Event Category

COMPASS

Events

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Mar 12

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

Pop-Up PD: Preparing for the MCAs

Boost MCA readiness with Achievement Level Descriptors (ALDs) and the MN Question Tool! This quick, hands-on session will help you align instruction to the Minnesota Academic Standards, access test-aligned questions, and create engaging review games to reinforce key skills. Walk away with practical strategies to support student success in all subject areas!

Mar 13

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

Apr 16

May 8

Pop Up PD: Staff Wellbeing | 3 Ways to Support Staff the Remainder of the Spring

Join your Regional COMPASS Climate and Culture Lead in monthly one hour sessions focused on supporting school climate improvement. Each session will include information on one area of school climate work with time to network, share common challenges related to school climate, support the needs of the group attending, and make requests for future Pop Up PD sessions. This collaborative event aims to strengthen support and improve school environments across our community.

Mar 14

8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

COMPASS Math: Introduction to the 8 Effective Teaching Practices

To change the outcomes in mathematics, we must first rethink our approach. This overview session, designed for educational leaders, introduces the 8 Effective Math Teaching Practices as a foundation for shifting the perception of math in our schools. Participants will have an opportunity to reflect on current teaching practices, explore an overview of the 8 Effective Teaching Practices, and begin selecting a focus area to promote deeper understanding, meaningful engagement, and equity in math education. Together, let’s reimagine what’s possible and create a path to better results for every learner.

Apr 9

7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

May 7

Elementary Math (K-5): 8 Effective Teaching Practices Community of Practice

Join us for an engaging event designed for teachers in the same grade band, across the state, to explore the 8 Effective Teaching Practices in depth, featuring specific examples and valuable resources. This networking opportunity will enable educators to collaborate on Evidence Based Practices and their implementation in the classroom. The series is divided into two parts, with the first focusing on establishing goals and facilitating discourse, and the second delving into questioning techniques and supporting student understanding.

Apr 11

7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

May 9

Middle School Math (6-8): 8 Effective Teaching Practices Community of Practice

Join us for an engaging event designed for teachers in the same grade band, across the state, to explore the 8 Effective Teaching Practices in depth, featuring specific examples and valuable resources. This networking opportunity will enable educators to collaborate on Evidence Based Practices and their implementation in the classroom. The series is divided into two parts, with the first focusing on establishing goals and facilitating discourse, and the second delving into questioning techniques and supporting student understanding.

Jun 11

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

Jun 18

Jun 25

Jul 2

Jul 9

Jul 16

Rethinking Disability and Mathematics Book Study

Join us for a virtual six-session book study on Rethinking Disability and Mathematics: A UDL Math Classroom Guide for Grades K-8 by Rachel Lambert. This study will explore inclusive and equitable math instruction, focusing on strategies that support diverse learners.Participants will engage in discussions on key themes such as reimagining student potential, disrupting deficit-based thinking, and designing math instruction that values diverse ways of knowing. This opportunity is ideal for classroom teachers, special educators, and math coaches seeking to deepen their understanding of inclusive practices.