| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 5/1/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 |  | odie.workshops.Section |
May 1, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
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Closed 45 Registered  5 Min; 44 Max
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| | 0 | Planning an Effective Literacy Block (Elementary) | 5/27/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Dufek | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 20.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
May 27, 2026
Elementary Literacy Leaders, General Education Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Interventionists:
Join us for an exciting day planning an effective literacy block, including whole group and small group instruction. In this session, participants will learn how to align whole group and small group instruction, use data to drive decisions, and implement high-impact strategies that accelerate student growth.
Open 13 Registered 5 Min; No Max
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| | 0 | Creating Teacher Supports Through an MTSS System (Summer Principal Support Event) | 5/27/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Hagen | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
May 27, 2026
Join area K-12 principals and ESU 8 staff for a collaborative session to create a "grow-your-own" Teacher Support Systems using an MTSS framework.
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| | 0 | Restorative Practices (RP) Training | 5/29/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Administration | Zavadil | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
May 29, 2026
Restorative practices is a social science and behavioral management approach that emphasizes repairing harm and mending relationships through communication and dialogue, rather than solely relying on punishment.
Open 2 Registered 5 Min; 100 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol 2 | 6/3/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 3, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning. Teachers must have completed Vol. 1 in order to enroll in Vol. 2. Materials purchased by the school are $399. Lunch is $20 daily. College credit options are available.
Closed 10 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | NDE Accreditation Team: Team Leader, Team Member, and Host School Training | 6/4/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Administration | Zavadil | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 4, 2026
The NDE Accreditation team will lead this regional event to provide training focused on the 5 year external visit. This training will apply to the visit leaders, team members, and host schools and offer insights on how to make this an efficient and impactful event for your district.
Open 13 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | LETRS For Admin | 6/10/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 10, 2026
LETRS® for Administrators enables leaders to effectively support educators as they engage in the LETRS course of study and work to implement the learnings in their classrooms. LETRS for Administrators is a professional learning opportunity designed to elementary administrators and instructional leaders in creating adaptable and suitable literacy initiatives using systems thinking and implementation science. The program defines the systems and infrastructures required to successfully implement a sustainable literacy program aligned to scientifically based research.
Closed 15 Registered 5 Min; 25 Max
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| | 0 | MTSS Team Refresh | 6/16/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Dufek | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 16, 2026
This day is designed for school MTSS teams who are looking to refresh their understanding of the MTSS framework and strengthen how their team functions to support students. Over time, teams can benefit from revisiting the core purpose of MTSS, clarifying roles, and ensuring team practices remain aligned with effective systems of support.
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| | 0 | Mandt Day 1 | 6/16/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | Tagel | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 16, 2026
This is a behavioral crisis interaction training, giving teachers tools to manage themselves and to teach others to manage their own behavior. Participants learn to recognize the early warning signs of potentially violent behavior and intervene proactively through de-escalation techniques and positive behavior supports. Day 1 teaches prevention, which is the main goal of The Mandt System. The Mandt System helps staff to create a safe and caring school in which students can say “In this place and with these people I feel safe.”
****This training will train with the updated Mandt 3.0 curriculum. New Student Learning Portfolios will be provided. There is no need to bring materials used in previous Mandt trainings.
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| | 0 | Mandt Day 2 | 6/17/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | Tagel | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 17, 2026
This is a behavioral crisis intervention training, The Mandt System builds skill development through a system of gradual and graded alternatives for de-escalating and assisting people, using a combination of interpersonal communication skills, conflict resolution strategies, and physical interaction techniques. This day focuses on learning the physical interaction techniques and when to apply these techniques. Please dress comfortably and wear closed-toed shoes.
****This training will train with the updated Mandt 3.0 curriculum. New Student Learning Portfolios will be provided. There is no need to bring materials used in previous Mandt trainings.
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 6/23/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 23, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
Closed 19 Registered 5 Min; 35 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol 2 | 6/25/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
June 25, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning. Teachers must have completed Vol. 1 in order to enroll in Vol. 2. Materials purchased by the school are $399. Lunch is $20 daily. College credit options are available.
Closed 10 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | Mandt Day 1 | 7/14/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | Tagel | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
July 14, 2026
This is a behavioral crisis interaction training, giving teachers tools to manage themselves and to teach others to manage their own behavior. Participants learn to recognize the early warning signs of potentially violent behavior and intervene proactively through de-escalation techniques and positive behavior supports. Day 1 teaches prevention, which is the main goal of The Mandt System. The Mandt System helps staff to create a safe and caring school in which students can say “In this place and with these people I feel safe.”
****This training will train with the updated Mandt 3.0 curriculum. New Student Learning Portfolios will be provided. There is no need to bring materials used in previous Mandt trainings.
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| | 0 | Mandt Day 2 | 7/15/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - SPED | Tagel | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
July 15, 2026
This is a behavioral crisis intervention training, The Mandt System builds skill development through a system of gradual and graded alternatives for de-escalating and assisting people, using a combination of interpersonal communication skills, conflict resolution strategies, and physical interaction techniques. This day focuses on learning the physical interaction techniques and when to apply these techniques. Please wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.
****This training will train with the updated Mandt 3.0 curriculum. New Student Learning Portfolios will be provided. There is no need to bring materials used in previous Mandt trainings.
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol. 1- Multi-school Cohort | 7/21/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
July 21, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning.
Closed 19 Registered 5 Min; 35 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS Vol 2 | 7/23/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
July 23, 2026
The most important factor in student success is the teacher. LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) for K–5 educators is an investment in their literacy knowledge and professional practice. Teachers gain essential skills to master the fundamentals of literacy instruction to apply and transform student learning. Teachers must have completed Vol. 1 in order to enroll in Vol. 2. Materials purchased by the school are $399. Lunch is $20 daily. College credit options are available.
Closed 10 Registered 5 Min; 40 Max
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| | 0 | LETRS For Admin | 7/27/2026 8:30:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
July 27, 2026
LETRS® for Administrators enables leaders to effectively support educators as they engage in the LETRS course of study and work to implement the learnings in their classrooms. LETRS for Administrators is a professional learning opportunity designed to elementary administrators and instructional leaders in creating adaptable and suitable literacy initiatives using systems thinking and implementation science. The program defines the systems and infrastructures required to successfully implement a sustainable literacy program aligned to scientifically based research.
Closed 15 Registered 5 Min; 25 Max
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| | 0 | Para Training | 8/3/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Lundgren | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 3, 2026
Veteran and new paras will come together to learn, collaborate, and get ready for the upcoming school year.
Open 2 Registered No Min; No Max
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| | 0 | Tier 1 Effective Classroom Practices | 8/3/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Dufek | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 20.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 3, 2026
This professional learning session focuses on eight high-impact classroom practices that increase instructional time and student engagement. When these practices are implemented consistently, they create structured, predictable classrooms where students spend more time actively learning and less time in disruption or transition.
Participants will explore the two key outcomes of effective classroom practices:
Increasing Instructional Time
- Classroom Expectations
- Classroom Procedures and Routines
- Encouraging Expected Behavior
- Discouraging Inappropriate Behavior
Increasing Student Engaged Time
- Active Supervision
- Opportunities to Respond
- Activity Sequencing and Choice
- Task Difficulty
During the session, educators will:
- Examine how these practices support MTSS Tier 1 instruction and classroom management
- Reflect on current classroom implementation
- Identify specific strategies to increase student engagement and reduce lost instructional time
- Develop actionable steps for strengthening these practices in their classrooms
This session emphasizes practical, research-based strategies that teachers can implement immediately to create classrooms where expectations are clear, students are actively engaged, and learning time is maximized.
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| | 0 | New Teacher Academy | 8/4/2026 9:00:00 AM | | ESU 8 - Professional Development | Hagen | System.Collections.Generic.List`1[odie.workshops.Facilitator] | | 0.00 | | odie.workshops.Section |
August 4, 2026
New Teacher Academy is for participating 1st year teachers in ESU 8.
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