Per the Minnesota Department of Education suggested timeline, we are moving from the exploration stage to two years of transition with our 2022 Minnesota math standards. Join us for a deeper dive into changes from the 2007 standards and what this looks like in your schools. We will choose one or two anchor standards and break down the corresponding benchmarks per grade level.

Join this on-demand training opportunity to access a wide variety of online courses designed to provide paraprofessionals the targeted training needed to succeed as a Title I paraprofessional, including strategies that can be applied immediately.

The training includes access to over 150 courses and can be used for professional development or certification. Access to the content will be available for one year from your registration date. If you are using this training for certification, you must complete PARA Assessment 1 and PARA Assessment 2. The assessments must be proctored. Please be aware that this is an on-demand training and any preparations for the assessments are up to the individual to complete online.

Sourcewell will not be hosting proctoring sessions at this time, please see this FAQ document for more information.

Join us for a dedicated day of professional learning tailored specifically for paraprofessionals. This enriching event will cover a range of essential topics designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, ensuring you are well-equipped to support students effectively. Topics Include: child development, importance of communication, increasing student independence, teamwork, trauma-informed practices, and parent experiences. This event promises to be an invaluable opportunity for paraprofessionals to enhance their professional skills and network with peers. Don't miss out on this chance to grow and learn together!

Please note: This training does not meet the required Paraprofessional Read Act training hours.

Language is ever evolving and changing. Sometimes knowing which terms or descriptions to use can be difficult and sometimes we don’t even know we are using outdated or harmful language. This webinar is focused on promoting positive language around topics such as race, gender, and common school-based labels and language.

Join business managers throughout Region 5! This is an event where we will celebrate the incredible work you are doing on behalf of the schools you support. In addition, you will have an opportunity to connect with other business managers in the region and learn about a variety of Sourcewell programs and supports and how they interface with your business manager role. This is the first, of what we hope will become an annual event. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Sourcewell Educator Summit is the region's premier opportunity to engage with leading education experts as well as colleagues as you continue the work of creating a culture of learning for all students.

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Focus topics:

Universal Design for Learning; Grading
Culture, Collaborative Teams (PLCs), and MTSS
Effective Practices in Teaching, Assessing, and Reporting; Writing
Cultural Competency
Teacher Resiliency
GRIT and Resiliency in Education
Special Education – Teacher Resiliency
Supporting Diverse Learners
Special Education and 504s
Artificial Intelligence Tools

The Special Education New Teacher Academy is designed to increase confidence and capacity in novice educators by combining relevant training with growth-focused coaching support. These sessions will have collaborative interaction the morning with general educations participants and have specific special education content in the afternoon. Support throughout the year includes six full-day trainings at Sourcewell, four individual in-classroom coaching sessions, Catalyst Whole Group Leadership, and Catalyst Live.

Are you an educator looking for innovative ways to enhance your instruction? Whether you're exploring computer science integration, navigating new standards, diving into AI, connecting with science phenomena, or adapting to updated math benchmarks, this one-day conference has something for everyone. Join us for a dynamic and inspiring day of learning with hands-on experiences!

Did you know your school grounds are a rich resource that provides opportunities to spark a student’s sense of wonder while increasing academic knowledge and achievement? Join Jeffers Foundation facilitators to gain insight into the benefits of learning outdoors. Learn strategies and receive tools to help you confidently identify and move lessons and curriculum that you already teach outside onto your school grounds in order to increase student engagement through authentic learning experiences. Participants will also learn about opportunities for free workshops at their schools. Participants will learn through experience, so come prepared to go outdoors!

Sourcewell is very excited to bring Kristin Bauck, Minnesota Department of Education ELA specialist, to Sourcewell for a one-day workshop on the MN ELA Standards. Kristin brings incredible experience, expertise, and deep knowledge to her work in supporting districts and schools with implementation of the K-12 ELA standards. Kristin will guide regional literacy teams with unpacking, aligning, bundling, and planning implementation of the MN ELA Standards

It is more important than ever that we embrace practices known to insulate young people from the impact of traumatic events. These practices support students who are experiencing adversity, allowing them to remain/become ready to learn, connect, and thrive. Participants will examine the trauma responsiveness of current practices and pedagogy, then use scenarios to apply trauma responsive practices and interventions that can address safety, behavior, connection, relationship building, student voice, and attendance.

Trauma can inhibit a person’s ability to learn, build relationships, and function in a classroom. To support students affected by trauma, educators must first understand the various types of traumas (beyond ACES) and how trauma impacts the brain and behavior in both students and adults. This equity-infused training will conclude with an introduction to trauma informed practices that support resilience.