Reggio-Inspired Network of Minnesota

“Iwe givall children dignity and richness, everything changes on the administrative and political level.”

L. Malaguzzi

...a dynamic forum for collaborative inquiry, exchange, and advocacy focusing on the experience of childhood and the process of learning.

“If we give all children dignity and richness, everything changes on the administrative and political level.”

- L. Malaguzzi

Welcome to the Reggio-Inspired Network of Minnesota, a broad gathering of educators and citizens from Minnesota and nearby regions, who work in a variety of schools and civic organizations around issues of education and democracy. Inspired by the innovative preschools and infant-toddler centers in Reggio Emilia, Italy, Network participants look closely at the “Reggio approach” as well as examine and discuss our local experiences. Here you will find information, inspiration and resources.

Events

Sensory Tray Workshop -Ephemeral Art-

03 Jan 2025 1:00 PM • Lenox Community Center
EXPLORING THE LANGUAGES OF Snow and Ice

11 Jan 2025 9:00 AM • Dodge Nature Preschool 1715 Charlton St West St. Paul, MN
Zoom Book Study

19 Jan 2025 3:00 PM • ZOOM
Host: University of MN Child Development Laboratory School

08 Feb 2025 9:00 AM • University of Minnesota Child Development Laboratory School 921 17th Ave SE Minneapolis MN
Zoom Book Study

16 Feb 2025 3:00 PM • ZOOM

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The Educational Project of Reggio-Emilia
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Relationships at the Core

Seeing Children and Ourselves

Role of the Learning Environment

Observing, Listening, and Thinking

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The Reggio-Inspired Network of MN
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Jobs Forum

If you have a job that relates to Reggio-inspired work, we would like to post it in our Jobs Forum. Email reggioinspiredmn@gmail.com. We will post the job within a week of receiving your email, and it will remain posted for at least 3 months.

There are currently a variety of jobs posted, click here to review the job openings.

Exploring the Languages of Snow and Ice

Date: January 11 2025

Time: 9am - 12pm

Facilitators: Teaching team of Dodge Preschool

Monthly Gathering: Material Exploration of Snow and Ice

As winter transforms our landscape, secrets are revealed and the blank canvas of snow and ice lends itself to fantasy and imagination. We will explore the unique and wonderful possibilities of working with snow and ice. Learn practical tips on how to work with these materials and practice yourself!

A tour of Dodge Preschool will follow the discussion

Facilitator: Teaching team from Dodge Nature Preschool

Location:

Dodge Nature Preschool

1715 Charlton St

West St. Paul, MN

Cost:$30

RINM Educational Scholarship

The Reggio Inspired Network of Minnesota's Education Scholarship is a new opportunity available to those interested in learning more about the Reggio Approach. Network members are invited to apply at any time of the year (a minimum of 6 weeks before an event you plan to attend). This scholarship may be used for registration costs to local, national or international Reggio-inspired workshops and conferences. Preference will be given to professional development opportunities where educators from the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy are presenting. Funds are limited and awards are made at the discretion of the Reggio-Inspired Network of Minnesota Board.

RINM Educational Scholarship Application