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Fighting the Flames... You can rest a little easier tonight.In the state of Minnesota, there are approximately 20,500 firefighters. Each of these firefighters is held to the highest of standards in training and professional development to ensure they …
Local Leaders Learn, Collaborate at R5 Summit Over 120 leaders from Region 5 cities, counties, and schools return to their offices this week with a better understanding of their organization's most important assets: people.“Training for the Ages: Creating …
Working with Children? Consider Nonverbal Communication STAPLES, Minn. (23 October 2017) — Working with children is one of the most rewarding and important jobs. It is also one of the most challenging as evidenced by a shortage of daycare providers and a …
LOCAL EVENTS - November 2017 All events are held at NJPA (unless noted otherwise). DATE EVENT ABOUTWednesday, Nov. 18:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Reaching & Teaching Students in PovertyThis session will equip educators …
Contract Coordination Saves Counties Time, Energy, and Resources Charitie Herbst, Regional County Contracts Coordinator, and Brad Vold, Director of Social Services in Morrison County, listen to a current social service provider as they meet to discuss a …
Area Students Reaping the Rewards of Educator Summer Trainings STAPLES, Minn. (27 September 2017) -- Thousands of students throughout Region 5 (and beyond) are benefiting from the targeted educator trainings developed by National Joint Powers …
LOCAL EVENTS - October 2017 See whats happening at NJPA and throughout Region 5 for the month of OctoberOCTOBER 2017- All events are held at NJPA (unless noted otherwise). DATEEVENTABOUTTuesday, October 10Trauma Responsive …
A Bench Suited for a Princess There are three orange Buddy Benches at Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary, and one more at Bertha-Hewitt Schools. It's not just friendship and inclusion they promote, they also honor the character and bravery of 8-year-old Jane …
NJPA Invites Community to Wellness Fair Explore area services and resources to enhance physical, social, emotional, and psychological well-beingSTAPLES, Minn. (13 September 2017) -- National Joint Powers Alliance® (NJPA) invites residents of Staples, …
Violent Intruder Response Trainings Coming to Region 5 STAPLES, Minn. (6 July 2017) -- The threat of an active shooter attack is rare but very real. As society continues to find the proper balance of safety and freedoms, it's important to prepare for …