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***This is a 2 week event 6/8/20-6/12/20 and 6/15/20-6/19/20*** The South Central Construction Trades Boot Camp is a two week, day camp, that will provide hands on learning opportunities in a wide variety of trades: Laborers, Carpenters, Millwrights, Cement Masons, Plumbers, Operators, Electricians.

The Reading Academy offers participants an opportunity to read from one of several lists of books (see link below) and comment (2-3 sentences) online about each book. Then participants come together on June 21 and share ideas and comments about their readings. In the afternoon there is instruction on Increasing Reading Motivation. Each participant receives 25 Clock Hour Units. Lunch is on your own.

As part of the 125 clock hour requirement for license renewal, the Minnesota Legislature, by statute, requires ALL teachers to show evidence in the following six areas to renew a license. These sessions are offered in one day and the times and areas are: 1) Scientifically Based Reading 8-9 a.m. 2) Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness 9-10 a.m. 3) Suicide Prevention 10-11 a.m. 4) Positive Behavioral Intervention Supports 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 5) English Language Learners 1-2 p.m. 6) Cultural Competency 2-3 p.m. Note: Technology and Accommodations/Modifications are no longer required sessions. Participants may register for all six areas for $350 choose individual sessions for $60. Each session will have a set of materials for further study. Lunch is on your own.

Annual State Department of Education Legislative Meeting and Cares Funding presented by State Department of Education Officials Tom Melcher, Adosh Unni, and Andre Prahl.

Your membership supports the Gathering of Champions, WEM Outstanding Educator Awards Program, Minnesota Schools of Character & Promising Practices program, Minnesota Ethical Leadership Awards, Character Recognition Awards and Reach for the Stars catalogue.

Your donation supports the Gathering of Champions, WEM Outstanding Educator Awards Program, Minnesota Schools of Character & Promising Practices program, Minnesota Ethical Leadership Awards, Character Recognition Awards and Reach for the Stars catalogue. If you would like your support directed to a specific program, please email Cassi at cwanous@synergyexchange.org.

In this hands-on workshop we'll draw upon the frameworks of Arts Lit, a free literacy resource from Brown University, to explore ways of entering, comprehending, and embodying different kinds of texts. This work is geared for K-12 educators in theater, dance, English, social studies, and others interested in using the tools of theater and dance to reveal layers of meaning, deepen comprehension, and facilitate community building. We will break for lunch. Please bring your own lunch or plan to pick something up at a nearby restaurant. Workshop facilitator is Mary Harding, Dance Education Specialist and Dr. Stephanie Lein Walseth, Theater Education Specialist in Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education There is no cost for this workshop and 5 CEU hours are earned. To REGISTER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsIBk2kgbnPg8jmIQmab8ntZo3vwj0NMaD_vNlqHGriS8Fjw/viewform If you have questions please contact LORENE McGRANE phone: 763 279 4180 or lorene.mcgrane@pcae.k12.mn.us

Here's a chance to revise your curriculum plan based on the new Minnesota standards in Music. Much of the day will be guided work time, with the chance to talk through your new ideas and get feedback from other participants and the workshop facilitator Wendy Barden. Be sure to bring any curriculum documents/resources you have and a laptop. We will break for lunch. Please plan to bring your own lunch or plan to pick something up at a nearby restaurant. Workshop facilitator is Dr. Wendy Barden, Music Education Specialist in Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education. There is no cost for this workshop and 5 CEU hours are earned. If you have questions please contact LORENE McGRANE phone: 763 279 4180 or lorene.mcgrane@pcae.k12.mn.us To REGISTER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScT9V6DycicaaZHnnHwJWjEicfLaQdB6fiPOl_ZxnYCXjnNBw/viewform

Thank you for becoming a Reach for the Stars Affiliate! Your donation makes it possible for students, teachers and families to receive this awesome resource. Be sure to email a program photo and logo to reach@synergyexchange.org by May 1. If paying by check, include "Reach for the Stars" in the memo.

The purpose of the RFP Conference is to clarify the intent of this RFP, present the general concept of the services requested and answer provider questions. There will be a short presentation with questions and answers to follow. Prospective Vendors may submit written questions in advance by email to the Issuing Contact.

The purpose of the RFP Conference is to clarify the intent of this RFP, present the general concept of the services requested and answer provider questions. There will be a short presentation with questions and answers to follow. Prospective Vendors may submit written questions in advance by email to the Issuing Contact.

The purpose of the RFP Conference is to clarify the intent of this RFP, and answer provider questions. There will be a short presentation with questions and answers to follow. Prospective Vendors may submit written questions in advance by email to the Issuing Contact.

***Must be a member of Cohort 16 to attend.*** Lunch and breakfast provided at no cost.

***Must be a member of Cohort 15 to attend.*** Lunch and breakfast provided at no cost.

***Must be a member of Cohort 15 to attend.*** Lunch and breakfast provided at no cost.

***Must be a member of Cohort 16 to attend.*** Lunch and breakfast provided at no cost.