Professional Development
Recent Newsletter Articles
A Decade of STAR in Minnesota
Through STAR, ATLAS has provided a decade of intensive trainings and trainer support that teach ABE instructors to use evidence-based reading instruction (EBRI) in the classroom. Read on to hear about stories of success from new STAR programs or classes, teachers, students, and volunteers! Read More
2018 Support Services Conference Call for Proposals
Presentation proposals are invited for the 2018 ABE Support Services Conference, taking place November 8-9 at the MN Department of Education in Roseville. We hope that new and experienced ABE support staff will consider sharing their ideas and expertise with their colleagues at this statewide conference. Read More
Hosting a Summer Institute Poster Session: What’s in It for Me?
We are still looking for people to host poster sessions at this year’s ABE Summer Institute on Thursday, August 16 from 1:15-2:00 pm. Why should you do a poster session? Don't just take my word for it! Here is what some alumni have said. Read More
Preview: Summer Institute 2018
Here's what to look forward to at the 2018 ABE Summer Institute. Don't forget to register by July 20 to avoid a $25 late fee! Read More
New FREE Curriculum Resources Available through the MnPCC
Thirty (30) FREE complete curricula for math, ELA, social studies, and science are available to ABE teachers through the Minnesota Partnership for Collaborative Curriculum. Printable texts, quizzes, and activities - all standards aligned - are waiting for you! Read More
Career Pathways: Expand Your Toolkit!
Design and delivery of career pathway programs are full of both opportunity and challenge for ABE administrators. ATLAS provides a great set of tools, plus cohort training with peer support and action-oriented learning. Two resources are highlighted here, plus information on next year’s cohort. Read More
CCRS Cohort Applications Due June 1!
Is your program ready to dig into implementing the College & Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education? Would you benefit from a team of teachers and an administrator from your site working together throughout the year? Join the FY19 CCRS Implementation Cohort! Read More
Updates on 2018 MELEd Conference: Keynotes and How To Submit Proposals!
Meet this year's awesome keynotes! And a reminder that the deadline to submit a proposal is coming up on June 1! Read More
Leading Students to Greater Understanding Through Formative Assessment
How do I know if my students "get it"? Formative assessment to the rescue! Andy Nash’s May 1 webinar shared information about formative assessment as a powerful tool for instruction. Read on to hear some highlights and discover ways to find out how and what your students are REALLY learning. Read More
Engaging Employers in Adult Career Pathway Programming: Where Do I Start?
ABE administrators: Explore a variety of great tools to guide the challenging work of collaborating with employers in creating dynamic career pathway programs for adult learners. Consider joining next year’s adult career pathway training cohort to put the tools into action. Read More