Quick Connect Weekly Newsletter
2/19/25
Quick Connect, Weekly Education Newsletter
News and resources from Resource Training & Solutions Education Department for the week of February 17-21, 2025.
Unleashing possibilities for students through programs and conferences.
Students learn best when they ignite their brains around their passions and unleash the possibilities. Each year, Resource coordinates a series of events to engage, equip, and empower students beyond the classroom.
From Knowledge Bowl and the Central Minnesota Regional Spelling Bee to Project Earth, Resource works behind-the-scenes on many of the educational enrichment programs that you see in the news.
2,607
Students attended conferences
103
Schools reached
2
Annual student conferences
685
Spelling Bee wizzes
1,100
Knowledge Bowl competitors
Programs & Services
Spark STEM Conference
This conference is designed to introduce 3rd - 8th grade students to a variety of STEM opportunities through expert presentations.
Spark STEM Conference
This conference is designed to introduce 3rd - 8th grade students to a variety of STEM opportunities through expert presentations.
Young Authors/Young Artists
The Young Authors/Young Artists Conference will introduce third through sixth graders to writing and illustrating activities.
Young Authors/Young Artists
The Young Authors/Young Artists Conference will introduce third through sixth graders to writing and illustrating activities.
Knowledge Bowl
This series of interdisciplinary academic competitions is designed for middle-to-high school students.
Knowledge Bowl
This series of interdisciplinary academic competitions is designed for middle-to-high school students.
Spelling Bee
This program is designed to help students improve their spelling and vocabulary developement.
Spelling Bee
This program is designed to help students improve their spelling and vocabulary developement.
Future City
Future City is a flexible, project based learning experience that you can adapt for your classroom, after-school club, or home school group.
Future City
Future City is a flexible, project based learning experience that you can adapt for your classroom, after-school club, or home school group.
Math Masters
Challenging students to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills in mathematics.
Math Masters
Challenging students to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills in mathematics.
Poetry Out Loud
This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life.
Poetry Out Loud
This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life.
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Words that Win: Highlights from the 2025 Regional Spelling Bee
The 2025 Central Minnesota Regional Spelling Bee brought together 38 talented spellers for an exciting competition filled with impressive displays of skill and perseverance.
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Unleash Creativity at the 2025 Young Authors & Artists Conference
Unleash Creativity at the 2025 Young Authors & Artists ConferenceUpcoming Events
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2025 YAYA Conference
May 23
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
2025 YAYA Conference
Young Authors Young Artists Conference is for 3rd - 8th graders and includes opportunities for students to explore their creativity through writing, drawing, music, acting and a variety of other artistic experiences.