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
Bargaining Implications-State School Aid Act
We are sorry, but we are at capacity for this seminar and registration is closed. Please contact Pat Denson (pdenson@wayne.edu) or Cindy DeSmit (cdesmit@wayne.edu) to be placed on the wait list.
Date
Nov 11, 2025
Location
VisTaTech Center, Schoolcraft College, Livonia MI
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Lead with Confidence: Crafting a Bond Plan Your Community Will Champion
This session is for district leaders preparing to launch or refine a school bond initiative. We’ll cover the strategic, financial, and political aspects of bond planning through a clear, high-level roadmap.
Date
Nov 20, 2025
Location
Barton Malow Headquarters, 26500 American Drive, Southfield, Michigan 48034
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An Evening with the Metro Bureau
This event is open to both member and non-member districts and is a celebration of superintendents new to the position as well as those who are more seasoned. Central Office Administrators and Board of Education members are also encouraged to attend.
Date
Dec 3, 2025
Location
Plum Hollow Country Club,
21631 Lahser Road, Southfield, Michigan
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Announcements
Congratulations 2025 Scholarship Recipients!
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.
