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March 13, 2025
Join us for the Autism Resource Symposium and Fair, an event hosted by Minnesota state agencies, dedicated to supporting individuals with autism, their families, and professionals through education, connection, and empowerment. This year's event will place a special emphasis on mental health and well-being, highlighting the importance of emotional resilience, self-care, and access to supportive services.
What to Expect
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Keynote Presentations and Panels – Hear from leading experts on the intersection of autism and mental health, including strategies for managing stress and accessing services and supports.
- Workshops and Breakout Sessions
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Resource Fair – Connect with organizations offering autism services, mental health supports, advocacy groups, and healthcare coverage.
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Networking Opportunities – Meet parents, self-advocates, educators, and service providers to build a strong, informed, and supportive community.
- Whether you are an autistic individual, a parent, a caregiver, or a professional, this symposium will provide valuable insights and tools to promote mental wellness and enhance quality of life.
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Date and Time: April 9, 2025, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Location: Minnesota Department of Education, 400 NE Stinson Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Let’s work together to create a future where autism support prioritizes mental health, self-care, and community well-being. Stay tuned for more details.
Register for Autism Resource Symposium and Fair on Alchemer. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information to join.
Please contact Erin Farrell, Ed.D., BCBA, Autism Spectrum Disorders Specialist, with any questions.
April 23-24, 2025
Best Western Kelly Inn Meeting Center in St. Cloud, MN
Medicaid in Education: Third Party Reimbursement (TPR) Spring Forum participants will gain an overview of the third-party billing process, including key tasks and timelines to address throughout the school year. The forum will introduce the new mental health in special education benefit and highlight essential processes related to its implementation. Attendees will engage in interactive question and answer sessions at the start and end of the day to address commonly asked questions and deepen their understanding of the topics covered.
In-person and virtual participants must register for this event. Registrations for in-person participants will close April 10. Virtual participants can register anytime and will receive a meeting link to the forum closer to the event date.
A block of hotel rooms is available until March 23, 2025. To reserve a room, call the Best Western at 320-253-0606 and mention the code MDE DHS SPRING FORUM or book online with Best Western Hotels and Resorts.
The agenda includes a meet and greet event on Wednesday, April 23, 5-7 p.m. and conference sessions on Thursday, April 24, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. CEU and Contact Hour Certificates will be available at the end of the forum.
Thank you for your continued dedication to serving our students, educators, schools and libraries. The information below was recently shared by Commissioner Jett.
These resources are available to help you create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments for all students. MDE is committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion, both internally and in our support of schools across the state.
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