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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break: "CASAS Reports 'But Wait. . .There's More!'"
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 3/20/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nDid you know that you can use TOPSpro Enterprise to pull content standards and competency reports based on both CASAS etests and paper tests\, and you can do this for individuals and whole classes? Our next Coffee Break will show you how to do this in TOPSpro and Teacher Portal. SPARC members Alec Lunneborg of Metro South\, and Jeff Galbavy and Rachel Stiglitz from Metro East will share their knowledge and experience\, and try to answer all of your questions.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-casas-reports-but-wait-theres-more/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T110000
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break (Virtual): Minnesota ABE Remote Assessment Hub
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 2/20/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThe Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series continues with Linda Keller and Marty Olsen\, both state CASAS trainers\, sharing about the new Minnesota Remote Assessment Hub and explaining how your program can take advantage of this opportunity. They will explain how the Hub works\, the responsibilities of the program\, and the expectations of the students.  We also want to listen to your needs for testing and answer questions you may have.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-virtual-minnesota-abe-remote-assessment-hub/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20251231T201538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T185324Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - Everything You Need to Know About Social Security Numbers But Didn't Know to Ask!
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/16/26 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThe Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series begins the year 2026 with Jenny Schlukebier (SiD) and Rachel Stiglitz (Ramsey County Correctional Facility) talking about the important aspects of Social Security number collection and explaining why the information is so important to MN ABE. You will gain some insight into how to talk to students about sharing their personal information and have a chance to ask your important questions on the topic. \nFor more information\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-everything-you-need-to-know-about-social-security-numbers-but-didnt-know-to-ask/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
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SUMMARY:Support Services Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: WED. 11/12/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nSPARC\, along with the Minnesota Department of Education and SW ABE\, sponsors an annual statewide conference for support professionals. Day one features CASAS and TABE Implementation Training. Day two is a full day of conference sessions. The day will feature ABE update from our state ABE director and other state ABE staff\, followed by concurrent sessions specifically of interest to support staff. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, contact Marty Olsen @ martha.olsen@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-11-14-25/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T160000
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SUMMARY:Support Services Pre-Conference: CASAS and TABE Training
DESCRIPTION:Conference Details & Information \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nSPARC\, along with the Minnesota Department of Education and SW ABE\, sponsors an annual statewide conference for support professionals. Day one features CASAS and TABE Implementation Training. Day two is a full day of conference sessions. The day will feature ABE update from our state ABE director and other state ABE staff\, followed by concurrent sessions specifically of interest to support staff. \nIf you require ASL Interpretation\, contact Marty Olsen @ martha.olsen@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-11-13-25/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20251010T001615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T201411Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - Best Practices for Intake for Beginning Literacy Learners (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 10/24/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \n\nThe Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series returns with Rebecca Jarvis (Metro South) sharing the work of a task force of experienced adult educators who focused on Beginning ESL Literacy learners. The task force addressed concerns and made recommendations surrounding intake\, placement\, and testing practices for these learners. The specific focus was students who do not read or write in their first language and are new to alphabetic print literacy. \n\nNEW resource! Best Practices for Intake and Support Staff: Beginning ESL Literacy\n\nFor more information\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-best-practices-for-intake-for-beginning-literacy-learners-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20250904T173859Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20250801T005856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T182140Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20250801T005523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T182044Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20250428T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T181815Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - TABE 13&14 Updates
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 5/16/25 \nVenue: Online (see details below) \nJoin us virtually on Friday\, May 16\, 10:00-11:00 am\, for a session focused on TABE 13&14. State assessment trainers Linda Keller of Metro North and Marty Olsen of SW ABE will share the latest TABE 13&14 updates. They will focus on transition and implementation topics including: \n\nTABE 13&14 Administrator Certification webinars\nConverting TABE Online 11&12 to TABE Online 13&14\nOrdering Paper tests\nScoring options for paper tests\nTABE online resources\nCreating records in DRC INSIGHT
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-tabe-1314-updates/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20250409T205712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T205712Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - Intake Best Practices (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline: FRI. 4/25/25 \nThe Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series continues with Christine Wytaske and Alec Lunneborg of Metro South\, and Rachel Stiglitz of Metro East\, discussing Intake Best Practices. They will focus on data collection\, including: \n\nWho is eligible for Adult Education\nWhat information we are asking the students to provide and why?\nHow do we collect it?\nHow do we talk about this with the student?\nWhere does student information go in SiD and where to find job aids in SiD?\nDiscussion: Share how your program works with students at enrollment.\n\nAll staff are welcome to attend.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-intake-best-practices-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20250131T213052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T213052Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - CASAS eTesting (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration deadline: FRI. 2/21/25 \nOn Friday\, February 21\, 10:00-11:00 a.m.\, the Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series will continue with Linda Keller and Jeff Galbavy virtually sharing their experiences with CASAS eTesting. They will offer some tips and tricks\, along with local lessons learned during the implementation of eTesting. Join us\, and bring your specific questions and concerns\, so that they can facilitate a lively discussion. All staff are welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-casas-etesting-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20250109T212829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T212954Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break – Digital Inclusion (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 1/17/25 \nOn January 17\, the Support Staff Online Coffee Break Series will continue with Elizabeth Bennett helping participants to understand what the word “digital inclusion” means in ABE. Discussion will focus on how access to technology can help learners be more included and empowered in their education\, in their careers\, and in their communities. This coffee break will help participants gain a deeper understanding of digital inclusion\, examine program policies that might support or work against inclusion\, and identify resources to advance digital equity and inclusion for learners. All staff are welcome to attend.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-digital-inclusion-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20240930T144724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T194423Z
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SUMMARY:Support Services Conference 2024 (online)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/11/24 \nJoin the Support Professionals’ Advisory Resource Committee for the annual Support Services Conference to be held virtually on Friday\, November 15\, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. This conference is designed especially for support staff that work in areas such as student registration and intake\, student testing\, data entry and management\, and any other accountability role. This could also include teachers or managers with multiple roles who also serve as a program’s support staff. \nAgenda:\n9:00-9:45 – Opening Session featuring MN State ABE Staff \n(Note: After registering\, you will receive a Zoom link via email to enter the Opening Session\, during which links for the remaining sessions will be shared.) \n10:00-10:45 – Session 1 (Choose 1) \n\nIntake Data Collection and WIOA Barriers (Brad Hasskamp\, Brandy Logan\, Jenny Schlukebier\, Rachel Stiglitz)\nPANDA Services & Navigating the Website (Wendy Sweeney)\nMinnesota’s Resettlement Landscape (Rachele King)\n\n11:00-11:45 – Session 2 (Choose 1) \n\nUpdates from GED Testing Service (Mellissa Hultstrand)\nCASAS Recertification (Marty Olsen)\nActive Listening: The Secret Sauce for Client Support (Julia Reimer)\n\n12:00-1:00 – Lunch Break \n1:00-1:45 – Session 3 (Choose 1) \n\nTABE Recertification (Linda Keller)\nAdvancing Equity Through Digital Inclusion (Elizabeth Bennett)\nSiD Scavenger Hunt (Jenny Schlukebier and Mary Zimmerli)\n\n2:00-2:45 – Session 4 (Choose 1) \n\nAI in the ABE Office (Susan Wettenkamp-Brandt)\nCASAS eTesting – Getting Started & Tips and Tricks (Jeff Galbavy and Linda Keller)\nConnecting Students to WIOA Resources (pending)\n\nFor more information on this training\, contact Rachel Stiglitz (Rachel.stiglitz@moundsviewschools.org) or Marty Olsen (martha.olsen@gmail.com).
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-2024-online/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20240930T145326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T145326Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Pre-conference - TABE Implementation Training (online)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: MON. 11/11/24 \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a TABE Implementation training on Thursday\, November 14\, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This training provides an overview of TABE 11 & 12. 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. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-pre-conference-tabe-implementation-training-111424/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20240930T145022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T145022Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Pre-Conference – CASAS Implementation Training (online)
DESCRIPTION: Registration Deadline: MON. 11/11/24 \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training on Thursday\, November 14\, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. 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 newer users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer CASAS multiple choice assessments. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-pre-conference-casas-implementation-training-111424/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20241002T230545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T230545Z
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SUMMARY:Support Staff Coffee Break - STEPS for Beginning ESL Lit Learners (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 10/17/24 \nDo you have questions about the new STEPS assessment\, especially as it relates to Beginning Literacy learners? Join the Minnesota Assessment Training team for a short presentation on STEPS A level to learn how it relates to the previous beginning literacy test. Bring your questions and concerns\, and the team will answer them. Others who may be interested in this session could be teachers or managers with multiple roles who have intake responsibilities. \nFor more information on this session contact Marty Olsen (martha.olsen@gmail.com) or Linda Keller (lindam.keller@ahschools.us).
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-staff-coffee-break-steps-for-beginning-esl-lit-learners-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20240718T221340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T210229Z
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SUMMARY:Assessment Training for New Staff – CASAS Implementation Training (In person)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: None \nJoin your state trainers in person for a CASAS Implementation training on August 29 from 9am-12pm. 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 newer users of the assessments. Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer CASAS multiple choice assessments. \nThe training will be held at: \nLearning In Style School\n2200 Nicollet Avenue\nMinneapolis\, MN 55404 \nTO REGISTER and for more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/assessment-training-for-new-staff-casas-implementation-training-in-person/
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20240719T182212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T182340Z
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SUMMARY:Assessment Training for New Staff - TABE Implementation Training (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/27/24 \nRegister now for a virtual TABE Implementation Training! \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a TABE Implementation training. 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. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/assessment-training-for-new-staff-tabe-implementation-training-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20240718T221141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T221141Z
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SUMMARY:Assessment Training for New Staff – CASAS Implementation Training (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 8/27/24 \nRegister now for a virtual CASAS Implementation Training! \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training. 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 newer users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer CASAS multiple choice assessments. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/assessment-training-for-new-staff-casas-implementation-training-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20231010T174023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T161325Z
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SUMMARY:Support Services Conference 2023 (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/10/23 \nPROGRAM: The conference program including session descriptions will be posted by mid-October at https://www.mnabeassessment.com/support-services-conference. \nNOTE: Links to join the Zoom sessions will be sent out via email prior to the conference\, along with the conference program. If you have connection issues on the day of the conference\, contact Heather Williams\, heather_williams@rdale.org. \n\n2023 SUPPORT SERVICES CONFERENCE SCHEDULE\nPre-Conference – Thursday\, 11/16/2023 \nVirtual implementation trainings for both CASAS and TABE will be offered for all staff that may be responsible for intake and assessment. \n9:00-12:00 – CASAS Implementation Training (Marty Olsen) \n12:30-3:30 – TABE Implementation Training (Linda Keller and Dave Haugen) \nConference – Friday\, 11/17/2023 \n9:00-9:45 – Opening Session featuring MN State ABE Staff \n10:00-10:45 – Session 1 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nGoogle Session (Susan Wetenkamp-Brandt)\nRacial Equity Grant (See Moua-Leske and Addy Wolbaum)\nMental Health Session (Wendy Sweeney)\n\n\n\n11:00-11:45 – Session 2 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nUpdates from GED Testing Service (Melissa Hultstrand)\nCASAS Recertification (Marty Olsen)\nSiD for Onboarding Staff (Jenny Schlukebier and panel)\n\n\n\n12:00-1:00 – Lunch \n1:00-1:45 – Session 3 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nTABE Recertification (Linda Keller)\nBest Practices for Intake (Rachel Stiglitz and Heather Williams)\nDeep Dive into SiD Reports (Jenny Schlukebier)\n\n\n\n2:00-2:45 – Session 4 (Choose 1) \n\n\n\nTesting Strategies Open Mic (Linda Keller and panel)\nSiD – Student History (Jenny Schlukebier and Rachel Stiglitz)\nHiSET (Tess Yurik and Tanya Haug)\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, you can contact Marylynn Dvorak\, Chair of SPARC\, at mdvorak@isd271.org.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/support-services-conference-2023-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
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SUMMARY:CASAS Implementation Training for New Staff (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: TUE. 10/3/23 \nRegister now for a virtual CASAS Implementation Training! \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training on Tuesday\, October 3\, 2023\, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. 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 newer users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer CASAS multiple choice assessments. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/casas-implementation-training-for-new-staff-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230811T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230811T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20230706T164251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T183124Z
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SUMMARY:Assessment Training for New Staff – TABE Implementation Training (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 8/10/23 \nRegister now for a virtual TABE Implementation Training! \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a TABE Implementation training on Friday\, August 11\, 2023\, 12:30-3:30 pm. This training provides an overview of TABE 11 & 12. 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. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/assessment-training-for-new-staff-tabe-implementation-training-online-081123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20230706T182012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T182624Z
UID:10001785-1691744400-1691755200@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:Assessment Training for New Staff – CASAS Implementation Training (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: THU. 8/10/23 \nRegister now for a virtual CASAS Implementation Training! \nJoin your state trainers virtually for a CASAS Implementation training on Friday\, August 11\, 2023\, 9:00 to 12:00 noon. 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 newer users of the assessments.  Participants who complete this training will be certified to administer CASAS multiple choice assessments. \nFor more information on this training\, contact Marty Olsen – martha.olsen@gmail.com
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/assessment-training-for-new-staff-casas-implementation-training-online-081123/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T143000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20221221T222931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T223033Z
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SUMMARY:TABE Online Review and Technology Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below \nPlease join us virtually on Thursday\, February 2 – 1:00-2:30 pm\, for an overview of TABE Online. TABE representatives will provide a review of using the DRC Insight portal to administer tests. General information\, user management\, and setting up test sessions will be reviewed. Bring your questions as plenty of time will be allowed for addressing them. \nFor more information\, contact Marty Olsen\, martha.olsen@gmail.com or Linda Keller\, lindam.keller@ahschools.us.  Access to the training will be via ZOOM at the link below. \n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\n\nMeeting ID: 826 8147 1268\nPasscode: 328846\nPhone: 651-372-8299
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tabe-online-review-and-technology-discussion/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20221006T225731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T225806Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Support Services Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: FRI. 11/11/22 \nPlease joint us virtually for the Support Services Conference on Thursday\, November 17 and Friday\, November 18\, 2022! \nThursday\, November 17 will feature a CASAS Implementation Training (9:00 to 12:00) and a TABE Implementation Training (12:30 to 3:30). These trainings are intended for all staff who are new to ABE and are not CASAS or TABE certified. \nFriday\, November 18 will feature a keynote address by the State ABE staff (9:00 to 9:45) followed by concurrent sessions (10:00 to 3:00) on topics including mental health\, SiD best practices\, high school equivalency testing\, technology\, and many more. \nThe conference program with session descriptions will be posted by mid-October at https://www.mnabeassessment.com/support-services-conference. \nFor more information\, you can contact Marty Olsen\, martha.olsen@gmail.com.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/2022-support-services-conference/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20220928T213335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T213411Z
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SUMMARY:CASAS Listening Test
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below \nCASAS offers multiple choice listening tests that add another perspective of understanding your students. This training will dive into the process of administering the Listening Appraisal\, and then move on to pretests. Information about using the test results to inform instruction will be provided. \nOnline via ZOOM \n\nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://minnstate.zoom.us/j/96694330895\n\n 
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/casas-listening-test-101022/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20220906T162749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T162749Z
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SUMMARY:TABE Implementation Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below \nPlease join us virtually on Friday\, October 7\, 2022 – 12:30-3:30 pm\, for a TABE Implementation Training. This basic\, introductory training is designed for new staff and will cover selecting and administering TABE 11&12\, interpreting test scores\, and measuring student progress. Discussion will focus on best practices for using the TABE Locator\, and pre- and post-tests. The latest updates on TABE 11&12 will be shared. \nFor more information\, you can contact Marty Olsen\, martha.olsen@gmail.com. Access to the training will be via ZOOM at the link below. \n\nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://minnstate.zoom.us/j/91016193832\nMeeting ID: 910 1619 3832
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/tabe-implementation-training-100722/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20220906T162557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T162623Z
UID:10001631-1665133200-1665144000@atlasabe.org
SUMMARY:CASAS Implementation Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; just click the Join Meeting link below \nPlease joint us virtually on Friday\, October 7\, 2022 – 9:00-12:00\, for a CASAS Certification Training. This is a basic\, introductory training\, designed to walk new staff through the CASAS assessment process\, from appraisal to post-test. The process of using the test results to inform instruction will be explained. All new Minnesota ABE staff who are involved with testing students or using the results of the tests must participate in a test training. \nFor more information\, you can contact Marty Olsen\, martha.olsen@gmail.com. Access to the training will be via ZOOM at the link below. \n\nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://minnstate.zoom.us/j/97397919288\nMeeting ID: 973 9791 9288
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/casas-implementation-training-100722/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T092704
CREATED:20220325T155033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T155433Z
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SUMMARY:CASAS Recertification Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Deadline: NONE; please click the Join Meeting link below to join on the day of the webinar: \nJOIN MEETING >>\nMeeting ID: 965 2504 3433 \nPlease join us on Zoom on Wednesday\, June 22\, 2022\, 1:00-2:00\, for a CASAS Recertification Training. This session will provide a review of standardized testing and address questions you may have about administering CASAS tests. The latest updates on CASAS tests for English Language Learners and CASAS GOALS for ABE students will be shared. This training will satisfy the “once every five years” test training requirement for ABE staff. \nFor more information\, you can contact Marty Olsen\, martha.olsen@gmail.com. Access to the training will be via ZOOM at the link below.
URL:https://atlasabe.org/event/casas-recertification-training-062222/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="SW ABE":MAILTO:martha.olsen@gmail.com
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