Sweet rewards for sweet shots! 🍰
This month, take a photo of a CESA 8 employee in action, submit it to us for use on social media, & you will be entered to win an OJ’s pie and shirt.
It’s that easy: Snap. Scan. Submit.
Details: https://www.cesa8.k12.wi.us/article/2392100
Submission link: https://tinyurl.com/r75azp9c
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Picture for a Pie graphic
Great teaching starts with great training! CESA 8’s Language & Literacy Academy provides educators with the knowledge and strategies to deliver top-tier literacy instruction to all students. 🌟📖Thanks to all our participants!
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Language & Literacy Academy group work
We appreciate Marinette Superintendent Corry Lambie for sharing his knowledge on crisis communications at our October PAC meeting. Thank you for helping districts prepare, respond, and lead with confidence. #Leadership #CESA8
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Corry Lambie speaking to superintendents at CESA 8.
Purpose is more than what we do. It’s why we do it. For the learners. For the leaders. For the future.
#PeopleWithPurpose
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Bobbi Jo Boomsma graphic
🍽️ Healthy meals = healthy minds. During National School Lunch Week (Oct. 13–17), we thank the school nutrition professionals who serve up care, energy & success to students daily. #SchoolLunchWeek #CESA8
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
School Lunch Week graphic
We're thrilled to announce that CESA 8 is officially an EDSAFE AI Alliance Policy Lab Selectee! This represents a significant step forward in ensuring that we integrate AI into our education system in a responsible and thoughtful manner. We'll be collaborating with other leading states and districts to create best practices and guidance that prioritize safety, accountability, fairness, transparency, and efficacy of these tools. Stay tuned for updates on our journey! 🚀https://www.cesa8.k12.wi.us/article/2453506
#EducationInnovation #AIforGood #StudentSuccess #ProudMoment #EDSAFEAI
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
CESA 8 EdSAFE AI graphic
Is there a teacher in your life who always goes above and beyond? Show them love by nominating them for a 2026 Teacher Fellowship Award! 🏆
Students, parents, fellow educators, or community members can submit nominations. Get started: www.kohleducation.org/teacherfellowship
#KohlEducation
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
2026 Teacher Fellowship Award graphic
As we close out Wisconsin School Board Week, we extend heartfelt thanks to the CESA 8 Board of Control—committed leaders who make a lasting impact on students, schools, and communities every day. 🙌 #ThankYou #CESA8 #LeadershipInAction
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Board of Control members posing for a picture.
🌟 “When educators grow, students thrive.”
Our recent UFLI Foundations training, facilitated by Crystal Beaman, helped teachers strengthen literacy instruction with proven, research-based strategies. The result? More confident readers tomorrow.
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Crystal b Beaman leads a workshop at CESA 8.
🌟 Advocacy matters! CESA 8’s Lisa Misco, past WCASS President, shared important updates at the WCASS Membership Meeting, ensuring schools and students have a strong voice at the state level.
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Lisa Misco speaking on a stage.
A huge shoutout to Oconto Falls for an amazing Homecoming celebration! 🎉 CESA 8’s Dean Leisgang was honored to attend the assembly and witness the unbeatable Panther pride in action.
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
A full gym for Oconto Falls homecoming.
Oconto Falls band plays their school song.
A full gym for Oconto Falls homecoming.
🚀 Our Regional Career Pathway Workshop proved to be an engaging event focused on connecting classrooms to careers. Special thanks to presenters Brooke Holbrook & Valerie Brooks for guiding the conversations!
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Brooke Holbrook presenting at a workshop.
Small group discussion at CESA 8 workshop.
Purpose is not a job description. It’s a calling to lift up learners and those who guide them.
#PeopleWithPurpose
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Jessica Yencheske graphic
📚 Behind every great teacher is support, guidance & encouragement from an instructional coach. On National Instructional Coach Appreciation Day, we honor their impact on classrooms & communities!
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
National Instructional Coach Appreciation Day graphic

🎉 It’s Wisconsin School Board Week! Oct. 5th–11th, we celebrate the dedicated leaders who guide our schools, support students, and strengthen our communities. Thank you, school board members! 💙

10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
School Board Week Graphic
🌟 Great teachers ignite curiosity, build confidence & inspire dreams. Today on World Teachers’ Day, we recognize their incredible contributions to education & our communities. #WorldTeachersDay
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
World Teacher's Day graphic
Help us celebrate excellence in education!
Nominate an exceptional teacher for the 2026 Teacher Fellowship Award and shine a spotlight on their incredible work. 🌟
Learn more and submit your nomination: www.kohleducation.org/teacherfellowship/
#KohlEducation
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
2026 Teacher Fellowship Award graphic

🔍 Dive into the UFLI Foundations program with CESA 8! Learn how explicit, systematic phonics instruction aligns with the Science of Reading. Hands-on practice, proven strategies, real impact.

10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
UFLI Foundations Graphic
Starting strong matters. 🚀 CESA 8’s Teacher Induction Training helps early-career educators gain the skills, mentorship, & support networks they need to succeed in the classroom.
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Teacher Induction Training session with a large group at CESA 8.
🧹✨ Today we celebrate National Custodian Day! Thank you to the dedicated custodians who keep our schools safe, clean & welcoming for students and staff every day. #ThankACustodian
10 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Custodian Appreciation Day