College of Education and Human Development

Center for Early Education and Development

Events

RBPD Retreat

Oct
08
  • In-Person

Eagan Community Center 
1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121

Cost: $30 per registrant

This annual TARSS event provides coaches, consultants, mentors, and program managers with high-quality professional development. This year's RBPD Retreat will include a virtual panel discussion with three amazing speakers, time for facilitated reflection, and networking.

    Photographs taken at the event may be used in University of Minnesota print and online publications, promotions, or shared with the CEHD community. 

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        What to expect

        The 2025 RBPD Retreat will feature a refreshed, interactive format. Hear from a virtual panel of incredible professionals moderated by MPR early childhood education reporter Kyra Miles! Panelists include:

        • Constant Hine, motivational speaker, coach, adult educator and author
        • Dr. Jessica Wise, consultant, Instructional Coaching Group
        • Candi Hyler, early childhood instructional coach, Drake University Head Start

        After the virtual panel, participants will engage in a highly interactive small group activity. Finally, DCYF and Achieve will join us to share information about new, important changes to the RBPD Endorsement renewal process.

        About the event

        The Center for Early Education and Development (CEED) at the University of Minnesota, is home to the Trainer and Relationship-based Professional Development Specialist Support program (TARSS).

        The TARSS program supports trainers, coaches, and relationship-based professional development (RBPD) specialists in the early education field. The annual RBPD Retreat is made possible through a grant awarded by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth and Families.

        Registration information

        Registration is now closed.

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