Subject: PD Workshops Networks - Winter 2025

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Environment Series: Examining Alternatives to Exclusionary Discipline


 January 6, 2026, January 20, 2026, February 3, 2026, February 17, 2026, March 3, 2026 & March 27, 2026

1:30PM - 3:30PM

This series will support leaders in examining alternatives to exclusionary discipline.

Participants will:

  • Gain an understanding of how to build welcoming school environments and structure of belonging.

  • Develop skills to implement instructional, restorative, and reflective responses to employ supportive discipline practices.


Audience: Ideal for building level Climate & Culture leaders (prefer 2-3 members to attend). District level climate and culture leaders are also welcomed to attend.


Delivery: Six 2-hour Virtual Session


Learn more and join Cristin Craig, COMPASS Regional Culture & Climate Team, for this engagement series. Register Here

AI Leadership Training Vibe Coding Workshop Series for Educational Leaders


January 7, 2026, January 21, 2026, February 4, 2026, & February 18, 2026

3:00PM - 4:30PM

BrightWorks, in partnership with Quantum Bridge Solutions (QBS), invites you to a transformative 4-part workshop series designed specifically for educational administrators. This hands-on training will equip you with practical AI skills that deliver immediate efficiency and effectiveness in your daily leadership work.


This workshop series will teach you:

  • The WHY: Understanding how AI can transform administrative efficiency

  • The HOW: Practical techniques for creating AI-powered solutions

  • The WHAT: Real-world applications solving actual leadership challenges


Delivery: Four 90-minute sessions, every other Wednesday, 3:00PM - 4:30PM


Learn more and join the BrightWorks and Quantum Bridge Solutions for this virtual event. Register Here

Introduction to MnMTSS 6-session pathway


February 10, 2026, March 2, 2026, March 24, 2026, April 7, 2026 & April 28, 2026

9:00AM - 11:30AM

The BrightWorks COMPASS MnMTSS Regional Leads will be facilitating the Introduction to MnMTSS 6-session pathway in person.


For teams that want to maximize their meeting and travel time, we will have the space and time to meet on either side of the sessions from 8:30AM - 9:00AM and 11:30AM - 12:30PM.

 

If you are interested in attending or learning more, please complete the brief Google interest form.

 

To learn more about the 6-session course, the overview of learning outcomes are linked for your convenience. You are also more than welcome to reach out to the BrightWorks MnMTSS Regional Leads.

 

Jessica Dreyer: jessica.dreyer@brightworksmn.org

Erin Potter: epotter@lcsc.org

David Bernard: david.bernard@brightworksmn.org

IN-PERSON Community of Practice: District Literacy Leads


January 22, 2026, February 19, 2026, March 19, 2026, & April 16, 2026

9:00AM - 12:00PM In-Person Networking

A forum for members to discuss, problem solve, share information and build relationships around their common role. With the guidance from the Regional Literacy Networks, participants will engage in professional development that will support the Local Certified Facilitators in supporting their district in achieving the goals of the MN READ Act.


Learn more and join the COMPASS Literacy Team for this in-person event at BrightWorks - Bethel Anderson Center. Register Here - Jan 22, Register Here - Feb 19, Register Here - March 19, Register Here - April 16.

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