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

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Educators connected in Central Minnesota

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School districts involved

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Upcoming Events

Technology Coordinators Network 2024-2025

Apr 24

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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.

Gifted & Talented Network 2024-25

May 1

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Gifted & Talented Network 2024-25

Mental Health Network 2024-2025

May 6

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

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.

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

May 7

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

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.

Curriculum Coordinators/District Assessment Coordinators Network 2024-2025

May 9

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

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

May 13

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

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.

Early Childhood Structured Literacy Cohort

May 14

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

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.

Secondary Principal Network

May 14

9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Secondary Principal Network

COMPASS Math: A Protocol for Unpacking the 2022 Math Standards

May 14

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

COMPASS Math: A Protocol for Unpacking the 2022 Math Standards

Join your COMPASS Math Team for this virtual session that will give an overview of recent updates that have taken place in the 2022 math standards implementation process, and offer a protocol that can be used for unpacking the new benchmarks.

Elementary Principal Network

May 21

9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Elementary Principal Network

Early Childhood Structured Literacy Cohort

Jun 10

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Jun 11

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.

Fraction Fundamentals: Building Strong Foundations for K-3 Learners

Jun 24

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Fraction Fundamentals: Building Strong Foundations for K-3 Learners

Join us for an interactive session designed for educators on developing foundational fraction concepts in young learners. Participants will explore effective strategies through hands-on activities, visual models, and real-world connections to enhance their understanding of fractions as part-whole relationships and unit fractions. Strengthen your instructional toolkit and make fractions meaningful for all students, setting them up for success in later grades!

Regional Mentor & Inst. Coach Forums

Aug 5

8 a.m. - 9 a.m.

Sep 17

Sep 17

Nov 12

Nov 12

Jan 21

Jan 21

Apr 8

Regional Mentor & Inst. Coach Forums

The Regional Mentor and Instructional Coach Forums are designed to give mentors and instructional coaches an opportunity to enhance their professional skills through collaboration and problem-solving with regional peers. Throughout the year, participants can attend five one-hour forums facilitated by Kelsey Harps, Mentoring Coach at Resource Training & Solutions, that include about 30 minutes of targeted learning on participant chosen topics, followed by time for collaboration on current challenges. Forums will be offered twice each day to accommodate various schedules, 7 am - 8 am and 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm.

Special Education Rising Educators & Mentors Forums

Aug 5

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Sep 24

Jan 14

May 6

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.

PBIS Power Up: A Boost for Renewed Success

Aug 12

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

PBIS Power Up: A Boost for Renewed Success

Let's Hear It From the Kids

Aug 12

12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Let's Hear It From the Kids

PBIS as a Pathway to Psychological Safety

Aug 13

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

PBIS as a Pathway to Psychological Safety

Harmonizing Leadership, Followership, and Classroom Practices

Aug 13

12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Harmonizing Leadership, Followership, and Classroom Practices

Rising Educators Network Forum

Oct 1

7 a.m. - 8 a.m.

Oct 1

Dec 3

Dec 3

Feb 11

Feb 11

Apr 15

Apr 15

Rising Educators Network Forum

The Rising Educators Network Forums offer early career educators, those within their first three to five years in the classroom, 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 Kelsey Harps, Mentoring Coach at Resource Training & Solutions, that include about 30 minutes of targeted learning on topics relevant to the time of year, followed by time for collaboration on current challenges. Forums will be offered twice each day to accommodate various schedules

Contact This Department

Dr. Michelle Wang

Education Director

Kelsey Harps

Mentoring Coach

Megan Perry

Climate & Culture Lead

Mindy Strom

Math Lead