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SUMMARY:WebChat with MN ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/6/26 \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\, April 20\, 2026.\n\nTopics will include: \n\nInformation and guidance on the Annual ABE Grant Application for Fiscal Year 26–27\nUpdate on statewide contact hours\nProfessional Development opportunities\nOther announcements and topics TBD\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-050626/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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SUMMARY:WebChat with MN ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 2/18/26 \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\, January 26\, 2026.\n\nTopics will include (but are not limited to): \n\nFederal funding update\, as available\nState WIOA Plan revision\nHSE Subsidy status\nContact hour year-over-year comparison\nGrant updates\nTransitions updates\nUpcoming Professional Development 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-021826/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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SUMMARY:Fall Manager Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 10/8/25 \nVenue: Jimmy’s Event Center (see details below) \n\nThe 2025 Fall Manager Meeting will be held on Thursday\, October 23 from 9:00 am–3:00 pm. The target audience for this event is adult education managers\, coordinators\, administrators\, and other program leaders. Because the focus of this meeting will be on collaborative problem solving and sharing around priority topics in the Minnesota Adult Education system\, this will be an IN-PERSON ONLY event. \nWe strongly encourage every adult education consortium to have representation at this meeting. \nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Lindblom at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by October 2. \nDetails: \nDate: Thursday\, October 23\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 am–3:00 pm (doors open at 8:00 am with a continental breakfast and networking time)\nLocation: Jimmy’s Event Center (3565 Labore Road\, Vadnais Heights\, MN 55110)\nFood: Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided \nLodging information: \nHoliday Inn Express (Vadnais Heights\, MN)\nP: (651) 484-2400\nGroup: Literacy Action Network\nRate: $109.00/room (not including taxes) — breakfast included\nRoom Block: Wednesday\, October 22\, 2025 \nNote: Literacy Action Network will reimburse mileage and lodging costs for those traveling 100 miles or more round trip. If you have questions about reimbursements and/or lodging\, please contact Wendy Lindblom at info@literacyactionnetwork.org.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/fall-manager-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Jimmy’s Event Center\, 3565 Labore Rd\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55110\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T143000
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SUMMARY:WebChat with MNABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/7/25 \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 Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, April 28\, 2025.\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-mnabe-050725/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T232901Z
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SUMMARY:WebChat with MNABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 2/12/25 \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\, January 27\, 2025.\n\nTopics will include: \n\nFollow-up around topics from the Fall Manager Meeting\, including Statewide Online Training Courses\, post-testing expectations\, Barriers to Employment\, and collection of SSNs\nAssessment updates\nStatewide contact hours update\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-mnabe-021225/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-11-26/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T150000
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SUMMARY:2024 Fall Manager Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Fall Manager Meeting will be held on Wednesday\, October 30 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. The target audience for this event is adult education managers\, coordinators\, administrators\, and other program leaders. Because the focus of this meeting will be on collaborative problem solving and sharing around priority topics in the Minnesota Adult Education system\, this will be an IN-PERSON ONLY event. Topics will include: \n\nService delivery models\, including statewide online courses\, student recruitment and referrals\, and waitlist management\nAccountability\, including new MSG options and strategies for improving and monitoring performance\nWe are reviewing manager survey feedback to determine additional topics.\n\nWe strongly encourage every adult education consortium to have representation at this meeting. \nDetails:\nDate: Wednesday\, October 30\, 2024\nTime: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (doors open at 8:00 am with a continental breakfast and networking time)\nLocation: Best Western Plus (1000 Gramsie Road\, Shoreview\, MN 55126)\nFood: Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.\nRegistration: Information has been emailed to all MN Adult Education managers. Please contact Neill Allard at neill.allard@state.mn.us with any questions. \nNote that Literacy Action Network will reimburse mileage and lodging costs for those traveling 100 miles or more round trip. If you have questions about reimbursements and/or lodging\, please contact Wendy Lindblom at info@literacyactionnetwork.org \nHotel Booking at the Best Western Plus:\nBook your room by October 21\, 2024 \nPhone: (651) 482-0402\nGroup: MN ABE Fall Managers\nRate: $105.00/room (not including taxes)\nRoom Block for the night of Tuesday\, October 29\, 2024 \nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Lindblom at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by October 11.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2024-fall-manager-meeting/
LOCATION:Best Western Plus – Shoreview\, 1000 Gramsie Rd\, Shoreview\, MN\, 55126\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T143000
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-10-22/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-09-24/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T143000
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SUMMARY:WebChat with MNABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 9/18/24 \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 Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, September 9\, 2024.\n\nTopics will include: \n\nGrants and Finance\nHigh School Equivalency Testing (HSE)\nTransitions (Training\, Partnerships\, and Adult Career Pathways)\nPY24 Report Card\nUpcoming Professional Development\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-mnabe-091824/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-08-27/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-07-23/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T144848Z
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SUMMARY:WebChat with MNABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 7/10/24 \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 Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, July 1\, 2024.\n\nTopics will include: \n\nPreparing for the August Reporting Submission\nFederal Corrective Action Plan for Minnesota Adult Education\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-mde-071024/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20231212T213250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-06-25/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20231212T213250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
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SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-05-28/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T143000
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SUMMARY:WebChat with MDE - Annual ABE Grant Application Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/1/24 \n\nNOTE: ASL interpretation has been secured for this webinar.\n\nThis session will be the annual grant informational webinar for the state and federal Adult Education Grant Application. \nThe Annual ABE Grant Application is the application that must be submitted on June 1 by all consortia in order to continuing receiving state and federal Adult Education funds. This year\, the application will be submitted through a new grants system\, Minnesota Education Grant System (MEGS). An overview of MEGS will be included in this webinar\, so it is especially important for each Minnesota ABE consortium to send at least one representative to this virtual session. Participants are encouraged to share the resources and learning with other staff in their consortium. \nTopics will include: \n\nInformation and guidance on the Annual ABE Grant Application for Fiscal Year 24–25\nOverview of the MEGS grant application system\nUpdate on statewide contact hours\nProfessional Development announcements\nOther announcements and topics TBD\n\n\nWeb chat 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. \nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting: http://literacyactionnetwork.org/supplemental-service-activities/web-chat-with-mnabe.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mde-050124/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20231212T213250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
UID:10001892-1713879000-1713882600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-04-23/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20231212T213250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
UID:10001891-1711459800-1711463400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-03-26/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20231212T213250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
UID:10001890-1709040600-1709044200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-02-27/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20230403T161800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T195901Z
UID:10001748-1707310800-1707316200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MDE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 2/7/24 \n\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, January 29\, 2024.\n\nWeb Chat 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. \nTopics will include: \n\nInitial results from the Federal Monitoring Visit\nLocal\, regional\, state WIOA plan\nHSE Updates\nProfessional Development Resources\nUpcoming Professional Development\n\nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting: http://literacyactionnetwork.org/supplemental-service-activities/web-chat-with-mnabe.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mde-020724/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20231212T213250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174705Z
UID:10001889-1706016600-1706020200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:HSE Testing Coffee Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: Register up to the date of each Coffee Talk. \nThis past year\, we have added a new option to our testing services\, making us a two-test state. We have had and continue to need help with connectivity issues\, online proctoring\, scheduling availability\, student identifications\, accommodation issues\, etc.  This series is intended to begin creating a space for us to come together\, discuss\, share\, and problem-solve. \nCoffee Talks will take place from 1:30-2:30 pm on every 4th Tuesday of the month in the 2024 calendar year. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact mde.abe@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hse-testing-coffee-talk-series/2024-01-23/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20230403T161422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T205320Z
UID:10001747-1698843600-1698849000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MDE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/01/23 \n\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, October 23\, 2023.\n\nWeb Chat 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. \nTopics will include: \n\nStatewide performance/federal reports\nNew Assessments for NRS Purposes\nContact hour comparisons (2023 v 2022 for May–September)\nGrants and Finance\nWIOA Plans\nTransitions Updates\nUpcoming Professional Development Opportunities\n\nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting: http://literacyactionnetwork.org/supplemental-service-activities/web-chat-with-mnabe.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mde-110123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20230403T161311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T183555Z
UID:10001746-1689166800-1689174000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MDE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 7/12/23 \n\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Wednesday\, June 28\, 2023.\n\nWeb Chat 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. \nTopics will include: \n\nAugust reporting submission\nState aid calculation and service disruption\nTraining costs and federal funding\nStaff training policy\nNRS Testing\n\nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting: http://literacyactionnetwork.org/supplemental-service-activities/web-chat-with-mnabe.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mde-071223/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20230417T143005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T190724Z
UID:10001753-1683216000-1683219600@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:LINCS DEI Course – MN Cohort Kickoff Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 5/4/23 \nJoin a cohort of Minnesota adult educators participating in the new LINCS Course – Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI): From Awareness to Action. This course leads participants to think through and evaluate DEI at the classroom and program level and culminates in an equity audit.  \nAfter completing this 6-hour self-paced course\, you’ll be able to: \n\nUnderstand and define what is meant by diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) in the adult education classroom and program.\nIdentify steps you can take to advance your commitment to DEI progressively from both an individual and a programmatic perspective.\nIdentify steps for conducting an equity audit in your classroom or program and work toward the sustainability of DEI efforts.\n\nThis cohort experience will include: \n\nCohort Kickoff Webinar: May 4\, 4:00-5:00 pm CDT\nAsynchronous participation in the LINCS DEI course\, one unit per week (approximately 6 hours total)\n\nWeek of May 8: Unit 1: Course Introduction and Understanding and Defining DEI\nWeek of May 15: Unit 2: Awareness Building: Understanding Adult Learners\nWeek of May 22: Unit 3: Awareness Building: Cultural Competence and Inclusion\nWeek of May 29: Unit 4: Awareness Building: The Many Forms of Bias\nWeek of June 5: Unit 5: Taking Action: Equity Audit\nWeek of June 12: Course Conclusion\n\n\nCohort Wrap-up Webinar: June 15\, 2:30-4:00 pm CDT\n\nThose who attend the webinars and complete the course will receive 8 CEUs and a $150 stipend. \nLearn more about the course: LINCS Course: Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI): From Awareness to Action.  (Note that you will need to create a free LINCS account to access and enroll in the course.)   \nQuestions about the cohort?\nContact Astrid Liden at astrid.liden@state.mn.us
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/lincs-dei-course-mn-cohort-kickoff-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20220826T202309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T164306Z
UID:10001626-1683118800-1683124200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MN ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 5/3/23 \n\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, April 24\, 2023.\n\nWeb Chat 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. \nThis WebChat is also the Annual ABE Grant Application Webinar. The Annual ABE Grant Application is the application that must be submitted on June 1 by all consortia in order to continuing receiving state and federal Adult Education funds. Each Minnesota ABE consortium is strongly encouraged to send at least one representative to this virtual session. Participants are encouraged to share the resources and learning with other staff in their consortium. \nTopics will include: \n\nInformation and guidance on the Annual ABE Grant Application for Fiscal Year 23–24\nUpdate on statewide contact hours\nProfessional Development announcements\nOther announcements and topics TBD\n\nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting: http://literacyactionnetwork.org/supplemental-service-activities/web-chat-with-mnabe.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mn-abe-050323/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T143000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20220826T171540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T191336Z
UID:10001624-1675256400-1675261800@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:WebChat with MN ABE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline:  WED. 2/1/23 \n\nIf you need ASL interpretation for this event\, please contact Wendy Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org by Monday\, January 23rd\, 2023.\n\nWeb Chat 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. \nFor those unable to attend\, the meeting and materials will be available on the Literacy Action Network website after the meeting: http://literacyactionnetwork.org/supplemental-service-activities/web-chat-with-mnabe.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/webchat-with-mn-abe-020123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20221026T201908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T175334Z
UID:10001651-1669644000-1669651200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:HiSET Content Overview Series: Reading Comprehension\, Writing and Mathematics
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadlines: on the day of each webinar in the series \nJoin us for a three-part\, hands-on workshop on Language Arts Reading Comprehension\, Writing\, and Mathematics. This is a “tools you can use” attendee participation presentation with practical examples and strategies for improving test taker pass rates. \n\nPart 1 will focus on Reading Comprehension across the subtests\nPart 2 on Writing Fluency\nPart 3 is a special look at Mathematics\, as well as a review of Educator and Test Taker resources\n\nAll parts look at the College and Career (CCR) standards and how they are assessed for the HSE. Using actual test examples coupled with instructional tips and strategies for the Adult Learner (ESL\, ABE\, and At-Risk students)\, we review and examine the most challenging and often failed test topics such as linear algebra\, reading comprehension\, and writing fluency. Participants will have hands-on practice with specific tips and strategies for preparing students to take and pass the HiSET… the first time! \nOctober 10\, 2:00-4:00 pm\n\nPART 1 – HiSET Deep Dive Reading/Social Studies/Science\n(date has passed)\n\nNovember 14\, 2:00-4:00 pm\n\nPART 2 – HiSET Deep Dive Writing – BEING RESCHEDULED\n\nNovember 28\, 2:00-4:00 pm\n\nPART 3 – HiSET Deep Dive Math – BEING RESCHEDULED
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/hiset-content-overview-series-reading-comprehension-writing-and-mathematics-112822/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T192306
CREATED:20221031T201729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T202143Z
UID:10001657-1668072600-1668092400@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Fall Managers' Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 11/03/22 \nAny staff person with a leadership role in a Minnesota Adult Education program is invited to attend this year’s in-person Fall Managers’ Meeting. Each Minnesota ABE consortium is expected to send at least one representative to this workshop. \nWe cannot provide food or materials if you register after Thursday\, November 3. If you register and later decide not to attend\, please let Neill Allard (neill.allard@state.mn.us) know ASAP so we can revise the lunch count. Registration check-in begins at 8:45am. Meeting will be held in the Ballroom at Best Western Premier Nicollet Inn in Burnsville\, MN. \nMeeting topics include: \n\nAccountability updates\nCurrent programming trends\, including discussion of contact hour trends and implications for 23-24 funding\nHigh School Equivalency (HSE) updates\nTransitions programming and updates\n\nTravel Information \nFor those who need an overnight stay\, we have reserved a hotel block at the Best Western Premier Nicollet Inn\, located at 14201 Nicollet Ave S\, Burnsville\, MN with a room rate of $109.99 (plus room tax) along with a complimentary breakfast. To receive this rate\, please mention Group ID 7C4EY3C1. You can book online at Best Western Premier Nicollet Inn or call the hotel directly at 952-435-2100. The deadline to book is Tuesday\, November 1\, 2022. \nInitial payment of travel expenses is the responsibility of the local program\, but for those traveling 100 miles or more roundtrip\, Literacy Action Network will reimburse you or your program for lodging and mileage expenses. Contact Wendy Her at info@literacyactionnetwork.org for more information.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/fall-managers-meeting111022/
LOCATION:Best Western Premier Nicollet Inn – Burnsville\, 14201 Nicollet Ave S\, Burnsville\, 55337
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Department of Education":MAILTO:neill.allard@state.mn.us
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