that extends well into the next school year.
Date
Jan 12, 2026
Location
Virtual
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Superintendent Summit, 2026
A Day Designed for Superintendents
We are excited to host a day full of meaningful learning experiences, reflection, and opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the region. This summit is intentionally designed to meet the professional and personal needs of today’s superintendents.
Date
Apr 15, 2026
Location
Detroit Athletic Club, 241 Madison Avenue, Detroit MI 48226
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Schoolhouse Rocked: Deciphering a Complex Legal Landscape with Confidence
Join Kevin Sutton of Miller Johnson Attorneys for a review of the latest legal developments impacting schools, from the classroom to central office. Recent legislative developments, court decisions, and administrative agency maneuvers will all be on the menu for this session. As always, Kevin will bring particular focus to the practical implications of these changes and mandates, helping attendees translate the abstract to tangible action items and considerations for their organization.
Date
Apr 29, 2026
Location
Schoolcraft College - VisTaTech, Room # W210 ABC - 18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, MI 48152
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Announcements
The 2026 Scholarship Application Is Now Available!
Deadline to apply is Friday, March 13, 2026
View the 2025 Recipients
Thank You to Participants in the Metro Bureau Open Fundraiser
Metro Bureau Open 2025 Photo Gallery
Resources
What we provide
Leadership Development
Workshops and high-impact seminars for central office and building level leaders.
Curriculum
Providing a strong forum for the sharing of instructional programs and practices among member school districts.
Member Benefits
The Metro Bureau business partnerships provide our members with expertise and advice for medical insurance, retirement, etc..
Gas & Electric
Provides lower cost energy that guarantees supply and assures that no district will pay unauthorized energy usage penalties.
Bargaining
Provides support to human resource professionals with information on trends in bargaining and settlements and more.
Information
Access to detailed information on critical topics relevant to school and college employees.
