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Teaching Today Minnesota | Spring 2026 Page 11

Building Bridges to the Future of Trades

• Insights into emerging technologies and
Project Build Minnesota’s safety training
Construction Teachers Conference • Opportunities to tour an active commer-
Returns in April 2026 cial job site
In April 2026, Project Build Min- • Valuable continuing education credits
nesota (PBM) will once again host the • Direct connections to industry profes-
Minnesota Construction Teachers Conference sionals and resources
(MCTC)—a dynamic two-day experience The result? Educators leave better
designed to empower educators and strengthen equipped to connect students with real career
Minnesota’s future workforce. pathways in the trades.
Since its launch in 2021, the conference
has brought together construction educators New in 2026: PBM Membership
and industry professionals with a shared goal: Launch
to position the skilled trades as a viable and
rewarding “career of choice” for students. This year marks an exciting milestone
Through hands-on learning, real-world expo- as Project Build Minnesota transitions into a
sure, and meaningful connections, MCTC membership-based organization.
equips educators with the tools they need to Educators, industry partners, and sup-
inspire the next generation. porters are invited to join a growing network
committed to workforce development. Mem-
Why This Conference Matters bership will offer:
Across Minnesota, construction and CTE • Access to exclusive resources and indus- ing for an approachable cost. If you would like
programs often face challenges accessing up- try insights Looking Ahead to learn more about sponsorship opportuni-
to-date curriculum, modern equipment, and • Ongoing professional development More than just a conference, MCTC is ties with Project Build MN, please visit our
strong industry partnerships. MCTC addresses opportunities a strategic investment in Minnesota’s work- website or email us at info@projectbuildmn.
these gaps by convening secondary and post- • Expanded networking with educators force. By connecting educators with industry org. Project Build MN is a 501(c)(3) charitable
secondary educators, administrators, and and construction professionals mentors, tools, and training, PBM continues organization.
industry leaders in one place. As part of this launch, all construction to close the skilled labor gap and elevate the
Attendees gain: teachers who register for the 2026 confer- future of the trades. This event would not be
• Exposure to residential, commercial, and ence will receive a complimentary one-year possible without generous sponsorship. Our
industrial construction practices membership. sponsors allow us to offer this two-day train-

APRIL 30 - MAY 1, 2026

MINNESOTA CONSTRUCTION TEACHER CONFERENCE

The Minnesota Construction Teacher Conference engages Career and Technical Education (CTE)
educators of the construction trades in cutting-edge professional development supported by the
industry
This year, it will be hosted at The Builders Group (2919 Eagandale Blvd STE 100, Eagan, MN 55121)

NETWORKING
PROGRAM SHARING
TRAIN-THE-TRAINER

JOB SITE TOUR
WORK-BASED LEARNING
INITIATIVES

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