Equipping and supporting educators through training and services.

Teachers are the foundation of our communities. They are supporting the next generation to explore and lead in a new world. At Resource, we believe we cannot do enough to support them.

Resource focuses on providing relevant professional development each summer for teachers as well as other needed training to enable more people to enter this life-changing field. Resource has been a leader in equipping substitute teachers, paraprofessionals and those looking to earn their licensure or serve as principals.

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Classes and workshops offered each summer

41

Trainings to equip substitute teachers

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Central Minnesota public and private school districts are RTS members

3

Options for educators to earn graduate-level credits

Programs & Services
Latest News
Recognition Events
9/3/25

Recognition Events 2025-2026

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

Recognition Events 2025-2026
Career Connected Learning
8/27/25

Bridging Classrooms and Careers Through Teacher Externships

Find out how teacher externships prepare students with real-world skills by connecting classrooms with local industries.

Bridging Classrooms and Careers Through Teacher Externships
Educational Professionals
8/18/25

NEW Network Bundle!

Support your district leaders who often work alone in their roles. Our Network Bundle offers one streamlined solution for professional growth, collaboration, and resource sharing across 11 high-impact roles.

NEW Network Bundle!
Educational Professionals
8/27/25

Problem of Practice: Working Better Together

Problem of Practice: Working Better Together
Upcoming Events
Ongoing

Online

Paraeducator Online Subscription FY26

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Sep 4

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

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Sep 4

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

RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Early Childhood Network 2025-26

Sep 10

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Oct 8

Nov 12

Jan 14

Feb 11

Apr 8

Early Childhood Network 2025-26

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 2025-2026

Sep 12

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Oct 10

Nov 14

Dec 12

Jan 9

Feb 13

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.

Academic Intervention Network

Sep 18

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

Nov 20

Jan 15

Mar 19

May 21

Academic Intervention Network

Foundational Institute for Coaching Day 3 & 4 Mentor Training

Sep 19

8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Oct 3

Foundational Institute for Coaching Day 3 & 4 Mentor Training

Foundational Institute for Coaching Days 3 & 4* must complete FIC Days 1 & 2This training centers on coaching and mentoring with an equity lens, exploring coaching and mentoring roles, using high-leverage tools to engage in coaching 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.DatesSeptember 19th and October 3rd are hybridThis opportunity is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special Education - Grants to States

Special Education Rising Educators & Mentors Forums

Sep 24

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

Jan 14

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 Structured Literacy Cohort

Sep 25

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

Oct 9

Nov 13

Dec 11

Jan 8

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.

Rising Educators Network Forum

Oct 1

7 a.m. - 8 a.m.

Oct 1

Dec 3

Dec 3

Feb 11

Feb 11

Apr 15

Apr 15

Rising Educators Network Forum

The Rising Educators Network Forums offer early career educators, those within their first three to five years in the classroom, 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 Kelsey Harps, Mentoring Coach at Resource Training & Solutions, that include about 30 minutes of targeted learning on topics relevant to the time of year, followed by time for collaboration on current challenges. Forums will be offered twice each day to accommodate various schedules

NED: Piecing it all together! Secondary Edition

Oct 1

8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

NED: Piecing it all together! Secondary Edition

Join us for Piecing It Together: A Day for NED, a one-day professional development experience designed for secondary educators, school leaders, and support staff committed to keeping every learner engaged and included. Together, we’ll explore practical, heart-centered strategies that integrate Non-Exclusionary Discipline (NED) with SEL, PBIS, and mental health supports. These are all pieces of the puzzle that create a interactive sessions, real-world examples, and collaborative problem-solving, you’ll leave with tools you can use immediately to strengthen relationships, support student well-being, and create learning environments where all students can belong and thrive. Bring your whole team! Whether you are just started your NED journey or well on your way, this day of professional development will help you walk away with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed inspiration to strengthen relationships, support well-being, and keep students engaged in learning. There will be a special incentive to help you further your NED work in your schools offered for attending.

NED: Piecing it all together! Secondary Edition

Oct 1

8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

NED: Piecing it all together! Secondary Edition

Join us for Piecing It Together: A Day for NED, a one-day professional development experience designed for secondary educators, school leaders, and support staff committed to keeping every learner engaged and included. Together, we’ll explore practical, heart-centered strategies that integrate Non-Exclusionary Discipline (NED) with SEL, PBIS, and mental health supports. These are all pieces of the puzzle that create a interactive sessions, real-world examples, and collaborative problem-solving, you’ll leave with tools you can use immediately to strengthen relationships, support student well-being, and create learning environments where all students can belong and thrive. Bring your whole team! Whether you are just started your NED journey or well on your way, this day of professional development will help you walk away with practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed inspiration to strengthen relationships, support well-being, and keep students engaged in learning. There will be a special incentive to help you further your NED work in your schools offered for attending.

Rising Educators Academy Plus

Oct 23

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Jan 29

Apr 2

Rising Educators Academy Plus

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 1/2 day trainings from 11 am - 3 pm at Resource Training & SolutionsOctober 23, 2025January 29, 2026April 2, 2026Dates for 3 Coaching Cycles with RTS Mentoring CoachesScheduled by the participating educator and RTS Mentoring CoachCost: Full: $100 Assoc: $133 Non: $167Cost reduced through Mentorship & Induction Grant.Included for any Special Education Pipeline Educators.

Int / JH Knowledge Bowl Team Registration

Oct 31

9 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Int / JH Knowledge Bowl Team Registration

Intermediate & Junior High Knowledge Bowl Team Registration.

Contact This Department

Dr. Michelle Wang

Education Director

Kelsey Harps

Mentoring Coach

Megan Perry

Climate & Culture Lead

Mindy Strom

Math Lead