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🎶 Calling music educators across western North Dakota!

Join the WERC Center Music PLC Series for the 2026–2027 school year. Connect with fellow music educators, collaborate on ideas, strengthen your program, and support student learning through meaningful professional learning opportunities.

This year’s series includes:
🎵 Virtual PLC sessions
🎵 In-person North & South region collaboration
🎵 Opportunities to share strategies and grow together

Whether you're new to the classroom or a veteran educator, this PLC is designed to help you connect, collaborate, and grow.

📅 Check out the flyer for dates and details.
📲 Complete the Music Teacher PLC Survey to help shape this year’s topics and supports!
🔗 https://conta.cc/43cDXMy

🎤 2026 WERC Conference Presenter Spotlight!

We are excited to welcome Sarah Kemp Tabbut to the 2026 WERC Conference!

Sarah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Program Manager for UND | ND Hopes & ND THRIVES. With more than 15 years of experience in mental health and su***de prevention, she works with schools and communities to implement evidence-based strategies that support student well-being and safety.

Sarah will be presenting:

STARS: Su***de Prevention Training and Readiness for Schools
*Two-Part Training Session*

Participants will learn to recognize warning signs of su***de and substance use, respond to students in crisis, and connect individuals with appropriate support and resources.

Join us on August 12, 2026, in Watford City, ND, for a day of learning, connection, and practical strategies that make a difference in our schools and communities.

📅 August 12, 2026
📍 Watford City, ND

Register today:
🔗 https://site.pheedloop.com/event/WERC26/home/

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⏰ TODAY IS THE LAST DAY!

Early Bird pricing for the 2026 WERC Conference ends tonight at 11:59 PM.

Join educators, administrators, and education professionals from across the region for a day of learning, connection, and inspiration.

🎤 Featured presenters include:
⭐ Dave Weber, Keynote Speaker
⭐ Levi Bachmeier, North Dakota State Superintendent
⭐ Heather Chatham
⭐ Michelle Woodcock
⭐ Sarah Kemp Tabbut
⭐ Tyler Ward

And more announcements are still to come!

📅 August 12, 2026
📍 Watford City, ND

Don't miss your chance to secure the lowest registration rate.

🔗 Register now:
https://site.pheedloop.com/event/WERC26/home/

🎤 The lineup is growing!

We're excited to welcome an outstanding group of presenters to the 2026 WERC Conference, bringing expertise in leadership, literacy, special education, educational technology, family engagement, and more.

Featured presenters include:

⭐ Dave Weber, Keynote Speaker
⭐ Levi Bachmeier, North Dakota State Superintendent
⭐ Heather Chatham
⭐ Michelle Woodcock
⭐ Sarah Kemp Tabbut
⭐ Tyler Ward

And we're not done yet. Additional speakers and conference details will be announced in the coming weeks.

📅 August 12, 2026
📍 Watford City, ND

⏰ Early Bird pricing ends June 15 at 11:59 PM.

Register now to secure the lowest registration rate:
https://site.pheedloop.com/event/WERC26/home/

🎤 2026 WERC Conference Presenter Spotlight!

We are excited to welcome Heather Chatham to the 2026 WERC Conference!

Heather is a literacy consultant, speaker, and founder of Chatty Learners LLC. She helps educators, families, and communities bring the Science of Reading to life through practical, engaging strategies.

Heather will be presenting:

The Artful Read-Aloud: Bringing Books to Life

Join us August 12, 2026, in Watford City, ND, and discover strategies to transform everyday read-alouds into meaningful literacy experiences.

Early Bird registration has been extended through June 15!

Register here: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/WERC26/home/

Y'all asked and we've answered. Registration for the June Virtual Academy sessions are open. Get your seat now at https://ufli.education.ufl.edu/academy/details/ !

🌎 Supporting multilingual learners starts with strong educator collaboration.

The WERC Center EL PLC Series for 2026–2027 brings educators together to share strategies, strengthen practices, and support multilingual learners through collaborative professional learning.

This series includes:
💻 Virtual PLC sessions
📍 In-person North & South regional collaboration
🤝 Opportunities to connect with peers and share practical strategies

Join educators from across the region as we collaborate, learn, and grow together in support of student success.

📅 See the flyer for session dates and details.
📲 Sign up to receive invitations and updates for upcoming PLC sessions.
🔗https://conta.cc/3Rturlx

📣 GOOD NEWS!

Early Bird Registration for the 2026 WERC Fall Conference has been extended through June 15, 2026.

To qualify for the Early Bird registration rate, participants must complete their registration through the PheedLoop registration website by June 15, 2026. After that date, standard registration rates will apply.

Don't miss your chance to lock in the lowest registration rate before prices increase.

✔️ Secure your spot
✔️ Plan ahead for fall learning
✔️ Connect with educators from across the region
✔️ Save with extended Early Bird pricing

📍 Watford City, ND
📅 August 12, 2026

Register today:
https://site.pheedloop.com/event/WERC26/home