BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//ATLAS ABE - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://atlasabe.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ATLAS ABE
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20240310T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20241103T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250521T191222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T210705Z
UID:10002233-1750842000-1750847400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:SiD: Prep for August Submission PY 2024-25
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 6/25/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \nIn this session we’ll go over reports that are due to MDE and share tips for making sure your SiD program year data is current and complete. We’ll also review how to get started with the new 25-26 program year. \nTarget audience: Staff responsible for compiling and submitting their consortium’s NRS Program Year 24-25 August Submission to MDE
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/sid-prep-for-august-submission-py-2024-25/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SiD Support":MAILTO:sidsupport@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250318T180143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T180143Z
UID:10002214-1750856400-1750863600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 6/25/25 \nResearch shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-062525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250603T205728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T222111Z
UID:10002235-1752238800-1752246000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching the Whole Learner: Supporting Mental Health and Neurodiversity in ABE - Presented by Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 7/11/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \nAdult learners bring a range of experiences\, learning needs\, and emotional challenges. This session helps ABE volunteers and professionals recognize signs of mental health concerns and neurodivergence (like autism or ADHD) without stepping into diagnosis. \nYou’ll learn practical\, trauma-informed strategies and inclusive teaching tools based on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to support every learner—especially those navigating trauma\, language barriers\, or unrecognized learning differences. \nWhat You’ll Learn \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to: \n\nRecognize signs of mental health challenges and neurodivergent behavior in adult learners.\nUnderstand how trauma\, learning disabilities\, and language barriers can affect learning.\nUse simple\, trauma-informed strategies to support all learners.\nCreate a more inclusive classroom using Universal Design for Learning (UDL).\nKnow when and how to connect students to outside help—without trying to diagnose.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-the-whole-learner-supporting-mental-health-and-neurodiversity-in-abe/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250109T174448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T150534Z
UID:10002153-1752670800-1752676200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MN ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 7/16/25 \nWebChat with MN ABE is a webinar discussion led by state ABE staff from the Minnesota Department of Education. Web Chat webinars provide updates from the state ABE office on new and emerging issues and an opportunity for local ABE staff to ask questions and provide information to the Minnesota Adult Ed state team. \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Lindblom at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, June 30\, 2025.\n\nTopics will include: \n\nAssessment updates\nMSG targets\nAugust Reporting Submission\nState and Federal Adult Education Funding\n\nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mn-abe-071625/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250616T172343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154210Z
UID:10002239-1753122600-1753129800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 7/21/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nVocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make new words part of their receptive and productive vocabularies? This webinar will focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-reading-vocabulary-072125/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250715T202254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154015Z
UID:10002250-1753884000-1753887600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Ellii Q&A for Instructional Staff
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 7/30/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThe Statewide Digital Learning Team will host two Q&A sessions for staff and volunteers interested in using the new\, state-supported Ellii account. \nPlease complete the staff training BEFORE attending a Q&A session. These sessions are intended as a follow-up to the training\, not a substitute. \nParticipants are welcome to attend either session\, but each session will have a different focus. \n\nThe session on July 30 is primarily for instructional staff (teachers and volunteers with teaching/tutoring responsibilities).\nThe session on July 31 is primarily for support staff\, administrators\, and volunteers with non-instructional responsibilities.\n\nThe Q&A sessions will be recorded. \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the Zoom meeting. \nPlease contact support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com with questions and to request ASL interpretation or other accommodations.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ellii-qa-for-instructional-staff/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlasabe.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Language-unites-us.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250715T202547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154035Z
UID:10002249-1753954200-1753957800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Ellii Q&A for Support Staff
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 7/31/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThe Statewide Digital Learning Team will host two Q&A sessions for staff and volunteers interested in using the new\, state-supported Ellii account. \nPlease complete the staff training BEFORE attending a Q&A session. These sessions are intended as a follow-up to the training\, not a substitute. \nParticipants are welcome to attend either session\, but each session will have a different focus. \n\nThe session on July 30 is primarily for instructional staff (teachers and volunteers with teaching/tutoring responsibilities).\nThe session on July 31 is primarily for support staff\, administrators\, and volunteers with non-instructional responsibilities.\n\nThe Q&A sessions will be recorded. \nAfter registering\, you’ll receive an email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the Zoom meeting. \nPlease contact support@mnabedistancelearning.zendesk.com with questions and to request ASL interpretation or other accommodations.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ellii-qa-for-support-staff/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250616T180144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155147Z
UID:10002240-1754332200-1754339400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 1: Overview of Minnesota Adult Education and Program Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 8/4/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nParticipants learn about Adult Basic Education programming in Minnesota\, demographics of learners\, instructional content standards as well as initial and on-going assessment. This session wraps up with learner motivations\, barriers and persistence.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-1-overview-of-minnesota-adult-education-and-program-accountability-080425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250204T212411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T164149Z
UID:10002177-1754485200-1754490600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Online Statewide Courses Webinar - THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: EVENT POSTPONED \nDue to the delay of Federal funding\, this webinar will not be held at this time.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/online-statewide-course-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250714T162816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154735Z
UID:10002252-1754658000-1754665200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 8/8/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nCome and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom\, Google Meet\, Teams or any other remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-080825/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250616T181519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155220Z
UID:10002241-1754937000-1754944200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 2: Understanding Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 8/11/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nParticipants develop their personal cultural awareness and learn how expectations around school culture shape how people teach and learn. Guiding principles for effectively delivering instruction to adults are also covered. Finally\, participants increase their sensitivity to the challenges of learning English and developing literacy as an adult.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-2-understanding-adult-learners-081125/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20241213T162924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154929Z
UID:10002139-1755000000-1755259200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:2025 Summer Institute (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TBD \nEvents Cost: TBD
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2025-summer-institute/
LOCATION:Park Event Center – Waite Park\, 500 Division St\, Waite Park\, 56387
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Action Network":MAILTO:info@literacyactionnetwork.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250616T182940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155647Z
UID:10002242-1755541800-1755549000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 3: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Learners
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 8/18/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nParticipants learn how to apply teaching practices that support language and skill development for all learners. These practices include ensuring that instruction is learner centered\, using an appropriate level of teacher talk and delivering error correction.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-3-instructional-best-practices-working-with-learners-081825/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250714T161854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154824Z
UID:10002253-1755781200-1755788400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching and Tutoring with Northstar Digital Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 8/21/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nYou don’t need to be a computer expert in order to teach computer skills! Come learn how help students build their digital literacy skills using Northstar Digital Literacy. \nIn the webinar\, participants will learn: \n\nThe features of Northstar Digital Literacy.\nHow to help learners navigate Northstar digital literacy assessments.\nHow to use the Northstar instructor-led curriculum.\nHow to guide learners through the Northstar Digital Literacy Online Learning Modules.\nAdditional digital literacy resources.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-and-tutoring-with-northstar-digital-literacy-082125/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250616T184339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155828Z
UID:10002243-1756146600-1756153800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Core Training Module 4: Instructional Best Practices: Working with Materials
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 8/25/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nParticipants will engage in a couple of classroom activities to experience scaffolding\, checking comprehension and the gradual release of responsibility. These aspects of teaching and tutoring are then defined\, explained further and participants get opportunities to practice them.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/volunteer-core-training-module-4-instructional-best-practices-working-with-materials-082525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250801T005523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T182044Z
UID:10002258-1756285200-1756296000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:CASAS Implementation for New Staff (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 8/27/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training for new staff. This training provides an overview of the approved CASAS tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate CASAS test\, interpretation of test scores\, and measurement of student progress. This training is geared toward new users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer CASAS multiple choice assessments.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/casas-implementation-for-new-staff-virtual-082725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250801T005856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T182140Z
UID:10002259-1756299600-1756310400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:TABE Implementation for New Staff (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 8/27/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin your state trainers virtually for TABE Implementation for New Staff. This training provides an overview of approved TABE tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate level test\, interpretation of test scores\, and measurement of student progress. This training is geared toward newer users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer TABE multiple choice assessments.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tabe-implementation-for-new-staff-virtual-082725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250714T173753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155111Z
UID:10002254-1757010600-1757017800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Intermediate Alphabetics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 9/4/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nTeaching intermediate alphabetics (syllables\, prefixes\, suffixes\, root words) is a great way to help students build their decoding and comprehension skills. Come learn a variety of fun and easy-to-use routines and activities for helping intermediate-level readers develop these important tools
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-intermediate-alphabetics-090425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250611T195614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T202738Z
UID:10002238-1757426400-1757433600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:CCRS Foundations Refresher Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/9/25 \n\nINFORMATIONAL FLYER>>\n\n\nJoin us as we take a moment to refresh on key components of CCRS Foundations! This webinar is for any teacher\, coordinator\, administrator\, or program leader who would like to brush up on their CCRS Foundations knowledge. \nAsk yourself: \n\nDo I remember the math shifts and the standards for mathematical practice\, and the difference between them? Do I remember what the three aspects of Rigor are and why they are important?*\nDo I remember how to measure text complexity\, both qualitatively and quantitatively? Do I remember the progression of text dependent questions that is outlined by Fisher and Frey?*\n\nWe will be refreshing on these topics and more! \n* Please note: You will have the option to join an ELA breakout group or a math breakout group during the webinar. \nIf you require ASL interpretation\, please contact Gail Rutan at grutan01@hamline.edu
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/ccrs-foundations-refresher-webinar-090925/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250618T200211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222744Z
UID:10002245-1757509200-1757514600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Administrator Webinar Series (3-part series)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Day of event \nJoin us for a three-part webinar series for Minnesota Adult Education administrators focused on leadership\, program improvement\, and state/federal priorities. Whether you’re new or experienced\, you’ll gain practical tools\, timely updates\, and opportunities to connect with peers across the state. \n\nWebinar 1: WED. 9/10/25 – REGISTER \nThe first webinar in a 3-part Administrator Webinar Series is focused on Building Student Leaders and Incorporating Student Voices into Program Decisions. Hear directly from a panel of Adult Education programs that are putting these ideas into practice—from student councils to peer-led initiatives. You’ll walk away with real examples\, fresh ideas\, and the chance to share your own experiences. If your program values student leadership\, this is a can’t-miss event! \nWebinar 2: NEW DATE! (changed from 1/21/26) TUE. 3/3/26 – REGISTER \nPlanning & Budgeting for the Coming Year: In this annual budgeting webinar\, Minnesota Department of Education leaders Brad Hasskamp and Jodi Versaw will kick off the conversation by breaking down the core components of ABE funding\, including federal vs. state funding streams\, funding formula\, contact-hour rates\, and other key terms. Then participants will have time to share strategies and concerns regarding their upcoming FY27 budgets. This webinar is appropriate for new and experienced Adult Education Managers alike\, with the goal of clarifying the fundamentals and offering practical insights. Join us for this conversation! \nWebinar 3: TUE. 5/19/26 – REGISTER \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/administrator-webinar-series-3-part-series/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250714T163833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T155046Z
UID:10002255-1757961000-1757968200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Comprehension Strategies for Intermediate-Level Readers
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 9/15/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nResearch shows that explicitly teaching a set of comprehension strategies is a great way to help intermediate-level readers maximize their understanding of texts. Come learn a handful of great comprehension tools that will help students develop critical thinking skills and comprehension skills.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/comprehension-strategies-for-intermediate-level-readers-091525/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250904T173859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T155945Z
UID:10002283-1758099600-1758110400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:TABE Implementation for New Staff (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/17/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin your state trainers virtually for a TABE Implementation for New Staff. This training provides an overview of approved TABE tests. It will cover selection and administration of the appropriate level test\, interpretation of test scores\, and measurement of student progress. This training is geared toward newer users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer TABE multiple choice assessments.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tabe-implementation-for-new-staff-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250109T174612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T173230Z
UID:10002154-1758114000-1758119400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MN ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/17/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nWebChat with MN ABE is a webinar discussion led by state ABE staff from the Minnesota Department of Education. Web Chat webinars provide updates from the state ABE office on new and emerging issues and an opportunity for local ABE staff to ask questions and provide information to the Minnesota Adult Ed state team. \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Lindblom at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, September 1\, 2025.\n\nTopics will include: \n\nAdult Education and Family Literacy Week\nAdult Education Report Card\nGrants and Finance updates\nTransitions updates\nUpcoming PD opportunities\n\nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mn-abe-091725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250823T122305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194720Z
UID:10002274-1758718800-1758726000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Vocabulary
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/24/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nVocabulary is everyone’s favorite reading component! And helping students master reading vocabulary is a key to helping them master comprehension. \nBut how many words should you teach? And which words are the most important? What strategies are best for helping students learn new words? How do you get students to make new words part of their receptive and productive vocabularies? This webinar will focus on the theory and best practice behind choosing\, teaching and reviewing reading vocabulary. You’ll get a chance to learn about (and practice) a variety of activities that can be done remotely or in person. Links to great online resources will also be provided. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/teaching-reading-vocabulary-092425/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250820T183314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T152253Z
UID:10002260-1758790800-1758796200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:SiD: Fall Data Cleanup 2025
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 9/25/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\n\nJoin us for this interactive session where you’ll learn practical strategies to keep your data clean all year long – so year-end reporting is quick and easy! We’ll tackle some of the most common user questions and guide you through running SiD reports using your own program data. \n\nDesigned for anyone who maintains SiD data – managers\, coordinators\, data entry staff\, and teachers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/sid-fall-data-cleanup-2025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SiD Support":MAILTO:sidsupport@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250908T214443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T173427Z
UID:10002287-1758879000-1758884400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to MobyMax
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 9/26/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThis is a beginner-level training for anyone new to using MobyMax (or anyone who would like a refresher). The training will provide a general overview of the platform and cover essential tasks for teachers and support staff\, including managing your student roster and licenses\, creating groups and shared classes\, adjusting module settings\, creating assignments\, monitoring progress\, and proxy hour reporting. \n\nAudience: Teachers\, administrators\, and support staff who use (or are interested in using) MobyMax for distance learning\nDo I need a MobyMax teacher account to attend this session? Yes\, it will be very helpful to know your login credentials before attending this session. You can request a state-supported account here under “Key Information.” You should also discuss with your coordinator/manager how MobyMax student licenses are managed at your site.\nHow do I join the session? Register here\, then look for an email from “MNABE Staff” with a Zoom link.\nAccommodations: To request ASL interpretation or other accommodations\, please email the DL help desk.\nWill there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/introduction-to-mobymax/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250129T203432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T173414Z
UID:10002175-1759237200-1759248000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, IET!
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/30/25  \nFLYER  \nJoin us on September 30\, 1–4 p.m. for a dynamic afternoon focused on Integrated Education & Training (IET). Whether you’re new to IET or ready to refine your approach\, you’ll gain valuable insights from: \n\nIET 101 for foundational understanding\nSSLOs (Single Set of Learning Objectives) deep dive\nPanel discussion with experienced practitioners\n\nWe’ll wrap up by preparing for upcoming IET coaching opportunities—covering expectations\, sharing the interest form\, and answering your questions. Open to IELCE grantees and all adult educators interested in IET.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/iet-institute-2025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="ATLAS":MAILTO:lpust01@hamline.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250823T120636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T194318Z
UID:10002272-1759257000-1759264200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Developing and Practicing Reading Fluency
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 9/30/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nCome and review the important role of fluency in reading instruction. We will discuss the three key components of reading fluency and look at a variety of activities tutors and teachers can try. We will talk about the mechanics of doing fluency practice via Zoom\, Google Meet\, Teams or any other remote tutoring tool (including the phone!). Participants will have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and share resources. \nThis workshop will be most useful for instructors working with low-intermediate to advanced readers.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/developing-and-practicing-reading-fluency-093025/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250708T161425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T154136Z
UID:10002251-1759482000-1759503600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Digital Learning Institute
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/3/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThis FREE professional development event will support adult education staff and volunteers in building awareness and expertise around distance and digital learning. The DL Institute is for everyone – teachers\, volunteers\, administrators\, support staff – and will include sessions for participants at all levels of technical skill and confidence. \nTopics will include: \n\nDistance & Blended Learning Basics for Minnesota Adult Education – Participants who attend all four sessions can fulfill this training requirement for staff involved with distance learning.\nStarting\, sustaining\, and growing your distance learning programming\nDistance learning platforms\nDigital literacy and resilience\nTechnology tools and routines\nNetworking and building community among digital literacy practitioners\n\nAdditional information: \n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from “MNABE Staff” with a link to join the opening session. Links to subsequent sessions will be provided in a flyer\, which will be shared closer to the event.\nTo request accommodations (ASL interpretation\, etc.)\, please contact the DL helpdesk.\nMost sessions will be recorded and shared on the MN ABE PD YouTube channel.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/digital-learning-institute/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://atlasabe.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-Digital-Learning-Institute.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131634
CREATED:20250915T223509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T160042Z
UID:10002289-1759775400-1759782600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Racial Equity 101 Presented by Jimmie Heags
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 10/6/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nJoin presenter Jimmie Heags\, Jr.\, MA\, LSC\, LPCC\, LADC\, ACS\, for this session that exposes how race is defined and how racism impacts individuals and institutions. The session will provide learners with a framework for understanding and disrupting the attitudes and structures that perpetuate inequality. Participants will be introduced to basic interventions to identify and disrupt racialized mindsets and practices that promote equity. Interventions will include how to be an anti-racist. \nObjectives include the following: \n\nDefine the nature of race and racism and their origins and impact.\nExamine the concepts of white privilege and white fragility.\nUnderstand the nature of microaggressions and their impact.\nDevelop interventions for disrupting racist mindsets.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/racial-equity-101-presented-by-jimmie-heags-100625/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Literacy Minnesota":MAILTO:email@literacymn.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR