Making connections to share, learn and grow together.

It’s through connecting with one another that we hone best practices, generate new ideas and achieve better outcomes.

Resource takes the lead on helping educators make these connections to share, learn and grow. Fueled by the needs of members, Resource has launched and continues to facilitate a variety of focused networks.

16

Networks

220

Educators connected in Central Minnesota

52

School districts involved

Programs & Services

Latest News

Educational Professionals
3/29/23

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.

Summer Professional Development Opportunities
Educational Professionals
6/24/22

Professional Development Designed for YOU!

Professional Development Designed for YOU!
Cooperative Purchasing
5/3/22

CPC's 2022 Paper Program is LIVE

CPC's 2022 Paper Program is LIVE

Upcoming Events

Technology Coordinators Network 22 - 23

Jun 8

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Technology Coordinators Network 22 - 23

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

Trauma Informed Resilient Schools Training

Jun 20

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

Trauma Informed Resilient Schools Training

Trauma Informed Resilient Schools Training

Jun 28

8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Trauma Informed Resilient Schools Training

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 23-24

Aug 10

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Sep 8

Oct 13

Nov 10

Dec 8

Jan 12

Feb 9

Mar 8

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.

School Resource Officer Network

Aug 17

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

Sep 21

Oct 19

Nov 16

Jan 18

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

Gifted & Talented Network 2023-24

Sep 14

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Oct 12

Jan 11

Feb 8

Apr 16

May 9

Gifted & Talented Network 2023-24

Gifted & Talented Specialist Network

School Nurses Network 2023-2024

Sep 21

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Oct 19

Nov 16

Jan 18

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.

Technology Coordinators Network 23-24

Sep 28

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Oct 26

Feb 22

Apr 25

May 23

Technology Coordinators Network 23-24

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

Mental Health Network 2023-24

Oct 4

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

Nov 1

Jan 3

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

Tech Integration Network 23-24

Oct 5

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Nov 10

Dec 14

Feb 1

Apr 4

Tech Integration Network 23-24

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

PBIS Network

Oct 11

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

Dec 6

Feb 7

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.

Contact This Department

Dr. Michelle Wang

Education Director

Erin Engness

PBIS Coordinator

Kelsey Harps

Education Manager

Megan Perry

Regional Licensed Social Worker

Shari Fruechte

Event & Administrative Coordinator