{"id":5182,"date":"2024-04-10T09:23:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-10T16:23:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-12-18T22:39:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T06:39:18","slug":"become-an-mie-expert-showcase-school-or-incubator-school-for-2024-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/blog\/2024\/04\/become-an-mie-expert-showcase-school-or-incubator-school-for-2024-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Become an MIE Expert, Showcase School, or Incubator School for 2024-2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p id=\"isPasted\">The future is here, and it\u2019s time to step into the spotlight as a beacon of educational innovation. The <strong>Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Expert<\/strong> and <strong>Showcase School<\/strong> nominations for the 2024-2025 academic year are opening soon and this is your opportunity to shine! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the <a title=\"Microsoft Education\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Go to the Microsoft Education website.\">Microsoft Education<\/a> team on April 24, 2024, for an informational meeting to start your journey as an MIE Expert or Showcase School. Come learn more about each program and explore the opportunities and resources available for educators and schools. Invite your fellow educators and school leaders! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Select a time on April 24 that best fits your schedule and join us to learn more about the MIE Expert and Showcase School programs. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Option 1: Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 8:00 AM PT&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download the calendar File:&nbsp;<a title=\"Become an MIE Expert Showcase School or Incubator School for 2024-2025 - A.ics&nbsp;\" href=\"https:\/\/1drv.ms\/u\/s!AgTGj1QY5vSRgZVe3HQ48lENQigNEg?e=ZAuOfH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Download the calendar file.\">Become an MIE Expert Showcase School or Incubator School for 2024-2025 &#8211; A.ics<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join using this direct link: <a title=\"aka.ms\/EduOptionA&nbsp;\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/EduOptionA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">aka.ms\/EduOptionA&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Check the time in your timezone\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20240424T150000&amp;p1=234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">Check the time in your timezone<\/a> &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Option 2: Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 5:00 PM PT&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download the calendar file: <a title=\"Become an MIE Expert Showcase School or Incubator School for 2024-2025 - B.ics\" href=\"https:\/\/1drv.ms\/u\/s!AgTGj1QY5vSRgZVf3_e_qfAVYAVbFA?e=b6CrQ5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Click here to get the calendar file.\">Become an MIE Expert Showcase School or Incubator School for 2024-2025 &#8211; B.ics<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join using this direct link: <a title=\"aka.ms\/EduOptionB\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/EduOptionB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">aka.ms\/EduOptionB<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a title=\"Check the time in your timezone\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timeanddate.com\/worldclock\/converter.html?iso=20240425T000000&amp;p1=234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">Check the time in your timezone<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"microsoft-innovative-educator-expert-program\">Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you an educator who integrates Microsoft technology into your teaching? Do you inspire your students with creative thinking and a collaborative spirit? If so, the MIE Expert program is looking for visionaries like you. As a member of this exclusive community, you\u2019ll connect with like-minded educators globally, sharing your insights and shaping the future of education. Watch this video to\u00a0<a title=\" meet the amazing MIE Expert community\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IFVoc9_tq5A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">meet the amazing MIE Expert community<\/a>. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IFVoc9_tq5A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch the YouTube video<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-become-an-mie-expert\">How to become an MIE Expert<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Join Microsoft Learn:&nbsp;<\/strong>Start by <a title=\"creating your profile on Microsoft Learn\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">creating your profile on Microsoft Learn<\/a> to track your achievements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complete key learning paths on Microsoft Learn:&nbsp;<\/strong><a title=\"Microsoft Educator academy\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/paths\/microsoft-educator-academy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more about the Microsoft Educator academy.\">Microsoft Educator academy<\/a>, <a title=\"Master Microsoft Teams for any learning environment\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/paths\/master-microsoft-teams-any-learning-environment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">Master Microsoft Teams for any learning environment<\/a>, <a title=\"21st century learning design\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/paths\/21st-century-learning-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">21st century learning design<\/a>, and <a title=\"AI for educators\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/paths\/ai-education\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">AI for educators<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Review the nomination questions:<\/strong> For new MIE Experts, visit <a title=\"aka.ms\/MIEEnewquestions2025\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/MIEEnewquestions2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">aka.ms\/MIEEnewquestions2025<\/a>, and for renewing MIE Experts, visit <a title=\"aka.ms\/MIEErenewalquestions2025\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/MIEErenewalquestions2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">aka.ms\/MIEErenewalquestions2025<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nominate yourself:&nbsp;<\/strong>Between May 15, 2024, and June 17, 2024, <a title=\"submit your self-nomination\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/educator-center\/programs\/microsoft-educator\/expert\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Go to the self nomination form.\">submit your self-nomination<\/a>, showcasing your innovative use of Microsoft tools as an educator. Note that only nominations submitted during the nomination period will be considered. &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"microsoft-showcase-schools-program\">Microsoft Showcase Schools program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your school is a hub of innovative teaching and learning, becoming a <a title=\"Microsoft Showcase School\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/school-leaders\/showcase-schools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more\">Microsoft Showcase School<\/a> can help you take your vision further. Showcase Schools are exemplary models that use technology to create immersive and inclusive experiences, fostering essential skills for the future. Check out the Showcase School criteria: <a title=\"aka.ms\/SCScriteria2025\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/SCScriteria2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">aka.ms\/SCScriteria2025<\/a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-join-as-a-showcase-school\">How to join as a Showcase School<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Join the Incubator School pathway:&nbsp;<\/strong><a title=\"Join the pathway\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/educator-center\/programs\/microsoft-educator\/showcase-schools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">Join the pathway<\/a> and access support with your digital transformation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Familiarize yourself with the framework:&nbsp;<\/strong>Review the <a title=\"Microsoft K-12 Education Transformation Framework\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/school-leaders\/k-12-microsoft-education-transformation-framework\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">Microsoft K-12 Education Transformation Framework<\/a> to understand the program\u2019s principles.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assess your school:<\/strong> Use the Showcase School rubric to evaluate your school\u2019s current standing and areas for growth. Visit <a title=\"aka.ms\/SCSrubric20\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/SCSrubric20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">aka.ms\/SCSrubric20<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare your graduation sway:&nbsp;<\/strong>Collate evidence of your use of Microsoft tools to enhance teaching and learning. Visit <a title=\"aka.ms\/SCSgraduationsway&nbsp;\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/SCSgraduationsway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">aka.ms\/SCSgraduationsway&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nominate yourself:&nbsp;<\/strong><a title=\"Fill out the self-nomination form\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/educator-center\/programs\/microsoft-educator\/showcase-schools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Download the form.\">Fill out the self-nomination form<\/a> between June 17, 2024, and July 1, 2024, demonstrating how your school has integrated technology to enhance education. Note that only nominations submitted during the nomination period will be considered.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"are-you-ready-to-embrace-the-future-of-education\">Are you ready to embrace the future of education?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Being part of these programs means more than just recognition. It\u2019s about actively participating in a global movement that redefines education through technology. It\u2019s about preparing students for a world where digital literacy is not just valued but essential. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re calling for educators and institutions who dare to dream big. Are you ready to join the ranks of those driving educational transformation? &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"connect-with-microsoft-education\">Connect with Microsoft Education&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay up to date on the latest news and resources from <a title=\"Microsoft Education\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more.\">Microsoft Education<\/a> to support teaching and learning, no matter where you live. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join the <a title=\"Microsoft Learn Educator Center\" href=\"https:\/\/aka.ms\/learneducatorcenter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Learn more\">Microsoft Learn Educator Center<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign up for our <a title=\"educator newsletter\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/education\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Go to the 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