The District Literacy Leads Community of Practice (DLL-CoP) supports the ongoing work of district literacy leads with a primary focus on implementation of the Minnesota READ Act. Participants receive guidance on elements of the READ Act and engage in networking and collaboration with regional colleagues.

Regional experiential career exploration for ninth-graders!

Regional experiential career exploration for ninth-graders!

Brings together qualifying teams for a day of collaborative problem-solving, mathematical thinking, and friendly competition.

Opportunity for area students in grades 4–8 to demonstrate their chess skills.

LETRS training meets the Minnesota READ Act professional development requirement for Phase I educators. Participant outcomes include developing an understanding of and ability to apply Structured Literacy and evidence-based literacy practices.

This series is designed for district and building leaders, along with PLC teacher leaders, who are ready to move beyond “having PLCs” to creating a culture where collaborative teams consistently improve teaching and learning.

For school counselors and agencies supporting K-12 students and school counselors

Regular meeting of Region 9 Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Directors

The SCSC Assistive Technology and PI/OHD/TBI Community of Practice brings licensed staff together to share expertise, explore strategies and technology, and support students through monthly collaboration.

Technology Directors meet to share information, problem solve and receive updates from national, state, and regional education and governmental agencies.

Leadership and professional growth opportunities for school nurses

Students from across the region for a day of collaborative problem-solving, mathematical thinking, and friendly competition

A Community of Practice and network for individuals that work with youth for career and college success in South Central MN.

The District Literacy Leads Community of Practice (DLL-CoP) supports the ongoing work of district literacy leads with a primary focus on implementation of the Minnesota READ Act. Participants receive guidance on elements of the READ Act and engage in networking and collaboration with regional colleagues.

SCSC’s ASD Community of Practice unites licensed professionals to collaborate and improve autism support.

The Social Worker CoP connects school and community-based social workers (Birth–Grade 12) to collaborate, share support, and strengthen practice.

A Year-Long Professional Learning Program for New & Transitioning Special Education Teachers

Brings together select district, community, government, and nonprofit leaders who work with youth and support career-connected learning across South Central Minnesota.

SCMIM District Leaders and Teams are asked to join us for professional development and collaboration during our four leadership sessions for 2026-2027.

Communities of Practice designed for administrators, instructional coaches, and education leaders.

Opportunity for area students in grades 5–8 to demonstrate their skills in social studies.