Events Calendar

WEA Academy – The Teachers Virtual Book Study

Zoom

In The Teachers Alexandra Robbins dives deep into the lives of teachers and exposed the many flaws that have been hurting the teaching profession — even before the pandemic — and how it’s gotten worse. The Teachers is engaging and impeccably researched, but it’s also a hard read because it shows just how challenging our profession is, and […]

WEAC – National Board Jump Start

UW Whitewater 800 West Main Street, Whitewater, WI, United States

Jump Start is a comprehensive, three+ day seminar designed to provide early support to National Board candidates. Jump Start lays the groundwork for understanding the certification process by deeply examining component and assessment center requirements.

2023 Summer Leadership Academy

UW Whitewater 800 West Main Street, Whitewater, WI, United States

The Summer Leadership Academy is meant to offer both knowledge and skills to local leaders in their work with members, the community, administration, elected leaders, and the students they serve on a day-to-day basis. We know that the work accomplished within a local is accomplished by elected and non-elected leaders alike. Regardless of their title, […]

WEA Academy – The Power of Regret Virtual Book Study

Zoom

In The Power of Regret Daniel Pink draws on research in psychology, neuroscience, economics, and biology to challenge widely held assumptions about emotions and behavior. By understanding what people regret the most, we can understand what we value the most. And by following the simple, science-based, three-step process that Pink sets out, we can transform our […]

WEA Academy – The Power of Regret Virtual Book Study

Zoom

In The Power of Regret Daniel Pink draws on research in psychology, neuroscience, economics, and biology to challenge widely held assumptions about emotions and behavior. By understanding what people regret the most, we can understand what we value the most. And by following the simple, science-based, three-step process that Pink sets out, we can transform our […]

Green Bay Education Association & WEAC Region 3 National Board Candidate Support Session

GBEA & WEAC Region 3 Office 1136 North Military Road, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Green Bay Education Association and WEAC Region 3 NBCTs Ellie Hinz-Radue & Sarah Johnston bring WEAC members ongoing monthly National Board candidate support. Generally, the 1st hour will feature a presentation on a relevant topic or issue and the 2nd hour is dedicated to individual candidate support. Sessions are held in person with a virtual […]

Madison Teachers, Inc. & WEAC Region 6 National Board Candidate Support Session

WEAC 33 Nob Hill Road, Madison, WI

MTI & Region 6 NBCT mentors Kelly Ferguson, Lyman Elliott & Cyntha Slavish bring WEAC members ongoing monthly National Board candidate support. Generally, the 1st hour will feature a presentation on a relevant topic or issue and the 2nd hour is dedicated to individual candidate support.

Best Practices in Classroom Management

Zoom

Designed by a diverse group of K-12 educators from around the state, Best Practices in Classroom Management focuses on proven and positive strategies to implement classroom systems, manage behaviors, and build relationships. Content includes setting expectations, culturally responsive practices, trauma response, and de-escalation. Whether you’re an aspiring educator, an early career educator or a seasoned veteran you […]

Teaching Hacks: Ideas to Make Your Teaching Life Easier

Hybrid - @ WEAC or via Zoom

Author and educator Danielle Carlson will share a rich conglomeration of tips, tricks, and ideas to save you time, help you organize your classroom in creative ways, strengthen relationships with students, implement active learning strategies, improve your classroom management skills, and more. Whether you are just starting out in the world of education or are […]

The Joy of Reading: A Virtual Book Discussion

Zoom

It is possible to teach children how to read well without killing their love for reading in the process. The Joy of Reading is a guide for teachers, librarians, administrators, and families to create the conditions for joyful reading. Donalyn Miller and Teri Lesesne draw from their decades of work with students, teachers, and librarians, providing […]