#jmcSummerKickoff Conference 2024

#jmcSummerKickoff Conference 2024

Let’s kick off the summer with games, giveaways, loaded swag bags, good food, and jmc innovations that’ll get you pumped for next year.

By jmc Training Team

Date and time

Thursday, June 20 · 8am - 4pm CDT

Location

FFA Enrichment Center - DMACC Ankeny Campus

1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy Ankeny, IA 55023

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Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Pre-Conference Fun!!

Let’s kick the day off right with breakfast kabobs, sizzling swag, photo opps, lawn games, a raffle, and a ‘dip’ in our Prize Pool.

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM

Opening Session: ‘Get Pumped for 2024’

• Refresh Rollout • Support on Your Schedule • New Family Enrollment

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Session 1: Red-Hot Community Messenger Updates

Our enhanced Community Messenger portal gives all community members the power to stay in the know on district news, how and when they want it. Join us for can’t miss updates to this robust communicat...

10:10 AM - 10:40 AM

Breakout Sessions

• jmc 101 • Attendance Form Letters and the Admin Dashboard • Implementation Sessions

11:20 AM - 12:05 PM

Session 2: Joe Beckman on ‘The Importance of Human Connection’

With guitar in hand, international speaker and best-selling author Joe Beckman shares how to deepen connections, with each other, students, the community — everyone in your life.

12:05 PM - 12:55 PM

Lunch and Q&A

Come hungry! We’ve got a summertime spread that hits the spot for both meat-lovers and vegans.

12:55 PM - 1:35 PM

Session 3: Dive into the New General Store + GATE Portals

See how easy it is to boost school spirit with the General Store and streamline event admission through GATE.

1:35 PM - 1:50 PM

Grill the Experts

Bring your most burning jmc-related questions, and if you manage to stump any of our trainers, you’ll score a wacky prize!

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Breakout Sessions

• State Reporting • New Features • Implementation Sessions

2:50 PM - 3:00 PM

Break

From sweet ‘n’ savory treats to the backyard pie bar, there’s plenty to help you fuel up for that final hour of jmc learnings.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Breakout Sessions

• GPAs & the Credit Checker • New Features • Efficient Attendance, Contact Management & Running Reports

About this event

  • 8 hours

We’re helping to kick off your summer break and the upcoming school year with a full day of summer-themed fun, indoors. Enjoy a boat-load of games, prizes, food, refreshments, and a look at jmc’s freshly revamped portals. Time to get pumped! Here are a few event highlights that shine so bright, you’ll want to grab your shades: 

A Wave of Innovation

See how we’ve enhanced Community Messenger, jmc Family, and jmc Student to empower your entire district. You’ll also get a look at our new General Store and GATE, your MVPs (Most Valuable Portals) for boosting school-community engagement.  

‘Connect with Joe Beckman’

The international speaker, best-selling author, and MN native stops by with his guitar to share how you can deepen connections with each other, students, the community — everyone under the sun. Who knows? Maybe he’ll even stay for the day…

So Many Chances to Win

From classic lawn games to a ‘dip’ in our Prize Pool, there’s something for everyone, so bring extra cash to play or pay via Venmo. The best part: 100% of entry fees will go to our favorite non-profit, DonorsChoose, to help grant classroom wishes!

Summer Experience Raffle

We’ve packed all you’d need for a summer getaway, from beach to spa retreat, into a dozen themed baskets for an unforgettable prize. You’ll get two free tickets at your seat and can buy more for $1 a pop with all proceeds going to DonorsChoose.

Good Fun All Day Long

Breakfast kabobs in the a.m. Summer-inspired spread for lunch. In between it all, treat yourself to our sweet and savory snack table, complete with an assortment of candy that would make Willy Wonka jealous. Did we mention the backyard pie bar'? 

Oh, and one more thing — the school who sends the most attendees will win a piping-hot pizza party for their building, so get your tickets today! 🎉

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jmc Training Team

At jmc, user support is woven into every aspect of our business, from the intuitive controls of our software to our regional network of support specialists.

 

One way we support users is through comprehensive training offerings. Training is part of every jmc product plan, allowing you to equip your users with the information they need to use jmc software more effectively. 

 

Our trainings are also designed to meet the needs of diverse user groups, making them a convenient option whatever your staff members’ learning or work styles.

$225