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2026 WRCCS Annual Conference
Tuesday, July 21
 

8:30am CDT

Welcome to the WRCCS Annual Conference!
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 8:50am CDT
Join the WRCCS Team, meet the community of participants, and prepare for your first day of the 2026 Annual WRCCS Conference!

**Slides link**
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 8:50am CDT
  Required

9:00am CDT

Charter School Policies
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

https://cesa9-org.zoom.us/j/7288685261
Speakers
LP
avatar for Tess O'Brien-Heinzen

Tess O'Brien-Heinzen

Attorney, Renning Lewis & Lacy, s.c.
Cracks in the Contract: Common Pitfalls in Charter School Contracts, July 23, 10-10:50 AM
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

9:00am CDT

How to Support your Virtual Charters
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7175589961

Speakers
avatar for Tim Scottberg

Tim Scottberg

Associate Director, WRCCS
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 →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

9:00am CDT

WestEd FAFSA District Authorizer Research
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT


Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

Authorizer Compliance Systems
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

District Board Authorizing
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7175589961
Speakers
avatar for Alex Medler

Alex Medler

Founder and Executive Director, NN4DA
district board authorizing
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

Our Charter Costs What
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7175589961
Speakers
avatar for Tim Scottberg

Tim Scottberg

Associate Director, WRCCS
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 →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

Authorizing Panel
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

DPI Proposed Statutory Package for Charter Schools
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7175589961
Speakers
avatar for Alex Roberson

Alex Roberson

School Administration Consultant, DPI
Alexander Burke Roberson is a school administration consultant with the Bureau of Education Options at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where he provides guidance on issues related to establishing independent charter schools as Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and provide... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

The role of the school district board - and relationship to gov boards - balancing autonomy and accountability - best practices
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
https://cesa9-org.zoom.us/j/7288685261
Speakers
avatar for Dan Lathrop

Dan Lathrop

Associate Director, WRCCS

Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:50am CDT

Wrap Up and Thank You!
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:50am - 12:00pm CDT
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.

**Slides Link**
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:50am - 12:00pm CDT
  Required

12:00pm CDT

1:1 Networking with WRCCS Team & Consultants
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
**Slides Link**
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Speakers
avatar for Tim Scottberg

Tim Scottberg

Associate Director, WRCCS
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 →
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
avatar for Dan Lathrop

Dan Lathrop

Associate Director, WRCCS

Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
  General Session / ALL

12:30pm CDT

DPI SSACCS Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
This session is an annual meeting of a pre-determined DPI council. Public is welcome to observe. The meeting can be accessed here:
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
  DPI Meetings
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

8:30am CDT

Welcome to the WRCCS Annual Conference! (Day 2)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 8:50am CDT
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 2026 Annual WRCCS Conference!

**Slides link**
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:30am - 8:50am CDT
  Required

9:00am CDT

Community Engagement
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

9:00am CDT

Ensuring Excellence: Online Learning, Accreditation, and the New NSQ Standards
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
More details coming soon!


Speakers
avatar for Sami Mantyla

Sami Mantyla

Executive Director of the Wisconsin eSchool Network, Wisconsin eSchool Network


avatar for Jenny Seymour

Jenny Seymour

Executive Director of Wisconsin Virtual School, WVS (CESA 9)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

9:00am CDT

Get the WHOLE Team Up the Mountain!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
At the core of every team’s challenge, or success, is something very human.  Are you the leader who will get your whole team up the mountain?  Effective leaders have a keen awareness and deep appreciation for how to positively influence human behavior.  This session is all about asking yourself the right questions.  We explore the three essential elements needed to support...
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Speakers
avatar for Nick Pretasky

Nick Pretasky

Founder, Listener, and Coach, 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 →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

9:00am CDT

Immersive Project Based Learning Experience
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
https://cesa9-org.zoom.us/j/7288685261
Speakers
avatar for Dan Lathrop

Dan Lathrop

Associate Director, WRCCS

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

9:00am CDT

Understanding Your Charter Contract
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

Accessibility in Action: See It. Fix It. Use It.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
In this interactive session, participants will explore common accessibility barriers found in everyday digital classroom materials and learn practical, low-effort strategies to address them. Using real examples, we will “see” inaccessible content, “fix” it together in real time, and leave with reusable resources and workflows to support ongoing accessibility improvements. The session also...
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Speakers
avatar for Larissa Zompolas

Larissa Zompolas

Special Populations Associate Director of Wisconsin Virtual School, CESA 9 - Wisconsin Virtual School
Larissa Zompolas is the Associate Director Special Populations for Wisconsin Virtual School at CESA 9. She earned a Masters degree from Concordia University in Educational Leadership. She is a graduate of public school system in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, and the University of Wisconsin... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

Best Practices for Governance Boards
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

Cultivating High Quality Student Work
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
https://cesa9-org.zoom.us/j/7288685261
Speakers
avatar for Dan Lathrop

Dan Lathrop

Associate Director, WRCCS

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

First through Third Year Charter Leadership
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Speakers
avatar for Amy Junge

Amy Junge

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 →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

10:00am CDT

Planning and Implementing a Montessori School
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Planning and Implementing a Montessori SchoolWisconsin Montessori Association Presenters: Phillip Dosmann, M. S, ED. Leadership, Retired MPS Montessori Principal, WMA Coaching Coordinator and Board Treasurer, Caroline Robbins, Ed.D.,Vice President, Wisconsin Montessori AssociationThis session will outline the key steps involved in applying for a Wisconsin charter school grant, including developing...
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Speakers
avatar for Caroline Robbins

Caroline Robbins

Assistant Principal at Maryland Avenue Montessori in Milwaukee Public Schools, Milwaukee Public Schools
Dr. Caroline Robbins is a Montessori administrator in Milwaukee Public Schools, adult education instructor, and researcher. She has also worked as a bilingual guide, admissions director, and family liaison in both public and private Montessori communities.
PD

Phillip Dosmann

M. S, ED. Leadership, Retired MPS Montessori Principal, WMA

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

Charter Design - A Year of Planning in 50 Minutes
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

Charter Schools Still Have To Do...
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Speakers
avatar for Liz Sanger-Kukkan

Liz Sanger-Kukkan

Associate Director of Continuous School Improvement, CESA 9
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

Educator Effectiveness
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7175589961
Speakers
avatar for Lili Calawerts

Lili Calawerts

Head of School, New Leaf Academy

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

Palmyra Eagle Montessori School Session
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:00am CDT

The State of Education in Milwaukee
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/7154531078
Speakers
CM

Colleston Morgan

Executive Director, City Forward Collective
CC

Chelsea Cross

City Forward Collective
AT

Anne Tondrowski

City Forward Collective
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
  General Session / ALL

11:50am CDT

Wrap Up and Thank You!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:50am - 12:00pm CDT
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.

**Slides Link**
https://zoom.us/j/7154531078



Speakers
avatar for Tim Scottberg

Tim Scottberg

Associate Director, WRCCS
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 →
avatar for Sarah Hackett

Sarah Hackett

Director, WRCCS
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 →
avatar for Dan Lathrop

Dan Lathrop

Associate Director, WRCCS

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:50am - 12:00pm CDT
  Required

12:00pm CDT

1:1 Networking with WRCCS Team & Consultants
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
**Slides Link**
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
  General Session / ALL

12:00pm CDT

DPI Subgrantee Cohort Mandatory Reporting Session
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
This session is required for at least one representative from all Wisconsin Charter Schools Program Subgrantee schools. The presentation slides can be found here:
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
  DPI Meetings
 
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