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05/12/2026

💚May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

A reminder that your wellbeing matters just as much as your work, responsibilities, and daily commitments. 💚

Taking care of your mental health is important, and even small moments of rest, connection, and self-care can make a difference. To help highlight the importance of wellbeing, here at CESA 9, Madeline Conrad created a short video focused on mental health, self-care, and supporting one another.

We encourage you to take a few moments to watch, reflect, and remember: you are important, and your wellbeing matters.

Hello, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we often focus on resources and strategies for students. Yet, the most important way to support our students and colleagues is by prioritizing our own wellbeing. Parents often write our students permission slips to miss school, go on field trips, ...

05/11/2026

📊 Strengthen Your Math Instruction from the Ground Up! 📊

Join us for Add+Vantage Math Recovery (AVMR) Course 1 and build powerful strategies to support early number sense and student understanding.

🗓️ August 3, 6, 10 & 12, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 CESA 9

Perfect for elementary educators and math leaders ready to make a real impact in student learning!

👉 Register here 👇
https://cesa9.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cesa9/event.jsp?event=1811&

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

From all of us at CESA 9, we celebrate and honor the incredible mothers in our community. Your love, strength, and dedication make a difference every single day in the lives of those around you.

Wishing you a beautiful day filled with appreciation and joy. 💙

05/07/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Project SEARCH Wausau Class of 2026! 🎉

On Tuesday at Aspirus, we had the honor of celebrating an incredible group of graduates whose journey to this milestone has been nothing short of inspiring.

Each student has shown true dedication, perseverance, and a strong commitment to learning and personal growth. Throughout their time in Project SEARCH, they demonstrated resilience, compassion, and determination every step of the way.

Their achievements are well-earned, and their futures are filled with promise. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and can’t wait to see the paths they continue to forge.

👏 Congratulations, Class of 2026, your futures are full of promise!

05/06/2026

💙🩺 Happy School Nurse Day!

Today, CESA 9 proudly recognizes the dedicated school nurses across our 22 districts who care for the health and well-being of students every single day.

From supporting student health needs to responding to emergencies and promoting wellness, your compassion and expertise make a lasting difference in our schools. You are truly essential to student success!

Join us in thanking the amazing school nurses who go above and beyond for our students and staff each day 👏

05/06/2026

⛳Dick Lind Memorial golf Scramble ⛳

Join us for the 3rd Annual Dick Lind Memorial Golf Scramble!
Dick was a lifelong educator in the Mosinee School District and, during his retirement, an integral part of our Excellence in Teaching Program Team! Sadly, he passed away in May of 2022. His family knew that ETP was near and dear to him, so a scholarship fund for ETP students was established in his name. All proceeds from the golf outing will support this scholarship fund.

All abilities welcome! Don't golf!? Join us for co****le, putting games, raffles, giveaways, and lunch!

Contact [email protected] if you have any questions!
👉 Register here:https://form.jotform.com/240285732194054

Hope to see you in July! 🏌️🏆

05/05/2026

Wisconsin’s Youth Apprenticeship program continues to grow, and we’re proud to be part of this work through our partnership with YA. According to a recent BizTimes article ( https://biztimes.com/youth-apprenticeship-enrollment-in-wisconsin-once-again-hits-record-high/), the program continues to reach record-breaking enrollment across the state.
For the 2025–26 school year, a record 12,141 students are participating statewide, a 7% increase from last year along with over 8,100 employers helping students gain real-world experience.

Youth Apprenticeship gives high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn while they learn, combining hands-on work experience with classroom instruction in fields like health science, manufacturing, marketing, and more.
👏 Shoutout to our CESA 9 school districts offering Youth Apprenticeship programs:
Crandon, Elcho, Lakeland Union High School, Laona, Northland Pines, Phelps, Rhinelander, Three Lakes, and Tomahawk High Schools.
👏 A special thank you to Miranda Ritger and Amanda Roberts for the work they do behind the scenes to support Youth Apprenticeship at CESA 9!
At CESA 9, we’re proud to support opportunities that help students explore career pathways, build valuable skills, and prepare for their futures.

📌 Want to learn more? Visit our website or contact Miranda Ritger at [email protected]

Website 👉 https://www.cesa9.org/programs/school-improvement/YA.cfm

05/04/2026

🍎✨ Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week! (May 4–8)

At CESA 9, we celebrate the incredible educators across our 22 districts who inspire, support, and empower students every single day 💙

Your dedication, creativity, and passion make a lasting impact in classrooms and communities. Thank you for going above and beyond to help every learner succeed!

Join us this week in showing appreciation for the amazing teachers who make a difference 👏

05/02/2026

🥪🍎 Happy School Lunch Hero Day!

Today, May 2, we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our students nourished and ready to learn each and every day 💙

From early mornings to busy lunch lines, school nutrition professionals go above and beyond to serve healthy meals with care and kindness. Their hard work does not go unnoticed!

Join us in saying THANK YOU to the School Lunch Heroes in your district 👏

05/01/2026

🍎✨ Happy National Principals Day!

Today, CESA 9 proudly celebrates the incredible principals across our region who lead with vision, dedication, and heart.

Thank you for creating positive school cultures, supporting staff, and inspiring students every day. Your leadership makes a lasting impact in our schools and communities.

We are grateful for the impact you make each day in supporting student success across the 22 districts we serve 💙

05/01/2026

Shoutout to Kate Totch, Associate Director of Special Education Services at CESA 9, for an outstanding presentation yesterday at the Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Services (WCASS) conference!

Kate, along side Kristy Erickson (Associate Director of Student Services at CESA 8 ), presented on Explicit Instruction: Moving Specially Designed Instruction Forward, helping participants build a shared understanding of explicit instruction as a strategy to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Her session highlighted how explicit instruction can be effectively aligned within existing district structures and routines to strengthen and enhance SDI in meaningful, practical ways.

Kate absolutely rocked it and represented CESA 9 so well. Proud of the work she’s doing to support educators and, most importantly, students. 👏