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Recent Newsletter Articles
Support Services Conference 2023 Registration Now Open!
Please join us again this year for a virtual Support Services Conference, as we learn from our friends and colleagues. We’ll reflect on what we’ve done and use those lessons to focus on building a stronger future for Adult Basic Education. Read More
The ABCs of Online, Statewide Courses
Online, statewide classes bend geographic boundaries, allowing adult learners throughout the state to enroll – and learning the basics about them is as easy as A, B, C. Read More
Extra! Extra! Read All About It! Statewide Mentorship Experience Pilot
Breaking news! Do you work in MN Adult Ed as an instructor, manager, coordinator, and/or support staff member? Then you're in luck; we have more support on the way! The new Statewide Mentorship Experience is designed to support MN Adult Ed professionals via a relevant, meaningful, and effective mentorship experience between mentors and mentees. Mentors and mentees may be managers, coordinators, support staff or instructors who are looking to intentionally support and learn from peers. Apply (as a mentor or mentee) by September 15! Read More
Focus on Writing Instruction This Fall with the ATLAS Writing Study Circle
Back by popular demand, the Writing Study Circle is scheduled for this fall and is open to teachers of all levels! The fall 2023 study circle meetings will be virtual, making participation from around the state easier. Participants will have the opportunity to dig deeply into some resources related to writing instruction and then implement key strategies with their students. Read More
2023 ABE Support Services Conference Call for Proposals
Are you doing something new and innovative in your program? The Support Services Conferences is a great opportunity to share it with your colleagues all across the state! Read More
ACES Updates – Be the First to Know!
The updated ACES/TIF lesson plans are now available! Be sure to check out these 18 standards-aligned lessons and get a jump on your back-to-school planning. Also, find out about additional updates to the ACES website and online course! Read More
Edmentum and BASE – What’s New and Noteworthy for Spring 2023?
Do you use Edmentum Courseware, Exact Path, or BASE with your adult learners? Read on for some quick updates and helpful tips, and don't miss the BASE - SEL webinar on April 24 at 3:30 pm! Read More
Free Online Relicensure Courses!
Are you worried about a student you suspect has PTSD? Want to teach your students about Mental Health? Do you suspect a student may have a learning disability, or is it low literacy? Are you interested in learning more about Suicide Prevention? PANDA has courses to address these issues, plus get those re-licensure credits you need! Read More
CILIA-T Curriculum Project: Developing Our Digital Skills Roadmap
How can adult educators of ELLs incorporate digital skill-building into instruction, while keeping it content-rich, targeted toward language learning, and aligned to standards? The CILIA-T project team takes you through their decision-making process on how to integrate digital learning throughout their free, civics-focused curriculum for English language learners (a work in progress!). Read More
ATLAS Writing Study Circle Application Deadline Extended to January 25
Sometimes the sequel is even better than the original; watch “The Empire Strikes Back,” and tell me I’m wrong. Like that George Lucas classic, the ATLAS Writing Study Circle that debuted last year was full of action and adventure. And while our fan base might not be ready to compete with Star Wars just yet, in 2023 we will be back by popular demand. Read More