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Upcoming Lunch & Learns
Building Better Brains; Science of Reading
Don’t miss out on our upcoming Lunch & Learn webinars. See descriptions from the presenters below:
April 24: Building Better Brains Through Understanding and Connection
Session information from CESA 6: In this Lunch & Learn webinar, participants will learn to identify the states of the brain and how both adverse and positive experiences impact its development. Educators hold the power to increase resiliency and protect against risk for mental and physical illness through supportive and connected relationships. Join K-12 education experts from CESA 6 for an opportunity that will build your capacity to serve your school community. Register now!
May 1: Where the Science of Learning Meets the Science of Reading
Session information from Collaborative Classroom: While the science of reading tells us what is essential for building a reader, the science of learning tells us the conditions that are necessary for learning to thrive and to last. Participants will learn about the evidence base for the science of learning and connecting those principles to the components of the Reading Rope. Grounded in professional readings and discussions as well as lesson and video analysis, join experts from Collaborative Classroom to learn more about how combining the science of learning with the science of reading has the potential to meet the needs of the whole child and support the development of independent learners. Save your seat!
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April 24: Building Better Brains Through Understanding and Connection
Session information from CESA 6: In this Lunch & Learn webinar, participants will learn to identify the states of the brain and how both adverse and positive experiences impact its development. Educators hold the power to increase resiliency and protect against risk for mental and physical illness through supportive and connected relationships. Join K-12 education experts from CESA 6 for an opportunity that will build your capacity to serve your school community. Register now!
May 1: Where the Science of Learning Meets the Science of Reading
Session information from Collaborative Classroom: While the science of reading tells us what is essential for building a reader, the science of learning tells us the conditions that are necessary for learning to thrive and to last. Participants will learn about the evidence base for the science of learning and connecting those principles to the components of the Reading Rope. Grounded in professional readings and discussions as well as lesson and video analysis, join experts from Collaborative Classroom to learn more about how combining the science of learning with the science of reading has the potential to meet the needs of the whole child and support the development of independent learners. Save your seat!
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WCRIS’ Legislative Lift For Our Members
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In this long-lasting legislative session, WCRIS took action on and closely monitored nearly 50 bills that would impact private K-12 education. As usual, the 2023-25 session was unpredictable and fast-paced as 1,229 bills were introduced in the Assembly and 1,113 in the Senate. Out of those, only around 350 of them made it to the [...]
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Job Opening: Head of School at Ozaukee Christian School
April 18, 2024
WCRIS member Ozaukee Christian School is hiring! See an excerpt of the job posting below: Ozaukee Christian School is looking for a full-time Head of School (HOS). The ideal candidate should have a deep personal faith in Jesus Christ and be committed to upholding Christian values and principles in all aspects of the school’s mission and operations. [...]
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Keeping Your School Safe
April 18, 2024
The senseless attack at Columbine High School occurred 25 years ago this week, taking the lives of 12 students and one staff member. WCRIS urges you to remain vigilant. Experts warn that it’s common for individuals planning an attack to research previous violent events. The Wisconsin Department of Justice Office of School Safety (OSS) shared this [...]
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We support policies that align with our core beliefs:
- All children have the right to quality, affordable education.
- Economic status should not determine whether a child receives a quality education.
- Our educational system must be designed to facilitate the growth of quality educational institutions, both public and private.
