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Tuesday, June 16
 

9:15am CDT

High Quality Accountability from Your Charters through Epicenter (NCSI)
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:15am - 10:30am CDT
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Heather Wendling

Vice President of Professional Services, National Charter Schools Institute (NCSI)
Tuesday June 16, 2026 9:15am - 10:30am CDT
  Authorizer

10:45am CDT

Strategic Planning as an Authorizer
Tuesday June 16, 2026 10:45am - 12:00pm CDT
The partnership between Authorizer and Charter School hinges on clear communication and shared goals. One way to capture this is through an effective strategic plan. Attend this session to learn about how one district authorizer partnered with WRCCS and the charter school Governance Council to develop a continuous improvement plan that is a beacon for charter school growth. We will explain our process and you will hear from three perspectives: the district superintendent, the district business manager, and the director of the charter school. We will also highlight the structures we have put in place for accountability and support. This fast-paced session will include opportunities for networking and collaborating with others who are in the process of developing a strategic plan.

Speakers
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Liz Freeman

Superintendent, Cedar Grove-Belgium School District

Tuesday June 16, 2026 10:45am - 12:00pm CDT
  Authorizer

12:00pm CDT

Lunch Breakout - Authorizer
Tuesday June 16, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Tuesday June 16, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
  Authorizer

1:00pm CDT

Authorizing as a Solution for Your Community Needs
Tuesday June 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
Charter school authorizing is a powerful tool for responding to local educational gaps and delivering innovative, high-quality public school options tailored to the unique needs of students and families in your community.
In this session, WRCCS Director Sarah Hackett will explore how authorizers can position themselves as proactive problem solvers of issues facing the community. Topics will include:
  • Assessing local demographic trends and educational needs to inform charter development and approval
  • Incorporating community engagement and stakeholder input throughout the process - from new school approval to ongoing oversight and renewal
  • Balancing innovation and accountability to ensure that schools effectively meet the needs of the community
Speakers
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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 June 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
  Authorizer

1:00pm CDT

How to Navigate Corrective Actions with Your Schools
Tuesday June 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
Key responsibilities of charter school authorizers include upholding high standards of academic performance, legal compliance, and fiscal responsibility. When charter schools do not meet standards in any of these areas, implementing corrective actions is essential to promote student achievement, maintain the trust of families and the community, and foster school improvement without immediately resorting to revocation of the charter.

In this session, participants will learn best practices and practical strategies for implementing corrective actions and navigating the complex process of guiding schools into compliance. Topics will include:- Developing and utilizing systems to monitor school performance and compliance- Using and implementing systems such as Epicenter to ensure required elements are submitted by the charter.- Creating clear and fair corrective action plans in collaboration with governance boards and school leaders- Communicating clearly and transparently with all relevant stakeholders throughout the corrective action process
Speakers
avatar for Adrienne Woods

Adrienne Woods

Director, UW-Milwaukee
I've been an educator for 32 years working as a high school English teacher, school counselor and district-level administrator. I worked closely with charter schools for about 17 years and led charter offices for the last 13 years. I have knowledge and experience with instrumentality... Read More →
Tuesday June 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
  Authorizer
 
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