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

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Trainings to equip substitute teachers

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Central Minnesota public and private school districts are RTS members

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Options for educators to earn graduate-level credits

Latest News

Educational Professionals
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.

2023 Educational Support Staff Award Ceremony
Educational Professionals
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.

2023 Leadership in Educational Excellence Award Banquet
Career Connected Learning
10/5/23

Career Connected Learning

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

Career Connected Learning
Students
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.

Unleashing Possibilities
Mental Health, Trauma, & Resilience
9/28/23

Mental Health, Trauma, & Resilience

Cultivating skills, mindsets, and a thriving culture.

Mental Health, Trauma, & Resilience
Educator Networking
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!

Educator Networking
Students
9/14/23

Student Competitions

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

Student Competitions
Educational Professionals
9/14/23

Meet Our CTE Manager!

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

Meet Our CTE Manager!
Students
9/14/23

Annual Student Conferences

Annual Student Conferences

Upcoming Events

Ongoing

Online

ParaEducator Online Subscription

This online package provides access to training modules, practice assessments, and assessments to meet Federal Title I requirements. The cost of an individual subscription includes assessment to become highly qualified. The assessment can be proctored within your district, or four times per year at Resource and must be registered for on the website. Subscriptions are an individual one-year license to the online program.

Ongoing

Online

ParaEducator Online Subscription

This online package provides access to training modules, practice assessments, and assessments to meet Federal Title I requirements. The cost of an individual subscription includes assessment to become highly qualified. The assessment can be proctored within your district, or four times per year at Resource and must be registered for on the website. Subscriptions are an individual one-year license to the online program.

ParaEducator Proctored Testing

Dec 11

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

Mar 25

ParaEducator Proctored Testing

Structured Literacy Cohort 2 Fall 23 - Spring 25

Dec 13

3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Jan 10

Feb 7

Mar 6

Apr 3

May 1

Jun 5

Sep 18

Structured Literacy Cohort 2 Fall 23 - Spring 25

Structured Literacy CohortTarget Audience: K-3 grade classroom teachers, K-6 EL teachers, K-12 special education teachers as appropriate, interventionists, related service specialists, or instructional coaches, administrators, others as you deem appropriate.Description: The Structured Literacy Cohort is an empowering professional learning that provides participants with a deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in structured literacy practices. The facilitator will support participants through efficient pacing to complete online modules successfully, provide context and examples about the readings, and provide guidance on using the Bridge to Practice activities to make necessary connections back to the classroom.

Business Managers Network 2023-24

Dec 15

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Apr 5

Jun 13

Business Managers Network 2023-24

The Business Manager Network has been designed to provide both new and veteran business managers a forum to learn, collaborate, network and grow professionally.

Structured Literacy for Administrators

Dec 19

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Jan 23

Feb 27

Mar 19

Apr 23

May 21

Jun 18

Structured Literacy for Administrators

Target Audience: Principals, Superintendents, Curriculum Coordinators, Literacy Specialists, others who are leading literacy efforts within schools

Mental Health Network 2023-24

Jan 3

9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Feb 7

Apr 3

May 1

Mental Health Network 2023-24

The Mental Health Network is for school + county mental health related positions to come together for cross collaboration, idea sharing, develop professionally, and stay current on resources that help students be successful in school, at home, and in the community. Mental health related positions include but are not limited to: social workers, counselors, psychologists, truancy, probation, and administration leading efforts in the areas of safety and social emotional learning. Resource Training & Solutions will host six network meetings per school year

Early Childhood Structured Literacy Cohort

Jan 10

3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Feb 14

Mar 13

Apr 10

May 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.

Gifted & Talented Network 2023-24

Jan 11

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Feb 8

Apr 16

May 9

Gifted & Talented Network 2023-24

Gifted & Talented Specialist Network

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 23-24

Jan 12

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Feb 9

Mar 1

May 10

Jun 14

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 23-24

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.

Structured Literacy Cohort 3 Winter 24 - Fall 25

Jan 15

3:30 a.m. - 4:30 a.m.

Feb 12

Mar 11

Apr 15

May 13

Structured Literacy Cohort 3 Winter 24 - Fall 25

Structured Literacy CohortTarget Audience: K-3 grade classroom teachers, K-6 EL teachers, K-12 special education teachers as appropriate, interventionists, related service specialists, or instructional coaches, administrators, others as you deem appropriate.Description: The Structured Literacy Cohort is an empowering professional learning that provides participants with a deep knowledge to be literacy and language experts in structured literacy practices. The facilitator will support participants through efficient pacing to complete online modules successfully, provide context and examples about the readings, and provide guidance on using the Bridge to Practice activities to make necessary connections back to the classroom.

School Nurses Network 2023-2024

Jan 18

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Feb 15

Apr 18

May 16

School Nurses Network 2023-2024

A network for those who work to ensure the health and wellness of students in their school and district. Network meetings provide an opportunity for School Nurses to connect and build relationships with other school nurses from around the region. Share ideas, stay up to date on issues facing schools, and develop professionally through CEU opportunities.

School Resource Officer Network

Jan 18

9 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Feb 15

Apr 18

May 16

School Resource Officer Network

The School Resource Officer Network is a space for SRO’s and SRO Supervisors to collaborate and develop professionally with colleagues across the central MN region. Topics may include but are not limited to: mental health, trauma, autism, self-care + peer support, partnerships with Central MN Child Advocacy Center, and critical incident response. A MN POST credit will be offered on multiple dates

Crisis Team Training - New Team Members

Jan 23

8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Jan 24

Crisis Team Training - New Team Members

Title I Network 23 - 24

Jan 24

9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Apr 24

Title I Network 23 - 24

The Title I network is designed to communicate federal and state legislation, policies and procedures related to Title I, and strategies/curriculum for intervention services.

Crisis Team Training - Refresher

Jan 24

8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Crisis Team Training - Refresher

Tech Integration Network 23-24

Feb 1

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Apr 4

Tech Integration Network 23-24

This network is designed for those who support teachers in the integration of technology.

PBIS Network

Feb 7

3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Apr 3

PBIS Network

Join your peers in exploring positive behavior interventions and supports.All meetings will be virtual. 30 minutes will focus on new PBIS resources, 30minutes will focus on networking with other schools sharing celebrations of PBIS implementation and problem solving barriers to implementation.This training is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special Education - Grants to States.

Counselor and CTE Network

Feb 13

12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Apr 4

May 8

Counselor and CTE Network

Welcome School counselors, CTE Coordinators, and Work-based Instructors. These almost monthly network virtual meetings provide opportunities within this group to collaborate, share ideas, develop professionally, and stay current on issues facing schools and districts regarding post-secondary planning and career development. Each meeting will have a facilitator and agendas designed by network members.

Technology Coordinators Network 23-24

Feb 22

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Apr 25

May 23

Technology Coordinators Network 23-24

The Technology Coordinators network meets five times per school year to discuss and collaborate on current issues in the area of technology use within schools.

PREPaRE 1: Workshop 1

May 2

8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

PREPaRE 1: Workshop 1

Crisis Prevention and Preparedness: Comprehensive School Safety Planning

Contact This Department

Alison Orgaard

CTE Manager

Amanda Lamecker, LSN

Regional Licensed School Nurse

Dr. Michelle Wang

Education Director

Erin Engness

PBIS Coordinator

Kelsey Harps

Education Manager

Megan Perry

Regional Licensed Social Worker