Wisconsin Charter School Summit 2026

NOTE: This is a double session and spans two presentation time slots. If you sign up for this session, you will be unable to attend a different presentation at the 10:45 time slot. 

Move from your school’s purpose and mission to execution by transforming your school’s innovation into a clear, actionable playbook. In this practice, hands-on workshop, your team will build a shared understanding of the essential components of a school playbook and how it drives consistency, clarity, and impact across your organization.
In this extended session, your team will begin building the structure of a school playbook grounded in your purpose and mission. You’ll engage in a practical, step-by-step process to define your innovation by developing clear, aligned practice profiles. These profiles will articulate what success looks like for a key design essential of your charter school, creating a shared understanding and setting the foundation for consistent, high-quality implementation across your school.
Bring your full team and start the work now. You’ll leave with tangible progress, early drafts, and a strong foundation for documenting, refining, and scaling your innovation.

This two-session block is designed to provide a step-by-step guide to designing your own school playbook, with examples, templates, and individualized support to help you get started on the right path.

To cultivate a truly innovative school environment, five key structures must be intentionally developed and sustained. Proficiency ensures that learning is focused on mastery rather than time, allowing students to progress based on demonstrated understanding. GLEAM supports Grade Level, Engaging, Affirming, and Meaningful interdisciplinary, real-world learning experiences that engage students in critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. Academic Universal Design emphasizes inclusive instructional practices, ensuring all learners have equitable access to rigorous content through flexible methods and supports for every student. RISE and SHINE  builds a positive school culture by prioritizing relationships, student voice, and a strong sense of belonging. Finally, Hard Conversations and Partnerships foster trust and growth by encouraging open dialogue among staff, students, families, and the broader community. Together, these five structures create a cohesive framework that empowers schools to adapt, innovate, and meet the diverse needs of all learners.