Preparing Minnesota educators to meet the 2026 Holocaust, Genocide of Indigenous Peoples, and Other Genocide Education mandate with historical accuracy, sound pedagogy, and instructional confidence.

September – October 2026
9 Tue & Wed evenings, 7:00-8:30 PM
Online via Zoom
Free

Designed for educators in Minnesota while benefiting teachers in any state
Continuing Education Credits available via Minnesota Council for the Social Studies
Register below by Wednesday, September 23
A minimum of 25 participants required for course to be held.

Overview:

The Foundations Course in Holocaust History & Pedagogy provides educators with a concise chronological study of the Holocaust paired with sound instructional practice. Across 9 online sessions, participants engage with primary sources, deepen historical understanding, and learn inquiry‑based strategies for teaching this complex history with accuracy and confidence.  

The course includes a full unit of classroom‑ready materials containing lesson plans, student handouts, and slide decks, grounded in USHMM Guidelines and aligned with academic standards. While ideal for MN educators preparing for the 2026 mandate, it’s valuable for all teachers seeking high‑quality Holocaust training. This course offers a comprehensive, evidence‑based approach to teaching one of history’s most challenging subjects. 

What You’ll Receive:

• Full, concise Holocaust unit 

• Classroom‑ready materials 

• • Detailed lesson plans 

• • Student handouts 

• • Slide decks with teacher notes 

• Primary‑source‑rich instruction anchored in documented evidence 

• Inquiry‑based teaching strategies that strengthen critical thinking 

• Pedagogical training grounded in USHMM Guidelines & best practices 

• Live, online sessions with required attendance to support continuity 

• Professional learning community with ongoing support 

• CEUs provided for all participants through St. Cloud State University

Session Dates:

Session 1, Wednesday, September 30, 7:00-8:30 PM

Session 2, Tuesday, October 6, 7:00-8:30 PM

Session 3, Wednesday, October 7, 7:00-8:30 PM

Session 4, Tuesday, October 13, 7:00-8:30 PM

Session 5, Wednesday, October 14, 7:00-8:30 PM 

Session 6, Tuesday, October 20, 7:00-8:30 PM

Session 7, Wednesday, October 21, 7:00-8:30 PM

Session 8, Tuesday, October 27, 7:00-8:30 PM

Session 9, Wednesday, October 28, 7:00-8:30 PM

Generously supported by the Minnesota Vikings,  Allianz of America Corp., and the Tankenoff Families Foundation.