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Join us for this half day workshop to create an implementation plan for a high-quality Instructional Mentorship and Induction program for early career educators.  The focus will be on setting your vision and program goals to set up a system that can be sustained in future years.  Teams will create an updated Mentoring Handbook and set a schedule for support for the 2025 - 2026 school year.  This workshop is for any school leaders, mentors, or coaches who are tasked with helping onboard and support new teachers. Schools are encouraged to bring a team to work together to create their plan.

The cost of this event is reduced due to a Mentoring/Induction grant from MDE.

 This opportunity is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special Education - Grants to States

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This book study provides educators with a guide to integrating AI into lesson planning, based on Elevating Educational Design with AI by Dr. Catlin R. Tucker and Dr. Katie Novak. Topics will include personalized learning, accessibility for students with disabilities, and streamlining educator workflows to free up time for more creativity and classroom engagement, while also addressing ethical considerations and practical classroom strategies. Participants will gain insights into using AI to create engaging, student-centered learning experiences. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own copy of the book.

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Universal strategies increase understanding for all learners.  Grab a cup of cold pressed coffee, and join colleagues in exploring strategies that can be woven into your current practices and curriculum with the 2nd edition of this valuable book. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own copy of the book.

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Join us in an engaging book study of Rethinking Disability and Mathematics: A UDL Math Classroom Guide for Grades K-8 by Rachel Lambert. This study will explore how to create inclusive and equitable mathematics learning environments that support all students.

Participate virtually in six sessions on Wednesdays from 9:15-10:15, starting June 11th. 

Through this study, we will:
 - Examine the intersection of disability and mathematics education.
 - Learn strategies to support diverse learners.
 - Engage in meaningful discussions with peers.

Together, we’ll dive into key themes such as reimagining student potential, disrupting deficit-based thinking, and designing math instruction that values diverse ways of knowing. Whether you're a classroom teacher, special educator, or math coach, this study will deepen your understanding of inclusive practices and help you transform your approach to teaching math.

Let’s rethink disability and reimagine what’s possible for all learners!

*Participants are responsible for purchasing their own book.

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Foundational Institute for Coaching Days 1 & 2 

This training centers on mentoring with an equity lens, exploring mentoring roles, using high-leverage tools to engage in mentoring cycles, and creating an optimal learning environment for students and teachers. Through this two-day training, mentors will acquire the tools and strategies needed to foster inclusive learning environments and promote equitable outcomes for every learner.

This training will be the first two days of the four day FIC training.  Participants have a choice of signing up for Days 3 & 4 in person in August or hybrid in the Fall.  

Days 3 & 4 are offered two times:

August 21st - 22nd in person at Resource Training & Solutions

September 19th & October 3rd hybrid

This opportunity is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special Education - Grants to States

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Did you know your school grounds are a rich resource that provides opportunities to spark a student’s sense of wonder while increasing academic knowledge and achievement? Join Jeffers Foundation facilitators to gain insight into the benefits of learning outdoors. Learn strategies and receive tools to help you confidently identify and move lessons and curriculum that you already teach outside onto your school grounds in order to increase student engagement through authentic learning experiences. Participants will learn through experience, so come prepared to go outdoors! 

*Participating teachers are eligible to receive a class set of Jeffers Journals to use with their students next school year.

*The cost of this event is covered by the Jeffers Foundation.

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Join Nikki Bettcher Erickson and special guest Ashlee Cournia to learn more about how project-based learning can boost student engagement. 

Join us for an interactive webinar focused on harnessing the power of project-based learning (PBL) to boost student engagement. Learn how to personalize learning experiences to a variety of learning environments (in person, online, blended), tap into students' passions and gifts, and create inclusive environments that support all ability levels. We’ll explore strategies that can assist teachers in meeting multiple standards, so you can integrate PBL into your curriculum and create more efficient learning. 

Key takeaways:

• Creative and student-centered ideas to increase students engagement
• Create a more inclusive and collaborative environment for all ability levels
• Project Based Learning (PBL) provides more opportunities for standards bunding and Universal Design for Learning

Great opportunity for educators and school leaders to learn how to integrate more engaging student-centered learning in their schools and classrooms.

For more information about this event please reach out to Nikki Bettcher Erickson at 
nerickson@resourcecoop-mn.gov
 

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Foundational Institute for Coaching Days 1 - 4 

This four-day training centers on mentoring with an equity lens, exploring mentoring roles, using high-leverage tools to engage in mentoring cycles, and creating an optimal learning environment for students and teachers. Through the four-day training, mentors will acquire the tools and strategies needed to foster inclusive learning environments and promote equitable outcomes for every learner.

Cost for this training is reduced due to a Mentoring / Induction grant from MDE.

 This opportunity is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special Education - Grants to States 

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Understanding fractions begins long before students see a numerator and denominator. In this interactive session, educators will explore effective strategies to develop young learners’ foundational fraction concepts through hands-on activities, visual models, and real-world connections. We’ll focus on building a deep, conceptual understanding of fractions as part-whole relationships, unit fractions, and early fraction sense to set students up for success in later grades. Join us to strengthen your instructional toolkit and make fractions meaningful for all learners!

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Rather than a book club, engage in an interactive presentation that will give you an overview of the book, The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. You are encouraged to attend with or without reading the book! Explore the collapse of youth mental health in the era of smartphones, social media, and big tech as well as a roadmap to a healthier childhood. Join us to develop a deeper understanding of "the great rewiring of childhood" in our anxious generation and discuss how we can better support our students collectively. Leave feeling like you have read the book! 

Virtual Zoom link will be sent to you prior to the presentation. 

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Too often, students learn fraction operations by memorizing rules without truly understanding the “why” behind them. This session will take educators beyond algorithms to explore the deep conceptual foundations of adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions. Through visual models, hands-on activities, and real-world problem-solving, teachers will gain strategies to help students build lasting fraction sense. Join us to transform the way you teach fraction operations—moving from rote procedures to meaningful understanding!

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This practical resource offers the foundational skills and tools needed by new coaching educators, as well as presenting an overview of the knowledge and theory base behind the practice. Established coaches will find numerous ways to deepen and refine their coaching practice. Principals and others who incorporate coaching strategies into their work will also find this to be a wonderful resource.  This summer book study will provide participants with a collaborative environment to dive deeper into Elena Aguilar’s effective strategies.  All meetings will occur via Zoom. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own book. 

The cost of this event has been reduced due to the MN Mentoring & Induction Grant.

Dates: July 9, 16, 23 & 30

Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am 

Location: Zoom

CEUs: Teacher CEU

Who should enroll? Elementary & Secondary Licensed Teachers

Facilitator: Kelsey Harps

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Brief Description:

Join us for a Data Day designed specifically for school leaders to deepen their understanding of data-driven decision-making. This professional development opportunity will provide hands-on experience in analyzing student performance data, identifying trends, and implementing actionable strategies to improve outcomes.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn best practices for data collection, interpretation, and application.
• Explore equity-focused approaches to ensure all students thrive.
• Develop action plans to drive instructional improvements and school-wide initiatives.
• Collaborate with fellow leaders to share insights and strategies.
• Use of MnMTSS Data-Based Decision-Making protocol

Empower your leadership with data-informed decisions that foster student achievement and school success. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your approach to data!

Lunch will be provided.

This session is partially funded by COMPASS: ​Collaborative Minnesota Partnerships to Advance Student Success

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Ready to transform your math classroom? Learn creative strategies for teaching math to all students, including math language routines, UDL practices, and engaging activities for interventions. Through hands-on workshops and real-world examples, we'll explore flexible instruction, multimodal strategies, and inclusive techniques to ensure every student thrives.

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This professional development session focuses on aligning local math assessments with statewide assessments utilizing resources provided by the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). Educators will explore best practices for curriculum alignment, analyze assessment blueprints, and use Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) data to inform instructional planning and improve student outcomes.

Those interested are encouraged to register as a team (not required).

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This professional learning session equips educators with research-based strategies to support multilingual learners in developing literacy skills. Participants will explore ways to scaffold instruction, build academic vocabulary, and create an inclusive classroom environment that values linguistic diversity. Through interactive discussions and practical examples, educators will learn how to leverage students’ home languages and cultural backgrounds to enhance comprehension, engagement, and literacy growth. Whether teaching reading, writing, or content-area literacy, this session provides actionable tools to meet the needs of multilingual learners at various proficiency levels.

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If you don’t document it, you didn’t do it. This course supports school nurses maintaining school health records, addresses health information privacy, and provides strategies for accurate data collection and documentation. Learn how data can be used to facilitate the nursing process in school health and implement quality improvement measures. CEUs provided for RNs and LPNs.

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Join us for a dynamic three-day event designed to help district leaders identify, analyze, and develop actionable solutions to a key problem of practice within their schools or districts. Through a blend of facilitated discussions, expert insights, and collaborative problem-solving, participants will engage in meaningful work to drive student success. This event will provide a structured process to guide leaders in defining challenges, exploring evidence-based strategies, and crafting a plan for sustainable improvement.

Breakout sessions will offer deeper dives into critical areas of instructional leadership, including bundling standards for more cohesive curriculum design, strengthening Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) for continuous improvement, leveraging curriculum-based professional learning to enhance instructional practices, and implementing highly effective Tier 1 strategies to support all learners. Participants will leave with concrete tools, strategies, and an action plan tailored to their district’s unique needs.

Teams will also convene mid year and end of year to evaluate progress and outline future plans. 

Cost:

Full Members Receive 4 seats included in their membership.  Each additional attendee is $90 / person

*Full Members use discount code FullMember25 during registration to receive your 4 complimentary seats

Associate Members: $120 / person 

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The transition from high school to adulthood is a pivotal moment in the lives of autistic youth and their families. In this insightful webinar, Dr. Andrew Nelson, Director of the Autism Response Team (ART) at Autism Speaks, and Resource's own autism expert, Dr. Nikki Bettcher Erickson will share strategies for navigating this complex journey. Practical tips for accessing support services, the importance of self-advocacy, and how to navigate systems of care and education as autistic individuals move into adulthood are topics that will be covered. Participants will gain valuable insights from Dr. Nelson’s research on autistic resilience and self-advocacy, and learn how you can better support autistic youth during this important life stage. This webinar is applicable for parents, caregivers, educators and professionals working to create a smoother transition for autistic individuals into adulthood.

For more information about this event please reach out to Nikki Bettcher Erickson at 
nerickson@resourcecoop-mn.gov

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The Rising Educators Academy is a one day workshop designed to increase confidence and capacity in early career educators; setting them up for success in the first weeks of school and beyond. Educators will engage in learning sessions to help them create an Optimal Learning Environment in their classroom that allows for the success of all learners. Rising Educators can receive continued support throughout the year through our Rising Educators Academy Plus and our Rising Educators Network Forums.

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Session 1 of 4 modules of eduCLIMBER training in person with a eduCLIMBER trainer ranging from introductory to advanced content. 

Session 1,  3 hour module covers the Introduction of eduCLIMBER and how to navigate academic data

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Session 2 of 4 modules of eduCLIMBER training in person with a eduCLIMBER trainer ranging from introductory to advanced content. 

Session 2,  3 hour module covers Navigating incident data and attendance data and Triangulating data

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Session 3 of 4 modules of eduCLIMBER training in person with a eduCLIMBER trainer ranging from introductory to advanced content. 

Session 3,  3 hour module covers Creating Early Warning Systems Part 1 and 2

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Session 4 of 4 modules of eduCLIMBER training in person with a eduCLIMBER trainer ranging from introductory to advanced content. 

Session 4,  3 hour module covers Configuring interventions and Creating intervention groups

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Foundational Institute for Coaching Days 3 & 4 

* must complete FIC Days 1 & 2 

This training centers on mentoring with an equity lens, exploring mentoring roles, using high-leverage tools to engage in mentoring cycles, and creating an optimal learning environment for students and teachers. Through this two-day training, mentors will acquire the tools and strategies needed to foster inclusive learning environments and promote equitable outcomes for every learner.

There are 2 options for Days 3 & 4

August 21st - 22nd are in person dates

September 19th and October 3rd are hybrid

This opportunity is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special Education - Grants to States

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Foundational Institute for Coaching Days 1 - 4 

This four-day training centers on mentoring with an equity lens, exploring mentoring roles, using high-leverage tools to engage in mentoring cycles, and creating an optimal learning environment for students and teachers. Through the four-day training, mentors will acquire the tools and strategies needed to foster inclusive learning environments and promote equitable outcomes for every learner.

Cost for this training is reduced due to a Mentoring / Induction grant from MDE.

 This opportunity is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special Education - Grants to States 

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The Rising Educators Academy Plus provides essential support for early-career educators, particularly those holding a Tier 1/2 license and participants of the Special Education Pipeline grant. This program combines three half-day training sessions with personalized coaching cycles led by a Resource Training & Solutions Mentor Coach. Educators will engage in focused learning to foster an Optimal Learning Environment in their classrooms, ensuring success for all learners.

Recommended for any Tier 1 /2 Licensed educator, teachers participating in the SPED Pipeline or any early career educator looking to improve their classroom management and standards based lessons. 

Dates for the three ½ day trainings at Resource Training & Solutions:

November 20, 2025 11 am - 3 pm

January 29, 2026 11 am - 3 pm

April 2, 2026 11 am - 3 pm

3 Coaching Cycles with RTS Coaches - these will be scheduled by the participant 

Cost: Full Members:$100  Associate Members: $133   Non-Members: $167 

*Costs reduced through grant funding.

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