Sarah Hackett is the Director of the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools at CESA 9. She earned a PhD from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in Curriculum and Instruction. She is a graduate of the rural public school system in Wautoma, Wisconsin, and the small but mighty... Read More →
The role of the charter school authorizer is critical to ensuring success and accountability for charter schools. They allow governance boards to operate the school according to performance measures surrounding the mission, vision, and community expectations of the charter school. Learn how authorizing works in practice, legal responsibilities, benefits to authorizing, and more!
Associate Director, Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools (WRCCS), a statewide program housed at CESA 9. He is dedicated to fostering high quality teaching practices, leadership, administration, and authorizing. Tim also leads the Center for High... Read More →
What if your district could be more than a school system - what if it became the heart of the community? This session explores how school districts can serve as community centers, using their buildings, staff, and resources to support residents of all ages. We'll discuss strategies for building strong partnerships with local businesses and municipalities, expanding services beyond traditional schooling, creating new revenue opportunities, and enhancing learning experiences. Walk away with ideas and inspiration to help your district become a hub for connection, innovation, and shared success.
Come learn from the Assistant Director of the DPI Parental Education Options team all about how charter school funding works. Mike will cover Independent Charter Schools funding for 2x and 2r schools, and how school district funding is calculated and passed to charter schools as well.
Join WRCCS Associate Director, Tim Scottberg, for a walkthrough of the updated Community Needs Analysis Tool. This session is designed for schools applying for the CSP Grant, design teams planning new schools, and schools approaching contract renewal. Tim will guide you through the toolkit's features and provide a tutorial on how to easily gather the data needed for a comprehensive analysis.
Associate Director, Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools (WRCCS), a statewide program housed at CESA 9. He is dedicated to fostering high quality teaching practices, leadership, administration, and authorizing. Tim also leads the Center for High... Read More →
The charter contract is the agreement between the authorizer and governance board and is often used as a guide for the relationship between the two parties. Whether you are developing your first charter contract or you are planning on renewing your contract, this session is designed to help participants better understand the requirements and recommendations for the charter contract. Alex Roberson from the DPI charter school team will take you through the benchmarks document and highlight key areas that are often confusing during the chartering process. Bring your specific questions and ask the experts! (You should always consult your attorney)
School Administration Consultant, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
I serve as a school administration consultant with Wisconsin's education department, supporting charter operators and authorizers in navigating bureaucratic burdens, so they can focus on educating Wisconsin students. Primarily, I provide guidance on issues related to establishing... Read More →
Gina Post is NACSA’s Director of Fundraising & Business Development. Prior to her work with NACSA, Gina worked for the Maine Charter School Commission for nearly 8 years, serving first as Program Manager, then Chief Program Officer, and finishing her time with MCSC as Interim Executive... Read More →
The Wisconsin charter school law gives charter schools freedom from most state rules and regulations in exchange for greater accountability for results. "Autonomy for Accountability" is the charter school motto. The Wisconsin charter school law gives charter schools freedom from most state rules and regulations in exchange for greater accountability for results. This session will help you identify and maintain that balance.
Sarah Hackett is the Director of the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools at CESA 9. She earned a PhD from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in Curriculum and Instruction. She is a graduate of the rural public school system in Wautoma, Wisconsin, and the small but mighty... Read More →
Thank you for attending the WRCCS Conference. Please join us to reflect on our day and learn about all of the support we will offer throughout the year.
Sarah Hackett is the Director of the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools at CESA 9. She earned a PhD from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in Curriculum and Instruction. She is a graduate of the rural public school system in Wautoma, Wisconsin, and the small but mighty... Read More →
Associate Director, Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools (WRCCS), a statewide program housed at CESA 9. He is dedicated to fostering high quality teaching practices, leadership, administration, and authorizing. Tim also leads the Center for High... Read More →
Sarah Hackett is the Director of the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools at CESA 9. She earned a PhD from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in Curriculum and Instruction. She is a graduate of the rural public school system in Wautoma, Wisconsin, and the small but mighty... Read More →
Associate Director, Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools (WRCCS), a statewide program housed at CESA 9. He is dedicated to fostering high quality teaching practices, leadership, administration, and authorizing. Tim also leads the Center for High... Read More →
