MSCA AFFINITY GROUPS
2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Affinity Groups are small communities of members who share a similar area of interest or identity. Affinity Group members enjoy opportunities to discuss shared challenges, brainstorm solutions, identify valuable resources and network with like-minded peers. Each group is formed based on grassroots interest and needs and offers opportunities for meaningful conversations in safe spaces. Affinity Groups are self-directed and led by members - these discussions are open to all MSCA members.
The below scheduled dates are for the 2025-2026 school year. Interested in an affinity group on an additional topic? Reach out to Jill Hancock at jill@c2cpro.solutions.
Coordinator Group: Matt Berry & Jazell Thomas
Fall: – Wednesday, October 15, at 12:30 p.m. - Click here to register.
Spring: - Tuesday, February 24, at 12:30 p.m. - Click here to register.
Rural Counselors: Christina Gawedzinski & Melissa Millington
Fall: Monday, October 13, at 4:00 p.m. – Click here to register.
Spring: – Wednesday, February 18, at 4:00 p.m. - Click here to register.
New Counselors: Olivia Carter & Tosha Todd
Fall: – Thursday, October 9, at 3:30 p.m. - Click here to register.
Spring: – Tuesday, February 17, at 4:00 p.m. - Click here to register.
BIPOC: Jazell Thomas & Terrence Walker
Fall: – Tuesday, October 21, at 4:00 p.m. - Click here to register.
Spring: –Thursday, February 19, at 4:00 p.m. - Click here to register.
‘NRM 26 Award*: Cassie Good
Wednesday, October 15, at 4:00 p.m. - Click here to register.
Wednesday, January 21, at 4:00 pm - Click here to register.
Wednesday, April 15, at 4:00 p.m. - Click here to register.
*This affinity group is targeted towards schools interested in applying for the NRM in September 2026 (using the 2025-2026 school year data). Collaborative topics include: creating goals that close the gap, tips to maximize points, data collection, writing results reports, mission & vision statements, weekly & annual calendaring, and much more.