License Renewal: Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports

This training focuses on why and how our body and brain respond to stress/crisis and how that affects our work, wellness, and interactions. Explore Social-Emotional Learning strategies to recognize dysregulation in yourself and others, as well as strategies to regain and retain regulation. These strategies apply to interactions with students, colleagues, and caregivers.

On demand

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On demand

License Renewal: Supporting Our Multilingual Learners

Multilingual learners in our classrooms are a huge asset. Not every educator may feel confident in how to best support and include these students. This webinar offers insights to support educators in creating optimal learning environments and instructional strategies for each learner.

On demand

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On demand

License Renewal: Teaching Reading

Explore components of effective reading instruction, including phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and motivation and engagement. Within each component, participants will learn what it is, why we teach it, and how we teach it.

On demand

Local Government Funding Programs Information Session

Join us for a casual online information session to learn about Region 5 local government funding opportunities and other available resources. It will include time for questions and technical assistance with the new funding portal. We’d love to see you there!


Be sure to save the Teams meeting link for this session. If you’re unable to attend, it will be recorded and posted on our website.

July 23, 2025

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1-2 p.m.

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Virtual

Math: Moving from Exploration to Transition with the 2022 MN Math Standards

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.

Aug. 19, 2025

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8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Sourcewell

Nonprofit Funding Programs Information Session

Join us for a casual online information session to learn about Region 5 nonprofit opportunities and other available resources. It will include time for questions and technical assistance with the new funding portal. We’d love to see you there!


Be sure to save the Teams meeting link for this session. If you’re unable to attend, it will be recorded and posted on our website.

July 30, 2025

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11-11:45 a.m.

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Virtual

Paraeducator Online Training FY24.25

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.

On demand

Paraprofessional Training - August 2025

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.

Aug. 26 or 27, 2025

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8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Sourcewell

Public Safety Funding Programs Information Session

Join us for a casual online information session to learn about Region 5 public safety funding opportunities and other available resources. It will include time for questions and technical assistance with the new funding portal. We’d love to see you there!


Be sure to save the Teams meeting link for this session. If you’re unable to attend, it will be recorded and posted on our website.

July 23, 2025

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9-9:45 a.m.

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Virtual