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

Latest News
Students
1/7/26

We Can't Wait to See at Spark!

Spark STEM brings curiosity to life with hands-on learning that inspires creativity, problem-solving, and excitement for STEM.

We Can't Wait to See at Spark!
Educational Professionals
12/17/25

Data Solutions Designed for You

Clear data. Confident decisions. Learn how Resource Training & Solutions can support your district with data services.

Data Solutions Designed for You
Educational Professionals
12/10/25

Problem of Practice Summit

Problem of Practice Summit
Quick Connect Weekly Newsletter
11/26/25

Giving Thanks for Our Region’s Educators

Giving Thanks for Our Region’s Educators
Upcoming Events
Ongoing

Online

Paraeducator Online Subscription FY26

Special Education Rising Educators & Mentors Forums

Jan 14

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

May 6

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.

Early Childhood Network 2025-26

Jan 14

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Feb 11

Apr 8

Early Childhood Network 2025-26

Academic Intervention Network

Jan 15

1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Mar 19

May 21

Academic Intervention Network

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.

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Mar 11

1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

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Mar 18

1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

May 13

1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

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May 27

1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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Contact This Department

Dr. Michelle Wang

Education Director

Kelsey Harps

Mentoring Coach

Megan Perry

Climate & Culture Lead

Mindy Strom

Math Lead