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Using Text Sets and Literature Circles to Amplify Student Voice

July 30, 2026

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

Sourcewell

Learn how to build purposeful text sets and literature circles that support a genuine exchange of ideas.

Date: July 30, 2026

Time:

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

Location:

Sourcewell

Cost:

$80 per participant; Comprehensive Package pricing: $8 per participant

Lunch and course materials included

Learn more about the Comprehensive Package and see a list of participating districts here >

Prerequisites: None

CEUs: Teacher CEU

Learning objectives:

Learn how to build purposeful text sets.
Learn engaging routines and management practices.
Connect with other educators.

Description:

Minnesota’s 2020 ELA standards elevate student self-selection and choice, diverse texts and perspectives, and authentic literacy experiences that honor student identity and voice. In this hands-on session, grades 5–12 ELA teachers will learn how to build purposeful text sets and literature circles that support a genuine exchange of ideas. Learn engaging routines and management practices that make small-groups engaging and sustainable as an alternative to the whole-class novel.

About the leader:

Sourcewell education consultants Lisa Christensen and Shannon Rivard will lead this training.

Event Registration

Registration deadline: July 16, 2026

Check-in: 8 a.m.

Questions: education@sourcewell-mn.gov