About MN ABE Connect

MN ABE Connect is the professional development newsletter for Minnesota Adult Education. Contributors include staff from the Minnesota Adult Education Support Network, Adult Education state staff, and practitioners from across Minnesota. ATLAS coordinates, edits, and distributes the newsletter on a weekly basis (every Tuesday) during the school year, and biweekly during the summer.

MN ABE Connect is the official method of communication about upcoming Minnesota adult education/ABE trainings in your area, resources for your program and classroom, and important ABE policy updates. Make sure you’re signed up to receive it!

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Recent Newsletter Articles

Making Change Happen: The Rider, the Elephant, & the Path (Part 2)

Making Change Happen: The Rider, the Elephant, & the Path (Part 2)

We’ve all been in the meeting where everyone agrees, heads nod, and great ideas are shared. But consensus is only the beginning. Meaningful change requires clarity, commitment, the right conditions, and follow-through. This two-part article explores how we can turn shared ideas into intentional action and learn from the work along the way. Read More

Register Now for the 2026 Volunteer Management Conference

Register Now for the 2026 Volunteer Management Conference

Registration is open for the 2026 Volunteer Management Conference on December 1. Read More

PANDA’S Adult Learner Intervention

PANDA’S Adult Learner Intervention

Do you have a student who has not made a level gain? Has significant difficulties in reading, writing or math? Is easily distracted, forgetful or acts out in class? PANDA’s 4-step Adult Learner Intervention provides information and strategies to help your student succeed in the classroom. Read More

ATLAS Office Hours: What Can You Ask ATLAS?

ATLAS Office Hours: What Can You Ask ATLAS?

Making Change Happen: The Rider, the Elephant & the Path (Part 1)

Making Change Happen: The Rider, the Elephant & the Path (Part 1)

We’ve all been in the meeting where everyone agrees, heads nod, and great ideas are shared. But consensus is only the beginning. Meaningful change requires clarity, commitment, the right conditions, and follow-through. This two-part article explores how we can turn shared ideas into intentional action and learn from the work along the way. Read More

From Experience to Opportunity: An Internationally Trained Professional’s Journey Through Recredentialing Pathways

From Experience to Opportunity: An Internationally Trained Professional’s Journey Through Recredentialing Pathways

Moving to the United States, I had to learn a new education and professional system and find ways to connect my international education and experience to new opportunities. Through Recredentialing Pathways, I have learned that I am not starting over, but building on the knowledge, skills, and experience I developed throughout my career. Read More

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