Fun with Purchasing: August 2026 DER Portal News
DER Ordering PORTAL IS OPEN
The Portal is OPEN!
Have you submitted your 2026–2027 DER order yet? If not, now's the time!
The DER portal is open and ready for ordering, and many subscriptions will be expiring soon. Submit your order before your renewal date to ensure uninterrupted access to the digital resources your students and teachers rely on.
Check out our new partners!
MISBO PARTNER HIGHLIGHTs
Sora/OverDrive
Meet the Sora/OverDrive reps and learn how they can best serve our MISBO members!
Barbie | Account Executive - bestrada@overdrive.com
Interested in bringing Sora to your school or district? Talk to Barbie. She helps schools explore Sora, identify the right solution for their needs, and navigate the path from first conversation to getting started.
James | Account Manager – jherod@overdrive.com
Have Sora but want to increase usage and engagement? Talk to James. He helps schools maximize their investment through onboarding, strategic planning, training, and student engagement initiatives that turn access into impact.
Rebecca | Digital Content Librarian – rdluback@overdrive.com
Want a collection your students will love? Talk to Rebecca. She curates ebooks and audiobooks, recommends high-interest titles, analyzes usage and collection trends, and helps schools build digital libraries that keep students reading.
Cara | Product Support Specialist – cleach@overdrive.com
Have a Sora question or need help with the platform? Talk to Cara. She helps with setup, product training, troubleshooting, and feature questions so your team can use Sora confidently and effectively.
TrekAI
Curious about practical AI tools for your school? MISBO partner TrekAI is offering member schools a complimentary 30-day demo trial. Schools that sign up will receive demo access, resources, and support from the TrekAI team—with the option for a customized walkthrough if desired.
Click Here for the Demo Request Form
Book a Discovery Call – A quick 15-minute conversation to discuss your school's goals and implementation options.
Drone Launch Learning, LLC
Drone Launch Learning is one of MISBO’s newest partners, and we’re excited to share this opportunity with you.
You can explore the full catalog of courses and watch an overview video using the links below. Drone Launch Learning is available for purchase through the DER portal, or, if you’d like to try it first, you can sign up using the trial link provided.
Overview of all the Drone Launch Learning Courses
Username: sample@dronecurriculumsample.com
Password: Dronelaunchsample1!
Mackin
Mackin's August Newsletter is Here!
Dive into an inspiring author interview with Tiffany D. Jackson, discover free eBooks and audiobooks, register for upcoming Storyteller Spotlight events, explore fresh resources for grants and makerspaces, and check out featured books, publisher showcases, and more. There’s something for every educator and librarian—take a look
FUN WITH PURCHASING BLOG BY SUSAN
Your Back-to-School Purchasing Cheat Sheet
by Susan Kimmel
The buses are getting tuned up, the pencils are being sharpened, and school teams everywhere are officially back in action! Behind every smooth start is a whole lot of planning, purchasing, problem-solving, not to mention a LOT of caffeine.
Coffee Talks
Catch Up on the Coffee Talks You Missed!
Coffee Talk sessions with our incredible MISBO DER Partners are now available on demand! These quick, 30-minute sessions offer an easy way to explore partner tools and discover fresh ideas for your library offerings—all on your own schedule. Watch one or binge them all… your coffee might still be warm when you’re done.
Catch Up on Previous Coffee Talk Webinars Here
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