ART COLLABORATIVE TEAM
CESA 10
Teleconference Room
9:00am - 3:00pm
September 24th, 2025
January 28th, 2026
April 29th, 2026
Our CESA 10 Art Educator Collaborative team meets throughout the year to focus on the craft of teaching art. We will engage in professional learning and experience presentations from various community artists and/or art professionals, possible field trips to art relevant establishments, and share successful classroom instructional units/projects with each other. Join us for the 25-26 school year!
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
● Participants will create and establish professional relationships with other educators in their field.
● Participants will contribute and consider the contributions of others to the collaborative team.
● Participants will reflect on teaching practices and integrate new ideas and approaches to foster continuous professional growth in art education.
BEHAVIOR SUPPORT NETWORK
Behavior instruction and support is an area of education that is often addressed, but seldom talked about at a system or practice level. Behavior is also perceived as “getting worse” yet can be exacerbated by how adults respond to behaviors. This network is intended to help normalize conversations and evidence based supports from prevention to consistent responses, share the most recent research and resources, and provide those who routinely address or work with behavior a chance to share ideas and network with others in a similar role, while centering the student in how we operate.
LS1a Members: Free!
Non-Members:
$1350/district; $75/additional person
Learning Outcomes:
CESA 10 Conference Room D 12:00pm - 3:00pm
December 15th, 2025 February 10th, 2026 April 27th, 2026
● Learn and explore emerging trends of research.
● Share approaches and gain support ideas for staff.
● Examine how to build staff capacity regarding behavior instruction and support on an ongoing basis.
Questions? Contact Us! REGISTER HERE
Milaney Leverson
WiMLSS Coach
Consultant
715.720.2037
mleverson@cesa10.org
Kent Smith WiMLSS Coach CORE Consultant
715.720.2043
ksmith@cesa10.org
DAC NETWORK
CESA 10 District Assessment Coordinators meet regularly to learn together regarding WI state standardized assessment administration. Join us in taking time to collaborate around the different WI state assessments.
Learning Objectives:
● Participants will understand the logistics of WI standardized assessments.
● Participants will collaborate and build relationships with other CESA 10 DACs.
Dates & Times:
School Improvement Consortium (LS1a) Members: Free!
Non-Members: $750/district $75/additional person
September 16th | 9am - 10am New DACs | 10am - 12pm All DACs
9am - 11am | October 21st, November 18th, December 16th, January 20th, February 17th, & March 17th (optional)
Questions? Contact Us! REGISTER
Brianna Smit
715.720.2039
bsmit@cesa10.org
ELEMENTARY SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES NETWORK
Join fellow elementary educators for a collaborative network focused on enhancing science and social studies instruction! This professional learning opportunity includes one in-person kickoff meeting followed by three virtual after-school sessions throughout the year. Together we will:
● Share best practices for engaging, standards-aligned instruction
● Explore ways to integrate science and social studies into literacy and math blocks
● Collaborate with peers to spark new ideas and practical strategies for your classroom
Whether you’re looking to elevate inquiry-based learning, align to cross-curricular goals, or simply connect with other passionate educators, this network is for you!
School Improvement
Consortium (LS1a)
Members: Free!
Non-Members:
$440/district
$25/additional person
Questions? Contact Us!
Wendy Nelson
Data & Accountability Support
Teacher Licensing Support
Science & Social Studies Support
715.720.2031
wnelson@cesa10.org
REGISTER HERE
Audience
G&T Coordinators
C&I Directors
DATES & TIMES
Virtual 9:00am - 11:00am
October 9th, 2025
January 8th, 2026
April 9th, 2026
GIFTED & TALENTED NETWORK
LS1a Members: Free!
LS1a Non-Members: $160/person
Join our Gifted and Talented (GT) Coordinators Network to connect with peers and explore best practices in gifted education. This network provides a collaborative space for you to learn, share ideas, and enhance your school’s GT programming. We will focus on innovative strategies to identify and support gifted learners in your district. An exciting component of this network is the opportunity to participate in CESA 10 student events. These events are specifically designed to challenge and engage students gifted in STEM and leadership, providing them with unique, enriching experiences outside the classroom. Come be a part of this network and help us foster a community dedicated to serving the needs of our brightest students.
LEADERS NETWORK
LS1a Members: Free!
LS1a Non-Members:
This network will bring space for updates, networking, and integration on topics centered around systems, leadership and high-impact instructional strategies in literacy. We will continue to focus on these areas as we work on literacy plans, as well as the integration of Act 20 components.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
$2,200/district; $100/additional person Megan Elmhorst ELA & Literacy Support Federal Funding Support 715.720.2068 melmhorst@cesa10.org
● To provide support for best practice in literacy.
● To provide a collaborative network.
● To provide Act 20 updates.
715.720.2048
jfisk@cesa10.org
MATH EDUCATOR NETWORK
This network will bring math educators and leaders from across the CESA 10 region together to collaborate on the teaching and learning of mathematics in our classrooms. Some of our learning will be around the book, 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Math Discussions, by Margaret S. Smith and Mary Kay Stein. Time will be devoted during each session to network and collaborate with other math educators.
Dates
& Times:
9:00am - 3:00pm
October 28th, 2025
January 29th, 2026
April 23rd, 2026
Location:
CESA 10 Conference Center
Learning Objectives:
School Improvement Consortia (LS1a) Members*: Free!
Non-Members: $1,200/district; $75/additional person
● Collaborate with other math educators and leaders around practices in mathematics instruction.
● Engage in the study of how to create equitable learning environments that support the mathematics learning of all students.
● Stay current with local, state and national mathematics news and updates.
*School Improvement Consortia (LS1a) Members: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls, Colby, Eau Claire, Flambeau, Gilman, Gilmanton, Granton, Greenwood, Ladysmith, Lake Holcombe, Loyal, Mondovi, Neillsville, New Auburn, Owen-Withee, Spencer, & Thorp.
MUSIC COLLABORATIVE TEAM
If you’ve ever wanted–or needed–to connect with other music educators from around the area, here is an excellent opportunity for you! The CESA 10 Music Collaborative Team aims to bring music teachers together to discuss current trends and issues in our schools and in music education.
Learning Outcomes:
● Participants will create and establish professional relationships with other educators in their field.
● Participants will contribute and consider the contribution of others to the collaborative team.
● Participants will create a common goal with other participants for the collaborative team.
Topics of Focus
Recruitment & retention
Repertoire selection
New instructional strategies
Curriculum development
Scheduling
SLO ideas
Providing new experiences for your students
Kirsten Wagner Math Support
LS1a Members: Free!
Non-Members: $825/district $75/additional person
9:00am - 3:00pm
October 23rd, 2025
January 28th, 2026
April 29th, 2026
LS1a Members: Free!
Non-Members:
$1,800/district plus $100/add. people
CESA 10 Conference Room D
9:00am - 1:00pm
September 24th, 2025
November 13th/14th, 2025
February 4th/5th, 2026
April 8th, 2026
PRINCIPALS NETWORK
Welcome all principals to learn and collaborate to grow expert learners across CESA 10 classrooms, schools, districts, families, and communities. Connect with building and district leaders in our region to build on your leadership skills while constructing knowledge of state, federal, and local education issues. The agendas are set based on feedback from participants and always include timely updates and collaboration. On months we are not meeting in person, we will meet virtually.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
● Seasonal meetings provide collaboration around timely issues in our fields that launch with a round table sharing of “in box” scenarios.
● Leaders will learn and share how they are growing their teams as expert learners.
● Outside speakers will be invited to share experiences and resources.
● Resources for leading professional learning, evaluation, family engagement, and mental health will be woven into our collaborative time.
June 9th, 2026 Kim Hill Educator Effectiveness
Questions? Contact Us!
715.720.2045 atraynor@cesa10.org
715.720.2049 khill@cesa10.org
SCIENCE EDUCATOR NETWORK
Ambitious Science Teaching
DATES & TIMES
Virtual | 4pm - 5pm
November 6th, 2025
December 4th, 2025
January 8th, 2026
February 5th, 2026
March 5th, 2026
CESA 10 Room D | 9am - 3pm
April 7th, 2026
Virtual Book Study Breakdown:
● Laying the Foundation
● Planning for Engagement
● Supporting Student Thinking
● Pressing for Evidence & Exploration
● Sustaining the Work
Join us for a year-long professional learning series centered on the book Ambitious ScienceTeachingby Windschitl, Thompson, and Braaten. This series will provide teachers with the tools, strategies, and collaborative structures to design and facilitate science learning that deeply engages students in sensemaking and equitable participation.
One-day In-person Event:
● Deep-dive into designing storyline units.
● Collaborative practice with classroom tools and discussion routines.
● Reflection and planning for continued implementation.
DATES & TIMES
October 21st, 2025
9:00am - 3:00pm | CESA 10 Conference Room D
January 29th, 2026
4:00pm - 5:00pm | Virtual April 21st, 2026
9:00am - 3:00pm | CESA 10 Conference Room D
SOCIAL STUDIES NETWORK
To promote the learning of all five areas of social studies, this network will bring educators from across the CESA 10 region together to collaborate on the teaching and learning of social studies in our classrooms.
Emilee McHorney, a former ECASD Social Studies Teacher now with the Jack Miller Center, will join us in the morning to discuss Primary Source Analysis, QFT from the Right Question Institute, and America 250. Time will be devoted during each session to network and collaborate with other social studies educators.
9:00am - 3:00pm
October 23rd, 2025
December 9th, 2025
February 26th, 2026
May 7th, 2026
School Improvement
Consortium (LS1a)
Members: Free!
Non-Members:
$1,400/district
$100/additional person
TEACHING & LEARNING NETWORK
Are you a director of Curriculum or Instructional Leader looking to deepen instructional practices and build a professional network? Join a regional learning community designed to support your work and spark meaningful change in your district. This collaborative group will meet throughout the year to engage in rich discussions, share effective practices, and explore how to lead and support high-impact instruction. Each session will focus on practical strategies for advancing formative assessment and instructional leadership, with time for collaboration and reflection among peers.
Let’s grow together through learning, leadership, and shared expertise.
Questions? Contact Us!
Wendy Nelson
wnelson@cesa10.org
TITLE III NETWORK MEETINGS
All school districts need to have a Title III coordinator. The network meetings will ensure districts are aware of Title III compliance and best practices for English Learner students.
Learning Outcomes:
● Participants will understand compliance requirements for Title III.
● Participants will engage in professional conversations around topics of: engagement, instruction, and assessment.
● Participants will become trained in administering the WIDA screener and ACCESS assessment.
Dates & Times:
9:00am - 3:00pm
September 12th, 2025
November 20th, 2025
April 30th, 2026
Location:
CESA 10 Conference Center
Questions? Contact Us! REGISTER HERE
Brianna Smit
DAC Support
Title III Support
715.720.2039
bsmit@cesa10.org
Title III Consortia Non-Members:
$1,200/person for the series
DATES & TIMES:
In-person
9:00am - 2:30pm
November 4th, 2025
May 13th, 2026
Virtual 4:00pm - 5:00pm
November 19th, 2025
December 10th, 2025
January 14th, 2026
February 18th, 2026
April 15th, 2026
Join our professional learning network and help build a more inclusive and accessible learning environment.
This group will explore Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a set of evidence-based instructional strategies that help you meet the diverse needs of every learner. We’ll show you how to remove barriers to learning and provide Eva
students with multiple ways to access content, express what they know, and stay engaged. Our year-long experience includes two in-person sessions–one in October and one in May–with one-hour monthly virtual meetings for ongoing collaboration. This opportunity is open to all teachers who want to help create a more equitable education for all students.
LS1a Members: Free! Non-Members: $550/person
Questions? Contact Us! REGISTER HERE
Wendy Nelson Data & Accountability Consultant
wnelson@cesa10.org 715.720.2031
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