The Minnesota Staff Development Council was re-established in 1994 as an affiliate of the National Staff Development Council to provide networking opportunities and to promote positive staff development experiences in the state of Minnesota. MSDC has been founded based on the following beliefs:

• We believe change is a driving force
• We believe that ongoing improvement is essential
• We believe that change provides opportunities for growth
• We believe the most meaningful changes in people occur when hearts, minds, spirits and feet are touched
• We believe example is a powerful teacher
• We believe expectations influence accomplishments
• We believe that shared power benefits all
• We believe diversity strengthens
• We believe cultural norms have a powerful influence