Northwest Spring 2009 Regional
Thu. March 26 (evening) & Fri. March 27, 2009
The Lodge on Lake Detroit
1200 E. Shore Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN  56501

This ABE training opportunity is being offered in conjunction with the MN Department of Education and the ATLAS program at Hamline University.  CEUs indicating attendance will be provided.

Click HERE for a session guide

Thursday, March 26
(These sessions are designed to address teacher licensure requirements.)

4:30- 5:00 PM    Check-in and Registration

5:00-6:00          Welcome, Introductions and Announcements – Kirsten                                       Fuglseth, Northwest Regional Professional Development Coordinator

6:00-7:25          Breakout Session 1 – Choose one:

1a) Reading for Transition to Post-Secondary – Kristine Kelly, Robbinsdale Adult Academic Program/Hennepin Tech. College (addresses the relicensure area of further reading instruction)

1b) Mental Health Presentation – James Torkildson, Ed.D., LP, Lakeland Mental Health Center (addresses the relicensure area of key warning signs of early onset mental illness)

7:30-9:00       Breakout Session 2 – Choose one:

2a) Talking to Students About Healthy Relationships – Kari Stattelman, Lakes Crisis and Resource Center (addresses the relicensure area of positive behavior intervention strategies)

2b) Using Manipulatives and Visuals in Math Instruction – Mary Grayson, AEOA (addresses the relicensure area of adapting the curriculum to meet the needs of adult learners)

9:00            Dessert, Networking and CEUs

8:30-9:00 AM    Registration and Refreshments

9:00-9:15          Welcome, Introductions and Announcements – Kirsten                                       Fuglseth, Northwest Regional Professional Development Coordinator

9:15-10:20       Collective Intelligence Groups
                         Topics: Management / Administration, Math, Reading, Writing, GED-i,                          GED (general), ESL

10:20-10:30     Break

10:30-12 PM    Breakout Session – Choose one:

a) Using Manipulatives and Visuals in Math Instruction – Mary Grayson, AEOA (addresses the relicensure area of adapting the curriculum to meet the needs of adult learners)

b) Basic Computer Skills Curriculum – Susan Wettenkamp-Brandt, MN Literacy Council

12:00-12:45    Lunch

12:45-1:15      General Session: ABE Discussion Boards – Susan Wettenkamp-                       Brandt, MLC

1:15-1:30        Break

1:30-3:00        General Session: Building Bridges – Bonnie Juma, Professional                            Life Coach

3:00-3:15        Wrap-up and CEUs

Workshop Information

• Cost: $20 for one day or $30 for both days, including meals
• Please address any event questions to Kirsten Fuglseth, Northwest Regional Professional Development Coordinator.  Please address any registration and reimbursement questions to Marisa Squadrito Geisler, ATLAS Program Assistant.

Lodging and Travel

A block of 25 rooms has been set aside at The Lodge through Friday, March 13 under Adult Basic Education.  Room rates are $99 + tax for double occupancy, and $89 + tax for single occupancy.  Call 800-761-8439 or 218-847-8439 for reservations. 

Cost reimbursements: ATLAS will reimburse programs $35 per person for lodging, as well as mileage for those who live more than 50 miles from The Lodge.  Be sure to coordinate with your program manager so that your program can receive this reimbursement!

NOTE: Registrations must be received by Wed. Mar. 18, 2009.

Registration Form: Word / PDF        Register Online

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