New Leaders Cohort

MASE New Leaders’ Training is a series of professional development sessions that provide opportunities for:

  • newly employed Minnesota special education directors to explore the knowledge and skills needed for a successful first year
  • mid-level leaders to enhance leadership skills either in preparation for advancement in leadership or for general skill development
  • “newer” leaders who wish to refresh their training.

Participants have an opportunity to meet other new leaders, experienced colleagues, state department staff, and other resource people from the special education community. Topics include federal and state special education law, finance and budgeting, state reporting, program topics, and leadership. Continuing education credits are awarded.

Cohort Fee: MASE Members $500 | Non-MASE Members $700

The price will not be prorated for missed sessions. If you must cancel, you may do so by October 8th, with a $50 cancellation fee. After this date, there will be no refunds.

Thank you to our cohort leaders/facilitators:

  • Amy Ernst, Director of Special Education, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools
  • Melanie Kray, Executive Director of Special Services, SW Metro Intermediate District 288-06
  • Holle Spessard, Director - Region 9, SC Service Cooperative
  • Erin Jensen, Special Education Director, Elk River Area School District

Lodging: Please make your own arrangements. MASE recommends New Leaders participants do not make lodging arrangements until the adjoining conference registration information becomes available so you can take advantage of conference discounts.
If you have any questions, please contact Taylor Ethen at taylor.ethen@mnasa.org.

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