COMPASS: High Quality Tier 1 Instruction within the MnMTSS Framework
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, January 26, 2027
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, February 23, 2027
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, March 23, 2027
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, June 4, 2026
This year-long virtual course is designed for districts that have completed the Introduction to MnMTSS Pathway and identified Tier 1 as an area of need through the Self-Evaluation of MnMTSS for District Leadership Teams (SEMI-DLT). This learning experience will support district teams to define a shared vision for Tier 1 instruction; assess their current instructional landscape; and develop a clear, actionable strategy to accelerate leaning in math or literacy. Each session is grounded in evidence-based practices, with focused attention on curriculum, professional learning, and progress monitoring. By the end of the course, leaders will be equipped to implement, refine, and sustain coherent instructional improvement efforts.
Aligned Support:
• Before: In preparation for this course, a COMPASS team member will provide an introductory readiness session to ensure the team is set up for success.
• During/After: COMPASS staff will provide individualized support to districts between the
monthly sessions and an extended improvement planning session at the end of the course.
COMPASS Statewide Team
Reach out to Megan Klaphake with any questions!
COMPASS is made possible in part using federal funding ALN 84.010, Title I, Part A: Improving Basic Programs Operated by Local Educational Agencies; ALN 84.367A, Supporting Effective Instruction State Grants (Title II, Part A); ALN 84.424A, Student Support and Academic Enrichment Program (Title IV, Part A); ALN 84.173, Special Education – Preschool Grants for Children with Disabilities; and ALN 84.181, Special Education – Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities.
State funding for COMPASS is provided by Minnesota Session Law 2025, 1st Special Session, Chapter 10, Article 10, Section 10, Subd. 8; Minnesota Session Law 2025, 1st Special Session, Chapter 10, Article 2, Section 24, Subd. 5; Minnesota Session Law 2025, 1st Special Session, Chapter 10, Article 4, Section 30, Subd. 5; and Minnesota Session Law 2025, 1st Special Session, Chapter 10, Article 12, Section 8, Subd. 2.
COMPASS content does not necessarily represent the official views or policy of the U.S. Department of Education or the Minnesota Department of Education.