In this week's edition of Quick Connect:

A Day of Imagination and Inspiration at YAYA 2025

Students from across central Minnesota gathered at the College of Saint Benedict for the 20th Annual Young Authors Young Artists Conference. From skateboard art to comic book writing, it was a day full of creativity, connection, and hands-on learning.

Read the full story and view photos from this memorable event.

Setting Up for Success: Mentor Program Development

Build a sustainable, high-quality mentorship and induction program for new educators at this hands-on, half-day workshop. Ideal for school leaders, mentors, and coaches, this session will guide teams through creating updated handbooks, setting goals, and planning support for the 2025–26 school year.

🗓 Tuesday, June 10 | 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

📍 Resource Training & Solutions, Sartell

💵 Full Members: Free | Associate: $75 | Non-Member: $96

📝 Register by June 3, 2025

This workshop is partially funded by a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education.

Enjoy Your Summer — and Stay Connected with Summer Learning!

Enjoy Your Summer — and Stay Connected with Summer Learning!

As the school year wraps up, we want to thank you for reading Quick Connect and staying engaged with the latest updates, opportunities, and events across our region. This is our final edition of the school year, but we’ll be back in August to kick off another year of connection, collaboration, and support.

Until then, don’t miss the chance to explore our Summer Professional Development Catalog—packed with learning opportunities designed to inspire, equip, and energize you for the year ahead. Whether you’re looking to build new skills, deepen your practice, or connect with peers, there’s something for everyone.

Have a safe, restful, and recharging summer. We’ll see you in August!

— The Team at Resource Training & Solutions