Fun with Purchasing: November 2025 Updates
Find Your Perfect Match With MISBO's Partner Connect
Let’s be honest, spending hours trying to find the perfect partner for your purchasing needs is so archaic. Who has the time (or patience) for that? Enter Partner Connect, MISBO's "dating app" to find your perfect MISBO Consortium Partner. It's like online dating but you know these matches have already been vetted and background checked!
USI White Paper - 2026 Health Plan Renewals
What’s Behind the Unexpected Increase in 2026 Health Plan Renewals?
Get ahead of one of the biggest challenges employers will face in the coming year. USI’s latest white paper breaks down why 2026 health plan renewals are surging far beyond expectations, with early increases landing between 18% and 25%—more than double the medical trend many organizations planned for. From the sharp rise in high-cost claims and renegotiated provider contracts to tariff-driven price pressures and escalating pharmacy spending, this piece offers a clear, data-backed look at the forces reshaping employer healthcare costs. It also highlights strategic, practical steps employers can take now to regain control and build more sustainable benefits plans. A must-read for any organization preparing for renewal season.
NEW MISBO PARTNERS
Parrish Construction Group
Since 1995, Parrish has grown to 160 team members. By living out the Parrish mission, each team member at Parrish is committed to excellence each and every day. Parrish has completed 700+ projects across Georgia in sectors like education, industrial, municipal, water/wastewater, and healthcare, using various delivery methods from Design-Build to CM/General Contracting. Parrish thrives on repeat business, with 89% of projects from returning clients, contributing to an 18% annual growth over the past five years by consistently exceeding client expectations.
MISBO PARTNERS HIGHLIGHTS
Educational Collaborators
Technology Purchasing in Uncertain Times: Strategies for Independent School Leaders
In today’s volatile technology market - shaped by tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and shifting manufacturing - independent schools must adapt quickly to secure the tools they need. Technology Purchasing in Uncertain Times offers practical strategies from experts at STS Education and Educational Collaborators, emphasizing long-term planning, proactive purchasing, and flexible budgeting. With insights on accelerating decision-making, navigating pricing fluctuations, and building multi-year tech roadmaps, this article gives school leaders the guidance they need to make confident, cost-effective technology investments amid ongoing uncertainty.
Mackin
November Mackin Community
Get cozy with the latest issue of Mackin Community — featuring an exclusive author interview with Katherine Paterson, an invitation to our next Storyteller Spotlight webinar, and fresh tools and insights for your library or classroom. Sign up now to stay ahead of the curve and spark creativity in your space!
BusMax
Busmax Expands Nationwide with Special Offers for MISBO Schools
Busmax Rent-A-Bus is excited to announce the expansion of its footprint nationwide. The company is grateful for its longstanding partnership with MISBO, and to show its appreciation, Busmax is offering special discounted rental rates exclusively for MISBO schools.
As schools navigate transportation challenges throughout the Fall, Winter, and Spring, Busmax is ready to help. With CDL-licensed drivers increasingly hard to find, the company provides non-CDL, 15-passenger multi-function school activity buses that meet all federal motor vehicle safety standards for student transportation.
Whether a school needs an additional bus for a month, a full semester, or a longer-term solution, Busmax offers flexible programs to fit the need. Backed by 47 years of industry experience and more than 12 years as a proud MISBO vendor, Busmax Rent-A-Bus remains committed to supporting schools with reliable, student-safe transportation options.
OneDigital HR Consulting
Year-end is always a busy time for HR professionals. This year-end checklist was created to help our clients efficiently manage year-end HR compliance tasks. By using this resource, you can navigate compliance deadlines, update policies, and prepare your school for the upcoming year. Whether you’re a seasoned HR manager or new to compliance, this tool will help you stay proactive, reduce risk, and foster a smooth transition into the new year.
As you work through these tasks, remember that OneDigital HR Consulting is here to support you every step of the way. Our team offers expertise in compliance audits, policy updates, benefits and payroll coordination, HRIS/technology support, manager training, employee communications, and ongoing advisory services. Partnering with OneDigital means gaining a trusted resource to help reduce risk, save time, and ensure your organization’s HR practices are both compliant and effective.
Corpay (formerly Paymerang)
How AP Automation Strengthens Cash Flow for Independent Schools
In independent schools, steady cash flow supports everything from classroom resources to campus operations. When payments go out too early, budgets tighten. When they go out too late, vendor relationships are strained.
Accounts payable (AP) automation gives finance teams the control to time payments with accuracy. Automated scheduling and real-time visibility help schools plan disbursements, capture available discounts, and maintain liquidity for their highest priorities.
Learn how AP automation helps independent schools strengthen cash flow and financial visibility.
Demco
Discover fresh, practical ways to bring movement into the classroom in “Making Movement Matter” from Demco. Author Dr. Robert Dillon highlights how even small changes - like standing during read-alouds, using mobile whiteboards, or scheduling short movement breaks—can improve focus, reduce stress, and boost engagement. This piece offers four actionable strategies that work in any space, helping educators transform static learning environments into vibrant, student-centered ones.
12M & Ed Tech Recruiting
Everyone Has a ‘Sweet Spot’ in Their Ability to Learn and Grow. Here’s How to Identify It Among Your Employees.
Workplaces thrive when leaders can spot and nurture potential, not just performance. This Entrepreneur article explores how to recognize your team’s capacity for growth by identifying key traits, providing meaningful challenges, and creating opportunities for development. Learn practical ways to cultivate future leaders who are not just high performers but ready to take the next step.
Batteries Plus
Is Your Generator Battery Ready for Winter?
Winter weather puts extra strain on your generator battery, and if it fails, so does your backup plan. Making sure your battery is fresh and tested means your generator will be ready the moment you need it most.
Learn how to choose, maintain, and replace your generator battery for reliable performance this season with our expert generator guide.
FUN WITH PURCHASING BLOG BY SUSAN
Your Fall Refresh Starts With School Scout (and a Little Help From Your Friends)
by Susan Kimmel
We have turned the clocks back, your inbox is full of Black Friday “sneak peeks,” and your to-do list is growing faster than a leaf pile in November. But before the holidays hit full speed, let’s talk about your network, because just like that second slice of pie, it’s something you’ll be thankful for later.
Snacks and partner facts
Snacks & Partner Facts
The Snacks & Partner Facts Series has had a serious glow-up! Now easier (and way more useful), this series runs every Tuesday and delivers either:
- Educational Bites: think navigating school choice, attracting teachers and families, building best-in-class HR departments, and more.
- Success Stories: hear directly from your peers on how they’re succeeding with our partners.
- New Partners: learn more about the new MISBO partners.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Click below for a quick look at some of MISBO's partners by category.
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CONTACT US
As always, we are here to help you find quality products and services at exceptional prices.
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