Wisconsin Resource Center for Charter Schools

08/26/2026

Congratulations to Stephanie Davis from ARISE Virtual Academy on being named Teacher of the Year! 🎉 A wonderful reminder of the incredible educators who make a difference in students’ lives every day. Here’s to celebrating teachers and a great school year ahead!

08/25/2026

Charter School Leaders and Teachers - check out this short video and accompanying document on aligning academic standards with your school’s mission. It’s a quick, practical overview of how you can connect what students are learning to the unique mission and vision of your charter school. A helpful resource to explore and share with your team! Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we at WRCCS can do to support you!

https://youtu.be/2tYtCRcjDPc?si=6gskw-OYm_bbMBkA

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GLq0nQvzh6SHFmYyHYmSq_lWu0Il-2TWOtpEM30FKus/edit?usp=sharing

08/24/2026

The fall WSPEI Connector is here! Explore free virtual workshops, family and educator networks, book studies, and resources designed to support students and strengthen school-family partnerships throughout the new school year. WSPEI Serving WI Families and Schools since January 2000 CESA 9

🚀 Blast Off into a New School Year with WSPEI! 🌌✨

Attention Wisconsin families and educators: as the summer sun sets, it’s time to navigate a brand-new galaxy of learning opportunities! The August 2026 WSPEI Connector has officially launched, packed with out-of-this-world resources and events designed to power your special education journey. 👨‍🚀👩‍🚀

Here’s what’s orbiting in our fall line-up:
⭐ Mission-Critical Workshops & Networks (All virtual & FREE!)
🛠️ Ready, Set, Let’s IEP: Practical tools to help you navigate your next meeting with confidence!
🤝 From Participant to Partner: Elevate your voice in the IEP process.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families As Partners: A 4-session series for building strong, authentic relationships with school teams.
🎓 Recipe for Success: Prepare for your student’s post-high school transition.
💡 Leadership in Action: Find the leader in you and build strong school-family partnerships.
🧩 Collaborative Solutions: Proactively navigate behavior, discipline, and IEPs together.
🔍 Child Find & Referrals: Understand special education rights and referral steps.
🛣️ The Special Education Journey: Discover key resources from early childhood all the way to adulthood.
🪐 Monthly Support & Networking Squads
Family Support Community: Meet monthly to share insights, stories, and connection in a safe space.
Family, Youth & Community Engagement Network: Connect with passionate educators, families, and community partners to ignite change!
📚 Stellar Book Studies
Powerful Partnerships by Karen Mapp, Ilene Carver & Jessica Lander (Books included!)

The Explosive Child by Dr. Ross Greene
👾 Special Deep Space Highlight: Virtual visit alert! Dr. Paula Kluth is making a special virtual stop in Wisconsin this October! Stay tuned for details. 🌟
🛸 Ready to chart your course? Pre-registration is required for all free virtual events.
🔗 Ready for Launch? Explore event flyers, dates, and sign-ups on the WSPEI Learning Opportunities Page: https://wspei.org/contact/
Let's make this school year stellar! 🌠 Discovered something exciting? Tag a fellow parent or educator who needs this mission debrief! 👇
https://app.smore.com/n/bukcx-the-wspei-connector?ref=email&fbclid=IwY2xjawTr53dwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAGJyaWQRMVI4ZWNvSThEeUFwWE5vYjJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEevBCfkf-kDPGKX5VKBwIFjpAZxb7mfLZlNYmiknIkW7yQ_LyMgfqtTp7Jcsg_aem_UMT0kzaaqnfv-gR79rQAJg

08/24/2026

Here’s to a year filled with school spirit, new memories, and lots of success! School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies (SAGES)

08/21/2026

Congratulations to HAPA: Hmong American Peace Academy on being recognized in the U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings! Such an incredible achievement!

Congratulations to MPS’s award-winning high schools! Five high schools made U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best high schools in the country.

Reagan and Golda Meir both ranked in the top 25 high schools in Wisconsin.

See more about these achievements https://mpsmke.com/4zsLuWw

08/19/2026

Help shape education in Wisconsin! Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

🗣️💬 We want to hear from you!

This month, individuals, groups, and agencies may provide feedback on several sets of Wisconsin Academic Standards as well as the Early Learning and Development Guidelines. The deadline to provide feedback is 8/21.

Read more about our timeline and how you can help! : https://dpi.wi.gov/about-dpi/news/dpi-connected/help-shape-wisconsin-standards-and-guidelines

08/19/2026

📣 We're Hiring! Join the Athens School District Team!

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the lives of students? We have several exciting opportunities available for the 2026-2027 school year!

🎵 Maple Grove Charter School Kindergarten – Grade 5 General Music Teacher
Inspire a love of music and creativity in our youngest learners!
View the full job description and apply at: https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/264678

🎨 Full-Time Art Teacher
Bring creativity to life and help students explore their artistic talents in a dynamic classroom environment.
View the full job description and apply at: https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/268221

🖌️ Part-Time Art Teacher
Share your passion for the arts while inspiring student creativity and expression.
View the full job description and apply at: https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/271764

Interested in joining our team? View all current employment opportunities and full job descriptions on our website: https://www.athens1.org/page/employment-opportunities

08/17/2026

The Wisconsin Montessori Association (WMA) is offering a FREE online professional development webinar on August 24 focused on welcoming students, classroom routines, and creating a peaceful Montessori environment. Email: [email protected] to register!

🌿 Cultivating the Prepared Environment: Welcome Routines for New & Returning Students

Start the school year with confidence! Join WMA for our FREE Online Professional Development Webinar with Heather Boxill, as she shares practical ideas for welcoming students, establishing classroom routines, creating practical life rotations, and preparing a peaceful, responsive Montessori environment.

📅 August 24, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
💻 Online Webinar

This professional development session is part of the benefits of WMA membership.

📩 To register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/N06DBTlFTCC64QE7_gtWhw #/registration

We look forward to learning and growing together as we prepare for a new school year! 🌱



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08/14/2026

Such a cool opportunity to explore freshwater science and get hands-on experience! 🌊🔬 Love seeing students discovering what’s possible! Clark Street Community School UW-Oshkosh

Two dozen high school students from Wisconsin and beyond, received first-hand experience in the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin's Summer Freshwater High School Experience at UW-Oshkosh, introducing students to studies that can lead to careers in freshwater science and engineering.