Communications Co-Op
1/14/26
Storytelling to Engage Parents and Community
Authentic, relatable stories help schools connect with families, build trust, and show the real impact of their work.
Tailored Support, Lasting Impact.
Resource Training & Solutions, part of the Minnesota Service Cooperatives, partners with the Minnesota Department of Education to bring COMPASS (Collaborative Minnesota Partnerships to Advance Student Success) to central Minnesota.
Through COMPASS, Resource provides free, evidence-based support, professional development, and continuous improvement with guidance in literacy, math, school climate, and culturally responsive leadership. This statewide system, which includes MnMTSS, meets diverse educator needs with targeted support to foster equitable, high-quality learning environments.
788
Educators trained in Science of Reading
12
Staff hired to support our region
23
Regional school districts participating in MnMTSS cohorts
26
Schools receiving school improvement support
Programs & Services
Literacy
Advancing Literacy Success for Every Student Across Central Minnesota
Literacy
Advancing Literacy Success for Every Student Across Central Minnesota
Math
Empowering Educators to Elevate Math Achievement Across Central Minnesota
Math
Empowering Educators to Elevate Math Achievement Across Central Minnesota
School Climate & Culture
Building inclusive and supportive learning environments across Central Minnesota.
School Climate & Culture
Building inclusive and supportive learning environments across Central Minnesota.
Culturally Responsive Leadership
Fostering Inclusive Leadership for Lasting School Improvement
Culturally Responsive Leadership
Fostering Inclusive Leadership for Lasting School Improvement
MnMTSS
Building Equitable Learning Environments with Multi-Tiered Support
MnMTSS
Building Equitable Learning Environments with Multi-Tiered Support
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Students
1/14/26
Spark 2026: Inspiring Exploration Through STEM
Creating meaningful connections between students, educators, and STEM careers
Upcoming Events
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Early Childhood Structured Literacy Cohort
Jan 22
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Feb 12
Mar 12
Apr 9
May 14
Early Childhood Structured Literacy Cohort
The PK Structured Literacy Cohort is a professional learning experience for preschool and kindergarten teachers and support staff who desire a deeper knowledge of early literacy instruction.
Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 2025-2026
Feb 13
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Mar 13
May 8
Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 2025-2026
The Curriculum Coordinators Network (CCN) and the District Assessment Coordinators (DAC) are two groups that often deal with similar issues. As a result, these two groups can collaborate, exchange information, and share best practices regarding curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment
Mar 18
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment
Special Education Rising Educators & Mentors Forums
May 6
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Special Education Rising Educators & Mentors Forums
Special Education Rising Educators & Mentors Forums are designed to give mentors of special education teachers and early career special education teachers an opportunity to enhance their professional skills through collaboration and problem-solving with regional peers. Throughout the school year, participants can attend four one-hour forums facilitated by Resource Training & Solutions coaches, that include about 30 minutes of targeted learning on topics, followed by time for collaboration on current challenges.
RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment
May 27
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment
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