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!
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... 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.
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... 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 →
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... 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 →
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... Read More →
Join the WRCCS Team, meet the community of participants, and prepare for your second (or first, if you're just joining us!) day of the 2024 Annual WRCCS Conference!
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 →
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... Read More →
Director of Teacher-Powered Schools, Education Evolving
Amy is a former California public elementary and middle school teacher and assistant principal. She started working with teacher-powered schools in 2009 and was a contributing author for Trusting Teachers with School Success: What Happens When Teachers Call the Shots. Today, Amy supports... Read More →
Designing and sustaining any school is a lot of work. There are many roles and responsibilities that a team member is responsible for in order to build capacity and develop the educator team. In this session we'll look at some practices that school teams can utilize as they are designing leadership roles in their schools - this can be for a new school or a school looking to redesign their leadership - using a Teacher-Powered School approach to shared leadership. This session is ideal for school leaders, teachers and administrators.
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 →
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... Read More →
Director of Listening and Learning, Humanistic Leadership,
Nick's life work is to ensure every person has the opportunity to reach his/her full potential. Nick is the founder and lead listener at Humanistic Leadership LLC where he supports leaders, teachers, and learners in all facets of education. He brings experience working in traditional... Read More →
Come learn about best practices for charter school governance boards with Chamomile Nusz. In this presentation, she will discuss roles and responsibilities, effective communication, and fostering positive board culture. Tap into a wealth of knowledge about ensuring accountability, enhancing board performance, and cultivating strong leadership for charter schools.
Chamomile Nusz is a co-owner of Circle Education LLC, a consulting service working to support innovative education. She works with the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools (WRCCS) supporting the development of high-performing charter schools throughout the state of Wisconsin... Read More →
Are you leading your school with a clear purpose and intentional culture? Many challenges faced by schools and districts today stem from a lack of shared understanding and alignment around their core purpose. Join us for a discussion around five key observations gathered from schools across the state. These findings highlight the crucial role of purpose-driven leadership and cultural alignment. In this session, we will provide and overview of strategies of successful purpose-aligned schools. Whether you're a school administrator, teacher, or board member, this session will support you with valuable insights and actionable steps to lead from where you are. We will share tools and actions for you to better fulfill the responsiility of leading your school's purpose, culture and educational outcomes.
Director of Listening and Learning, Humanistic Leadership,
Nick's life work is to ensure every person has the opportunity to reach his/her full potential. Nick is the founder and lead listener at Humanistic Leadership LLC where he supports leaders, teachers, and learners in all facets of education. He brings experience working in traditional... 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 →
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... Read More →
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... 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 →
Tim Scottberg is the Associate Director for the Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools, a statewide program at CESA 9. With a deep passion for education, Tim has served as the principal of Fond du Lac STEM Academy and as an associate principal at Fond du Lac High School. He... Read More →
