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.

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Networks

220

Educators connected in Central Minnesota

52

School districts involved

Programs & Services

Latest News

Quick Connect Weekly Newsletter
10/16/24

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter

News and resources from Resource Training & Solutions Education Department for the week of October 14 - October 18, 2024.

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter
Educational Professionals
10/16/24

Unity Day: Standing Together Against Bullying

On Unity Day, schools across central Minnesota are uniting to stand against bullying and promote kindness, inclusion, and acceptance for all.

Unity Day: Standing Together Against Bullying
Career Connected Learning
10/8/24

Fostering Career Readiness

Learn more about our programs and partnerships designed to integrate career exploration into everyday learning, providing students with hands-on experiences and skills for future success.

Fostering Career Readiness
Quick Connect Weekly Newsletter
10/9/24

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter
Quick Connect Weekly Newsletter
10/2/24

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter

Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter

Upcoming Events

Technology Coordinators Network 2024-2025

Oct 23

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Feb 5

Apr 24

May 15

Technology Coordinators Network 2024-2025

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.

Pop-Up PD: Benchmark Achievement Level Descriptors (BALDs)

Oct 23

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

Pop-Up PD: Benchmark Achievement Level Descriptors (BALDs)

Why have math MCA results plateaued while teaching the standards? Discover practical insights into aligning curriculum with state benchmarks, interpreting student expectations, and tailoring your teaching practices to support every learner's growth through the use of the Minnesota Benchmark Achievement Level Descriptors (BALDs) in this free, virtual professional development.

Mental Health Network 2024-2025

Nov 5

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

Jan 7

Feb 4

Apr 8

May 6

Mental Health Network 2024-2025

The Mental Health Network is for school + county mental health professionals and related positions to come together to collaborate, share ideas, develop professionally, and stay current on resources that help students be successful in school, at home, and in the community. Presenters will be invited to multiple network meetings. Topics will include but are not limited to: trauma-informed practices, alternative discipline, brainspotting therapy, and school partnership opportunities. Mental health-related positions include but are not limited to social workers, counselors, and administration leading efforts in the areas of safety and social-emotional learning. Resource Training & Solutions will host six network meetings per school year. General CEUs will be provided when we conclude in May, based on individual attendance.

School Health Services Community of Practice

Nov 5

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

School Health Services Community of Practice

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 2024-2025

Nov 8

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Dec 13

Jan 10

Feb 14

Mar 14

May 9

Jun 13

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 2024-2025

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 2024-2025

Nov 12

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

Jan 14

Feb 18

Apr 15

May 13

School Resource Officer Network 2024-2025

The School Resource Officer Network is a space for SRO’s and supporting roles to collaborate, share ideas, and develop professionally with colleagues across the state. Presenters will be invited into multiple network meetings. Topics may include but are not limited to: mental health, trauma, resilience, restorative practices, alternative discipline, self-care, and school partnerships. A MN POST credit will be offered on multiple dates.

Gifted & Talented Network 2024-25

Nov 12

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Dec 3

Feb 4

Apr 3

May 1

Gifted & Talented Network 2024-25

Tech Integration Network 24-25

Nov 14

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Dec 12

Feb 20

Apr 17

Tech Integration Network 24-25

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

Title I Network 24 - 25

Nov 20

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

Jan 15

Apr 16

Title I Network 24 - 25

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.

PBIS Network

Dec 4

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

Feb 5

Apr 9

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, 15minutes 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.

Early Childhood Structured Literacy Cohort

Jan 29

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

Feb 19

Mar 12

Apr 16

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.

School Health Services Community of Practice

Feb 5

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

School Health Services Community of Practice

School Health Services Community of Practice

Apr 15

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

School Health Services Community of Practice

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Dr. Michelle Wang

Education Director

Kelsey Harps

Mentoring Coach

Megan Perry

Climate & Culture Lead

Mindy Strom

Math Lead

Shari Fruechte

Event & Administrative Coordinator