Seminars and exhibits
ESI offers trainings regarding member benefits and seminars on financial planning and general pension education. We are also available to exhibit at local or regional events and attend membership or new member meetings.
Please contact deborah.skog@edmn.org for more information.
NEW: When Can I Afford to Retire?
2026 Spring Seminars
- Seminars for those with TRA pensions will be listed in BLUE
- Seminars for those with PERA pensions will be listed in RED
In-person schedule:
TRA pension seminars (for members covered by a TRA pension plan)
April 2026 Seminars
Tues., April 7 (Teacher)
Whitewater Business Office
12301 Whitewater Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55343
Lower Level Conference Room
4 – 4:15 pm Registration | 4:15 – 5:30 pm Seminar
Thurs., April 9 (Teacher)
Education Minnesota Apple Valley Office
6950 146th St. W., Suite 114, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Training room
4 – 4:15 pm Registration | 4:15 – 5:30 pm Seminar
May 2026 Seminars
Tues., May 5 (Teacher)
Education Minnesota Woodbury Office
2042 Wooddale Dr., Suite 100, Woodbury, MN
Training Room
4 – 4:15 pm Registration | 4:15 – 5:30 pm Seminar
Thurs., May 7 (Teacher)
Education Minnesota Brooklyn Park Office
9210 Wyoming Ave. N., Suite 200
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
Training Room
4 – 4:15 pm Registration | 4:15 – 5:30 pm Seminar
Questions? Please contact Deb Skog after registration.
Virtual seminar schedule:
Tues., April 14 (Teacher): For members covered by a TRA pension plan
Virtual seminar
6 – 7 p.m. Seminar
A zoom link will be emailed to you the day before the seminar
Wed., May 13 (ESP): For members covered by a PERA pension plan
Virtual seminar
6 – 7 p.m.
A zoom link will be emailed to you the day before the seminar.
Questions? Please contact Deb Skog after registration.
Other available trainings:
Using membership to the max: Member benefits
Education Minnesota ESI works to bring quality programs and services to members and their families. Through a member-led advisory committee and board, programs and services go through a review process before sponsorship. Learn about the ESI, NEA, and AFT sponsored programs including identity theft protection, financial resources, and shopping discounts. There are programs for members at every stage in their career. In fact, there are many ways for members to save the cost of their dues and more.
When can I afford to retire?
The answer to this question depends not only on how well you have planned financially, but also on what your plans are in retirement. While you are working, your income comes from your paycheck. In retirement, your income will come from three sources: your pension, social security, and any savings you have accumulated in accounts such as 403(b)/457/IRAs and savings. In this session, members will begin to understand how defined benefit pensions work and how income in retirement is calculated based on the pension option you choose. You will also learn about various investment plans and the differences between them so you can plan what is best for you.
Personal planning for a tight budget: It all adds up
Sometimes it seems impossible to stretch your paycheck for your bills, student loans and other debts, let alone save for the future. Session topics will include budgeting, paying down credit cards, savings including 403(b) and Roth IRA, saving on daycare expenses using flex money and more.
