Educational Professionals

9/11/24

Introduction to the Standards for Mathematical Practices

Minnesota is updating its math standards with a focus on new practices and contexts. Stay tuned for resources and webinars to help educators navigate these changes.

9/10/24

Recognition Events 2024-2025

We celebrate outstanding educators, support staff, and students in central Minnesota—learn more about our recognition events happening this year.

9/4/24

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter

News and resources from Resource Training & Solutions Education Department for the week of September 2 - September 6, 2024.

9/4/24

Empowering Futures

Explore the 2024-2025 Student Programs and Competitions Offered by Your Central Minnesota Service Cooperative.

9/3/24

Pop-Up PD: Fact Fluency

Register now for our FREE virtual professional development session to discover effective strategies for enhancing math fact fluency and deepen your students' mathematical understanding!

9/2/24

Local Certified Facilitator (LCF) Community of Practice

Join our virtual office hours to get ready for the Minnesota READ Act with the Local Certified Facilitator Community of Practice.

8/28/24

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter

News and resources from Resource Training & Solutions Education Department for the week of August 26 - August 30, 2024.

8/28/24

Educator Networking 2024-2025

Don't miss your chance to register for one of our specialized educator networks for the 2024-2025 school year!

8/21/24

Celebrating Exceptional Service!

RTS board member, Paul Bravinder, was honored with the Minnesota Services Cooperatives Outstanding Service Award.

8/8/24

Alison Orgaard Named MACTA Fellow!

Alison Orgaard, CTE Manager at RTS, has been named a MACTA Fellow. Through this year-long leadership fellowship, Alison will deepen her understanding of CTE policy, directly benefiting our member schools by enhancing advocacy and support for their unique needs.

7/22/24

Strategic Communication Planning - It’s About Trust

Strategic communication is about aligning your messages with your school’s goals to educate, communicate, or motivate effectively. Learn how to focus your messages and maximize their impact. Start your strategic communication planning today!

7/11/24

RTS Awarded Grant to Support Teacher Mentoring Programs

Resource Training & Solutions has been selected as one of the 10 regional entities to receive funding through the Statewide Teacher Mentoring Program, awarded by the Minnesota Department of Education.

7/2/24

Empowering Minnesota Schools

Resource Training & Solutions is proud to announce our pivotal role in supporting the Minnesota Department of Education's expansion of the COMPASS initiative.

6/19/24

Resource Training & Solutions: Celebrating Juneteenth

In honor of Juneteenth and its significance in commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, Resource Training & Solutions offices will be closed today as we reflect on the journey towards equality and justice for all.

6/18/24

Vol. 6: The Central Connection

Check out Volume 6 of The Central Connection, your place for regional news, events, and information.

6/18/24

It's Time to Renew Your Membership!

Invoices for the upcoming membership period (2024-25) are slated to be dispatched via email later this month.

6/18/24

Regional School Crisis Response Team

Watch our video featuring heartfelt testimonials from those who have experienced our support and insightful interviews with our dedicated crisis team members.

6/17/24

Unlock Your Potential With Our Summer PD Opportunities!

Join us in our commitment to excellence in education. Explore, engage, and excel with our summer professional development programs. We look forward to seeing you there!

6/14/24

Electronic Buyback is on contract through Total Technology

Streamline your process by leveraging CPC’s Electronic Buyback contract! We conducted the competitive solicitation process on your behalf and awarded a contract to Total Technology.

6/14/24

Improving Safety: Expert Evacuation Map Design Services

Creating an emergency evacuation map for your building sounds simple. However, there are many factors to consider. Our team of health and safety experts will ensure that if an emergency arises, your students, staff, and visitors will have a clear guide to safety.

6/14/24

Staying Accountable with Financial Storytelling

Discover how to transform your financial reports into compelling narratives that foster transparency and trust in your school community by reading the latest edition of our Communication Co-op blog post.

6/12/24

June Is Men's Health Month

June is Men’s Health Month, a time to bring special awareness to health issues commonly affecting men. This month is a good opportunity to talk to you loved ones about healthy habits that can lower their risk for health problems.

5/29/24

Celebrating Another Year of Success: Thank You, RTS Members!

Congratulations on another successful school year!

5/29/24

STEM Mini-Grants

Please submit your application before June 14th, 2024, for a chance to receive funding of up to $5,000.

5/22/24

LAST CALL: June Professional Development Opportunities

Don’t miss out on the chance to invest in your professional growth and make a lasting impact on your students' lives.

5/22/24

Foundations for the Specialty Practice of School Nursing

This 2-day foundational program for nurses who are new to the school nurse role. This program is for RN/LSNs within the first 5 years.

5/21/24

19th Annual Young Authors Young Artists Conference

Resource hosted its Young Authors Young Artists (YAYA) Conference at the College of Saint Benedict from May 16th to 17th.

5/15/24

Young Authors Young Artists Student Conference.

We can’t wait to see you tomorrow, May 16, and Friday, May 17, at our Young Authors Young Artists Student Conference on the college campus of St. Benedict's! Over the next two days, students from across our region will have the opportunity to explore their creativity through writing, drawing, music, acting, and much more.

5/15/24

Connect, Learn, & Grow: Early Bird Registration Now Open!

Take advantage of early bird registration, good through June 30, on our educator networks! Secure your spot now and gain access to exclusive resources, events, and networking opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of education.

5/15/24

Empower Your Teaching

Explore impactful training & workshops designed for Central MN educators like you!

5/8/24

National School Nurse Day

Resource Training & Solutions proudly celebrates the remarkable dedication of school nurses across our region.

5/7/24

Mental Health Awareness Month

May marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and fostering support for mental health issues.

5/6/24

Celebrating Our Remarkable Teacher!

May 6-10 is Teacher Appreciation Week.

5/1/24

Minnesota School Principal Appreciation Day

Thank you to all of the Principals across our region!

4/25/24

Celebrating Excellence

Resource Training & Solutions Recognizes Exceptional Achievement and Leadership Among Local Students at the 37th Students of Excellence Awards Banquet.

4/24/24

STEM Ecosystem Convening

Join us for this FREE event focused on strengthening STEM opportunities across Minnesota!

4/24/24

CTE Equipment Mini-Grant

Secure funding now for CTE equipment at your school! Apply today!

4/17/24

Upcoming PD Opportunities

Discover an enriching array of professional development opportunities this June with Resource Training & Solutions, your central Minnesota service cooperative.

4/10/24

Last Call: Students of Excellence

Registration for Students of Excellence 2024 will close on Thursday, April 11th, 2024.

4/10/24

Educate & Elevate

Take a look at all the professional development opportunities we will be offering for School Mental Health Professionals this summer!

4/9/24

Homerun Leadership

Unlock your leadership potential with our collaborative workshop presented by the Central Lakes Regional Center of Excellence, Resource Training and Solutions, and Brightworks. Register now to elevate your leadership skills!

4/3/24

Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!

Thank you to all of the dedicated paraprofessionals in our region for their unwavering commitment and hard work.

4/3/24

National School Librarians Day

Thursday, April 4th is National School Librarians Day!

3/26/24

Regional School Health Community of Practice

Join us for this free event focused on providing leadership, professional development, and networking opportunities for school health staff.

3/25/24

Vol. 5: The Central Connection

Check out Volume 5 of The Central Connection, your place for regional news, events, and information.

3/22/24

Celebrating Social Workers!

March is National School Social Work Month!

3/21/24

Summer Programming Coming Soon

Mark your calendars and keep a close eye on your inbox! On April 3rd, 2024, we will be releasing more information about our summer programs designed for regional educators like you!

3/21/24

Safe Spaces, Secure Futures

Trust Resource Training & Solutions for Expert Safety Measures in All of Your Renovation Projects!

3/20/24

Player Tested, Hockey Mom Approved!

Thanks to The Retrofit Companies and Cooperative Purchasing Connection (CPC), Andover Community Center now boasts upgraded lighting with consistent levels and convenient controls. Learn about how CPC's streamlined procurement process made it all possible.

3/20/24

Identifying & Encouraging Qualified School Board Candidates

Learn how to cultivate an effective school board by fostering civic engagement and ensuring timely candidate filings, crucial for shaping education policies and community development.

3/20/24

Igniting Passion, Shaping Futures

Each year Resource Training & Solutions coordinates a series of events to engage, equip, and empower students beyond the classroom. Recently, we were lucky enough to have one of our member school districts share with us just how impactful these events can be.

3/19/24

Bringing Words to Life: Robust Vocabulary Instruction Book Study

This summer, we invite you to join our book studies focusing on student success.

3/19/24

Students of Excellence 2024

Don't miss out on the opportunity to celebrate excellence! Join us at Students of Excellence 2024, in April. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this inspiring celebration!

3/19/24

Hiller Commercial Floors: Special Services

CPC has a contract for Carpet and Resilient Flooring with Hiller Commercial Floors. They offer a broad assortment of carpet, carpet tile, rubber base, vinyl base, sheet vinyl, vinyl composition tile (VCT), and luxury vinyl tile (LVT). Hiller also offers special services that are available to CPC members.

3/19/24

Bridging Education and Industry

Join our Teacher Externship program and experience hands-on learning alongside industry professionals. Don't miss out – fill out the interest form today!

3/13/24

2024 Regional Knowledge Bowl Meet

On Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 the Regional Knowledge Bowl Competition for Central Minnesota, Region 7 teams, unfolded at the Atwood Memorial Center on the campus of St. Cloud State University (SCSU).

3/12/24

Young Authors Young Artists Student Conference

Limited Spots Available: Register now for YAYA and join us at St. Benedict University in May for Two Days of Creative Exploration. Reserve Your Spot Today!

3/12/24

SPED Pipeline Grant

The goal of this grant is to develop a pipeline of trained, licensed Tier 3 or Tier 4 special education teachers. Staff from our district partners will have the opportunity to apply for a fully funded graduate licensure program.

3/5/24

Empowering Student Success: Summer Book Studies

This summer, we invite you to join our book studies focusing on student success.

3/5/24

Registration is now open for PREPaRE 1

This 1-day workshop provides educators knowledge and resources important to establishing and sustaining comprehensive, ongoing school safety and crisis prevention, mitigation, and preparedness.

3/4/24

Celebrating School Social Workers!

This week marks National School Social Work Week, dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of school social workers.

3/1/24

2024 Sub Regional Knowledge Bowl Meet

Feb 27th to the 29th, the Sub-Regional Knowledge Bowl Competition for Central Minnesota, Region 7 teams, unfolded at the Atwood Memorial Center on the campus of St. Cloud State University (SCSU).

2/27/24

Chewy's Concessions: A Trailblazing Venture in High School Entrepreneurship

Becker High School's Collaborative Initiative Fueled by Community Partnerships and an RTS Innovation Grant Revolutionizes Student Experience

2/26/24

Public Schools Week!

Let's come together this week to celebrate the dedicated educators who work tirelessly to inspire students and mold young minds across our region.

2/23/24

Highlighting Outstanding Contributions

The Minnesota Council for the Social Studies (MCSS) Recognizes Two Regional Educators for Excellence in Social Studies Instruction

2/21/24

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day

February 21st marks School Bus Driver Appreciation Day in Minnesota!

2/21/24

YAYA Early Bird Registration

Resource Training & Solutions members can sign up before March 1st, 2024 to save $5.00 per student registration.

2/20/24

MASA Spring Award Recipients Announced!

Each year, MASA provides an opportunity to recognize outstanding members and colleagues who are dedicated leaders and advocates for children and Minnesota education.

2/14/24

Highlighting Excellence: The 2024 Central MN Regional Spelling Bee

Forty students spanning grades 5 through 8 from schools across Central MN competed for the opportunity to advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

2/14/24

National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day

We extend our deep appreciation to the School Resource Officers (SROs) across our region for their remarkable contributions to the students and schools they serve

2/5/24

National School Counseling Week

National School Counseling Week is a time to recognize the invaluable role these professionals play in our educational community. It is celebrated annually during the first full week of February.

2/1/24

Career and Technical Education Month

February is Career and Technical Education month and we are here to celebrate the important work being done in our districts to help students gain real-world skills, explore careers, and achieve their post-secondary goals.

1/30/24

Third Party Reimbursement for Nursing Services on an IEP

Join us for this FREE virtual presentation for School Nurses.

1/23/24

Brewing Opportunities: A High School Coffee Cart Collaboration

Innovation in education takes many forms, and the recent award of the CTE Innovation Grant by Resource Training & Solutions to Sauk Rapids-Rice High School marks the beginning of an exciting and transformative project.

1/22/24

Paraprofessional Recognition Week

January 22-26 is Paraprofessionals Recognition Week in Minnesota!

1/17/24

Empowering Education: RTS Awarded NED Grant

Resource Training & Solutions has received the NED (Non-Exclusionary Discipline) grant from MDE which will allow us to support our regional schools in a variety of new ways!

1/17/24

Unlocking Professional Growth: RTS Paraeducator Program

Enhance your skills and propel your career!

1/17/24

ECLDS + SLEDS Coaching Network

If you are new to ECLDS and SLEDS or need assistance with data analytics, school districts located in Resource Training & Solutions service region (Region 7E) can contact our Regional Data Coaches

1/10/24

Member Spotlight

As your regional service cooperative, we have a keen interest in the dynamic happenings within our member school districts! Take a moment to nominate a staff member who goes above and beyond, recognizing them for their outstanding contributions.

12/20/23

Happy Holidays

Season's greetings from the Resource Training & Solutions team! As the year draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a season filled with peace, joy, and prosperity.

12/20/23

Celebrating Educators: Inspiring Minds, Shaping Futures.

Each year, Resource Training & Solutions honors educators and support staff who are shining examples through two highly attended recognition events celebrating our region's success. Learn more and view pictures from each event!

12/20/23

Non-Exclusionary Discipline Grant

Resource Training & Solutions is proud to announce that our application for the non-exclusionary discipline (NED) grant from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) has been accepted.

12/20/23

Career Connected Learning Programs & Services

Learn more about how our Career Connected Learning programs and services can benefit your school district.

12/19/23

Special Education Teacher Pipeline Grant

We are excited to announce that we have been awarded the Special Education Teacher Pipeline grant!

11/16/23

2023 Educational Support Staff Award Ceremony

Resource Training & Solutions honored 137 educational support staff from across Central Minnesota at the 2023 Educational Support Staff Award Ceremony, which took place on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

10/26/23

2023 Leadership in Educational Excellence Award Banquet

Resource Training & Solutions honored 146 educators from Central Minnesota at the 2023 Leadership in Educational Excellence Award Banquet, which took place on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

10/5/23

Career Connected Learning

A holistic and Integrative approach to ensure student success in the workforce.

10/5/23

Unleashing Possibilities

At Resource Training & Solutions, we curate a diverse array of student programs designed to captivate, prepare, and empower students in the pursuit of their interests through immersive hands-on learning experiences.

9/28/23

Mental Health, Trauma, & Resilience

Cultivating skills, mindsets, and a thriving culture.

9/14/23

Educator Networking

Don't miss your chance to register for one of our specialized educator networks for the 2023-2024 school year!

9/14/23

Annual Student Conferences

Mark your calendar or jump on our early bird pricing for our Spark STEM Conference!

9/14/23

Student Competitions

Each year, Resource coordinates a series of events to engage, equip, and empower students beyond the classroom.

9/14/23

Annual Recognition Events

Honoring outstanding educators, support staff, and students across central Minnesota.

9/14/23

Meet Our CTE Manager!

Get to know Alison Orgaard, the CTE Manager at Resource Training & Solutions!

7/13/23

Free Online Professional Development for MN Educators

Access The Reading Center Dyslexia Institute of MN’s online courses for free!

6/13/23

Summer Professional Development Opportunities

It’s not too early to start planning for back to school workshop week! Each summer Resource Training & Solutions offers central Minnesota educators PD opportunities designed specifically for their needs.

6/13/23

Early Bird Pricing on Educator Networks!

From now until July 1st we are offering discounted pricing on our educator networks!

6/13/23

It's Time to Renew Your Membership!

Invoices for your 2023-24 Resource membership have been sent to your school district's finance team.

5/15/23

RTS selected to host Minnesota Principals Academy Cohort

Resource Training & Solutions has been selected to host the next “Greater Minnesota” cohort of the Minnesota Principals Academy.

3/24/23

Equipping Paraprofessionals with the Tools to Support Struggling Readers

Resource pilots paraprofessional development program to help them better understand how to support struggling readers.