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A message from Erin Toninato, 
MASE Executive Director:

I watched my grandchildren step into their own “champion moments”—from projects and sheep shows to interviews that would impress any hiring panel. Two of them even powered through a 12-hour horse show with one of them having a very sweet, but very “over it,” horse.

One moment will stick with me more than the others. When it came time for barrels, one of the horses simply wasn’t having it. The 11-year-old on his back pulled out every trick she knew, trying to coax him forward, her face showing hurt and embarrassment while the horse remained blissfully unaware of the stakes. Typically, her horse loves to run barrels but not that day, and not in front of the crowd that was watching. Then—out of nowhere—a human champion stepped in, running alongside and literally pulling that stubborn (at the moment) horse into action. Passion. Persistence. And a little bit of teamwork. If that isn't a champion interaction, then I don't know what is.

Championships aren’t always about the fastest time, the most points, or the perfect performance. Sometimes they’re about showing up, giving your best, and leaning on others when you need a nudge forward.

Here’s to all the champions among us—two-legged and four-legged alike.

As always...thanks for all you do! 

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Cross-Curricular Delivery Permissions Process Changes

PELSB has enacted changes to the Cross-Curricular Delivery Permissions (CCDP) request process. All public school districts and charter schools that are using or applying for a CCDP (including SAAP approved) must submit a program narrative once every five years, effective July 1, 2025.

Public school districts and charter schools should continue to use the current CCDP request form (available on the Special Permissions page), and ensure that one Program Narrative has been submitted for your district or school as required.

Public school districts and charter schools are required to submit one Program Narrative (Section 4) that includes the following:

• Public school district or charter school name.

• Number of years the CCDP program has been used.

• Description of the district or charter school's CCDP program delivery model, including an explanation of how the program aligns to a Cross-Curricular approach.

• What resources the district or charter school is providing to support the teacher in teaching content outside of their licensure area.

• The teacher's role and responsibilities in developing curricula, presenting material, assessing student work, and the teacher's ability to adjust curricula to meet student needs.

This updated process will ensure that the teacher is being provided supports to be successful in teaching outside of their licensure field/scope. This change will reduce time spent on writing a program narrative—with submissions only required every five years, rather than annually. If a CCDP has already been submitted for School Year 2025-2026 without the Program Narrative, the school district or charter school will be contacted by PELSB's Licensure Permission Specialist via email to complete the Program Narrative.

Other News

• Help Shape the Future of MASE Leadership Development! As MASE begins planning next year’s New Directors Cohort and prepares for the return of the Finance Academy, we’re seeking input from current leaders like you. What do you believe future colleagues need to know and experience to be best prepared for the director role? While we understand that nothing can fully prepare someone for the complexities of directorship, your insights will help us create the most meaningful and supportive experience possible. Share your feedback here: https://forms.gle/Vp8ys314MnkEeZar5.

• MDE Special Education Funding Training Webinars July – October 2025 | Full info here!

• CASE Special Education Leadership Institute - Cohort 2: Applications are open! The Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) recognizes the nationwide concern over the shortage of educational leaders specifically trained to supervise special education programs. As the Voice of Special Education Leadership across the country, CASE is committed to leadership development that will continue to drive the profession forward. Based upon the core values at the heart of CASE, the Leadership Institute provides an opportunity for current and future educational leaders to strengthen their foundation in the components related to the administration of special education programs. For more information and to apply: https://www.casecec.org/special-education-leadership-institute.

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Money Minute

Last week, as I cleared my inbox, I noticed an email labeled “Load of Initial State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2026 Allocations” from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). My first thought, like many of you, was, “Show me the money!” as I quickly logged into the Minnesota Education Grant System (MEGS). After randomly clicking links in MEGS (MEGS Access / Select - View Funding Summary - IDEA Part B 611 Regular FIN 419), my heart skipped a beat. My district’s Federal Part B allocation was less than 50% of what I received last year, an initial figure that did not make me happy until I realized there was more to the story. I slowly poured myself an Old Fashioned and decided to read the MDE email. 

ONGOING:

• Job Posting: District Program Facilitator, Behavior Specialist – Special Education | Minneapolis Public Schools

• Job Posting: District Program Facilitator – Special Education | Minneapolis Public Schools

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