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LOCAL EVENTS - February 2020 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise). DATEEVENTABOUTFeb. 5, 20203:30 - 4:30 p.m.Webinar: Strategies to Support Multilingual LearnersFor K-12 educators: Gain insights to creating optimal learning …
On the Road to Career Readiness In the welding class at Pine River-Backus High School, teacher Steve Sandeen works the room, checking in on students as they carve, cut, and create. For several weeks, students have access to a laser engraver, CNC router, …
LOCAL EVENTS - January 2020 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise). DATEEVENTABOUTJan. 15, 20208:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Equity AdvocatesFor K-12 educators: Cohort participants will learn how to adapt and advocate for policies and …
Teacher Externships Drive Opportunity Not many appreciate the summer months quite like a teacher. But for Jacob Oyster, this summer break provided the perfect opportunity to broaden the horizons and possibilities for his agriculture science students at …
Addressing the teacher shortage in central Minnesota When Mary Klamm began her career as a school administrator at Menahga School District in 2008, teacher recruitment wasn't an issue. With the boom of retirements still a few years away, applicants were …
Alexandria, Elk River Educators Honored From building bridges to creating connections - technology leaders are making an even-greater impact in the lives of students than ever before.Educators from the Alexandria and Elk River school districts were …
Room to be Real In one year alone, 33 percent of students at the Freshwater Education District's Area Learning Center identified themselves as wrestling with mental health issues. That year, Freshwater staff made the decision to prioritize supporting …
Putting Children First The voices of local educators, early childhood providers, and families will be represented at the State Capitol. Sourcewell Manager of Community Solutions Anna Gruber is one of nine individuals recently appointed to the State …
LOCAL EVENTS - December 2019 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise). DATEEVENTABOUTDec. 10, 201910 a.m. - 3 p.m.Strength & Resiliency:A Tactical Approach to Wellness for Public Safety ProfessionalsFor public safety professionals: This …
Conga. Culture. Creativity. From an African Conga Trio and dancing, to meeting accomplished Minnesota authors – hundreds of aspiring authors and artists under the age of 13 now have an exciting new chapter written in their books.More than 350 students …
Building Classroom-to-Career Connections Nearly half of central Minnesota's high school seniors don't seek post-secondary education after graduation. With those numbers in mind, an important conversation is taking place between schools and the business …
LOCAL EVENTS - November 2019 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise). DATEEVENTABOUTNov. 7, 20198:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Equity Advocates Leadership Cohort (first session)For K-12 educators: Offered in partnership with the Equity Literacy …
Preparing Tomorrow's Workforce Today How can our schools better prepare today's students for tomorrow's workforce?Leaders from businesses, communities, and schools are invited to participate in the 2019 Workforce Conference, held Nov. 8 from 8:30 a.m. – 3 …
Online Cybersecurity Courses Offered to Parents, Educators Children are 51 percent more likely to become a victim of cybercrime than adults, according to a study at Carnegie Mellon University.How can adults protect the youngest generation when it comes to …
Gaining Courage and Confidence in Your Daily Life Leaders of all backgrounds will discover the power of taking courage in their daily lives when attending Leadercast Women 2019 – October 18, 2019, at Sourcewell in Staples.Nationally known female leaders …
Sourcewell Technology named PowerSchool Certified Services Partner School districts in Minnesota and South Dakota will benefit from a partnership forged between Sourcewell Technology and PowerSchool. According to company officials, Sourcewell Technology …
Mid-State Education Celebrates New Facility A year after breaking ground, Mid-State Education District welcomed the public Wednesday at an open house at its state-of-the-art Setting IV facility.It was the second such celebration in as many days for a …
LOCAL EVENTS - September 2019 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise).To register, visit sourcewell-mn.gov/education or sourcewell-mn.gov/city-county DATEEVENTABOUTSeptember 26, 2019 - January 28, 20208:30 - 11:30 a.m.SEED Seminar …
Public Gets First Look at Freshwater's New Facility Nearly 50 students in the Freshwater Education District will start the new school year with a new facility. The public got its first glimpse of the 32,000 square-foot building at an open house and …
Small Project Partnership Funding: Serving to Protect. Protecting to Serve. Crow Wing County Community Corrections agents had a cumulative caseload that equaled well over 2,000 contacts in 2018 alone.Oftentimes, cases necessitate residential visits, …
More than 400 Educators Attend Minnesota Summit More than 400 educators from throughout the region will head back to the classroom this fall with new and innovative ideas following a two-day conference sponsored by Sourcewell.The 2019 Minnesota Summit for …
LOCAL EVENTS - August 2019 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise) DATEEVENTABOUTAugust 7-9, 20198:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.MTSS Summer InstituteFor school administrators and teacher leaders: Is your school implementing a Multi-Tiered System of …
Local Nonprofit Sparks Energy Efficiency Twenty years ago, Jason Edens was struggling to make ends meet.In the process of getting his master's degree, finances were tight, and, as colder temperatures encroached, he found himself and his family at a …
Exercising a commitment to a healthier community It was time to step up.Sarah Pratt and Carmen Genske know the staggering statistics all too well. Morrison County continues to score poorly compared to the state averages of adult obesity, physical …
LOCAL EVENTS - July 2019 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise) DATEEVENTABOUTJuly 24, 20198:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.Assessment to Support Teaching and LearningFor teachers, assessment coordinators, and school administrators: Join Dr. Michael …
Nonprofit Programs Focused on Unmet Mental Health Needs Recommended for Funding Funding for three mental health initiatives in Region 5 will be recommended at the Sourcewell Board of Directors meeting in July following the Nonprofit Innovation Funding …
Projects in Mental Health, Family Services Receive Financial Boost The Sourcewell Board of Directors formally approved four community initiatives in Region 5 to receive $446,552 through Innovation Funding. The projects were recommended for Board …
Sourcewell Places First and Sixth in Top 150 Workplaces in Minnesota Sourcewell is being named a Top Workplace in Minnesota by the Star Tribune, taking first place in the training category and sixth overall in the midsize business category.The award …
Pillager, WDC Celebrated for Creating Positive School Climate Elementary schools in Pillager and Wadena‐Deer Creek are being recognized for creating a positive school culture and helping other schools follow suit by modeling best practices.Last week, …
LOCAL EVENTS - June 2019 All events held at Sourcewell (unless noted otherwise) DATEEVENTABOUTJune 11, 20198:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Code.org TrainingFor K-12 educators: Learn how to use Code.org's courses to introduce computer science basics in a format …