Tailored Support, Lasting Impact.

Resource Training & Solutions, part of the Minnesota Service Cooperatives, partners with the Minnesota Department of Education to bring COMPASS (Collaborative Minnesota Partnerships to Advance Student Success) to central Minnesota.

Through COMPASS, Resource provides free, evidence-based support, professional development, and continuous improvement with guidance in literacy, math, school climate, and culturally responsive leadership. This statewide system, which includes MnMTSS, meets diverse educator needs with targeted support to foster equitable, high-quality learning environments.

788

Educators trained in Science of Reading

12

Staff hired to support our region

23

Regional school districts participating in MnMTSS cohorts

26

Schools receiving school improvement support

Latest News
Students
2/23/26

Central Minnesota Knowledge Bowl Teams Prepare for Sub-Regional Showdown

Teams will gather at St. Cloud State University to test their knowledge, collaboration, and quick thinking as they compete for advancement to the Regional Tournament.

Central Minnesota Knowledge Bowl Teams Prepare for Sub-Regional Showdown
Educational Professionals
2/18/26

Math Matters: 2022 Standards Updates & MCA Preparation

From updated standards and K-2 PLDs to BALDs, SRTs, and new MDE implementation resources, this overview highlights the key tools and next steps to help you navigate the 2022 standards and prepare students confidently for the MCA.

Math Matters: 2022 Standards Updates & MCA Preparation
Educational Professionals
2/4/26

Professional Learning & Free Classroom Books

Professional Learning & Free Classroom Books
Educational Professionals
12/17/25

Data Solutions Designed for You

Data Solutions Designed for You
Upcoming Events
Ongoing

Online

Paraeducator Online Subscription FY26

Equitable Online Learning Through Universal Design in Uncertain Times - Afternoon Sessions

Feb 25

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

Mar 11

Equitable Online Learning Through Universal Design in Uncertain Times - Afternoon Sessions

In these collaborative sessions, we will design instruction that helps educators respond quickly and thoughtfully when students must shift to online learning during uncertain times.

Equitable Online Learning Through Universal Design in Uncertain Times - Morning Sessions

Feb 26

7 a.m. - 8 a.m.

Mar 12

Equitable Online Learning Through Universal Design in Uncertain Times - Morning Sessions

In these collaborative sessions, we will design instruction that helps educators respond quickly and thoughtfully when students must shift to online learning during uncertain times.

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Mar 11

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

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Early Childhood Structured Literacy Cohort

Mar 12

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

Apr 9

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.

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 2025-2026

Mar 13

9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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.

Social Studies Standards Workshop: 6-12 Educators and Leaders

Mar 17

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Social Studies Standards Workshop: 6-12 Educators and Leaders

RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Mar 18

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

RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

Academic Intervention Network

Mar 19

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

May 21

Academic Intervention Network

Early Childhood Network 2025-26

Apr 8

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Early Childhood Network 2025-26

Special Education Rising Educators & Mentors Forums

May 6

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

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.

Social Studies Standards Workshop: K-5 Educators and Leaders

May 6

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Social Studies Standards Workshop: K-5 Educators and Leaders

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

May 13

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

Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

May 27

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

RETAKE Paraeducator Proctored Assessment

From Goals to Growth: Structured Literacy & Strong Collaboration in Special Education

Jun 18

8 a.m. - 9 a.m.

Jun 25

From Goals to Growth: Structured Literacy & Strong Collaboration in Special Education

Lesson Planning with Universal Design for Learning June Sessions

Jun 23

9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Jun 30

Lesson Planning with Universal Design for Learning June Sessions

Lesson Planning with Universal Design for Learning August Sessions

Aug 11

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Aug 18

Lesson Planning with Universal Design for Learning August Sessions

Rethinking & Humanizing Data: Street Data in School Practice

Aug 19

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Rethinking & Humanizing Data: Street Data in School Practice

Contact This Department

Dr. Michelle Wang

Education Director

Kelsey Harps

Mentoring Coach

Megan Perry

Climate & Culture Lead

Mindy Strom

Math Lead