2019 MREA Annual Conference
Relating With Students Now
The MREA Annual Conference is the only conference in the state that brings together educators, administrators, school board members and other advocates across Greater Minnesota for quality professional development, networking and career recognition.
“I had great conversations with a variety of professionals—superintendents, principals, teachers, school board members. I LOVE the professional energy in celebrating and learning from success!”
SUNDAY, NOV. 17
4:00 PM Conference Check-in Starts
5:30 PM Light Dinner Buffet – Poolside
6:15 PM Conference Connections Kickoff – Poolside
7:00 PM Early Bird Workshops
MONDAY. NOV. 18
6:45 AM Breakfast Buffet – Main Dining
8:00 AM Welcome & Opening Keynote Speakers
10:05 AM Breakout Sessions 1
11:10 AM Breakout Sessions 2
12:00 PM Lunch with Gov. Tim Walz (Main Dining Room) and Rural Proud Moments (Pioneer)
1:30 PM Breakout Sessions 3
3:00 PM Mindstorm – Poolside
4:15 PM Legislative Lessons & Social with Sam Walseth – Lakeshore 1-4
with Education Commissioner Mary Cathryn Ricker
6:00 PM Dinner & Awards Banquet – Main Dining Room
7:30 PM Dessert & Conversation – Poolside
TUESDAY, NOV. 19
** All activities in Event Centre
7:o0 AM Breakfast & Gallery Walk
9:30 AM Closing Session
10:30 AM MREA Annual Business Meeting
11:00 AM Prizes, Pick up CEUs & Send-off
Here’s an at-a-glance view of the breakout sessions.
>> Learn more about the sessions.
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Early BirdSunday 7:00 pm |
Breakouts 1Monday 10:05 am |
Breakouts 2Monday 11:10 am |
Breakouts 3Monday 1:30 pm |
Curriculum
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Developing Your Profile of a Graduate
Open Careers & Education Doors For Rural Students |
Career Academies: Pathway for Every Student | Kids: Community Agents Of Change | |
Learning &
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Small Town Robot: Documentary Viewing & Discussion
Equity In Rural Educational Settings |
Making Mission Monday Sustainable in Your School
Metier: Middle School Careers Program
It’s About Learning And Not About Grades
Prioritizing Equitable Educational Experiences, Now
Calming The Storm: Regulating Behavior |
The School Social Media Trap
Cultivate Amazing Connections With Students
Full–Service Community Schools
Unlock Literacy Through Movement
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Core Values And Student Performance
Resources That Engage All Students
Implementing POWERFUL Teaching Practices
Positive Behavior Interventions And Supports (PBIS)
Connecting With Communities Through Podcasting |
Student &
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Harnessing the Power of the Student Voice | Cognitive Behavioral Interventions For Trauma | Creating Practical School Threat Assessments | |
Finance &
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Involve Your Community Before the Bond |
Addressing Radon in Schools | What’s New In Education Finance
Construction: It’s Not Greek To Us |
Enhancing Community Connections |
Staffing &
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Staff Engagement: Hire And Retain! |
Supporting New Teachers From The Start
Educator Collaboration In Action
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Personalizing Professional Development
Internships For Success
Partnering For School Success Through Instructional Coaching |
Raising Teachers: Add Water & Stir
The First Year of Tiered Licensing |
Deep Dive Workshop |
Supporting Farm Youth Through Understanding And Intervention
(10:05 am – 2:45 pm) |