| Watch for the Super Teacher logo which indicates sessions that would appeal to individuals who are new to
Middle Level Education and those looking for a refresher on current
best practices surrounding the key elements of high-quality middle
level education.
Suggested sessions for new teachers here.
Tell me more about Super Teacher.
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Welcome to Wisconsin Association for Middle Level Education, Inc.
Plan to join us October 8 & 9, 2009 for our 26th Annual Conference . . .
American Idols -- Spotlighting our Middle Level Stars!
Below you will find links to all your conference needs! Feel free to contact the WAMLE Office at (608) 846-0618 or wamle@centurytel.net with any questions!
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| Dr. Martha Burns |
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WAMLE is pleased to welcome Dr. Martha Burns as our keynote!
Idol-wise: the ins and outs of the
adolescent brain
Adolescence is a time of substantial
change: from brain biology to behavior. These changes are usually
beneficial: preparing the emerging adult for the
personal and vocational challenges ahead. But adolescents are also vulnerable.
What do we know about the strengths and vulnerabilities of the human brain
during adolescence? How can educators capitalize on the strengths to build a
class of superstars— maximizing the potential of each middle-school student to
find their niche and star in their own universe? Two keynote presentations will summarize the
current brain research devoted to answering these
questions.
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Conference Links
Program - Learning Lab descriptors for Thursday, October 8, 2009 available here.
Program - Sectional descriptors for Friday, October 9, 2009 available here.
Conference write-on registration form.
Credit at conference - Contact Dr. Robert Richardson for information.
Exhibitor information and application form.
Wisconsin Educator Standards available here.
Mention the WAMLE Conference when making your reservation at Chula Vista Resort.
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Read a greeting for Wisconsin middle level educators from
Wisconsin's first lady, Jessica Doyle. Click here!
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| Merton Intermediate School Staff, October 2008 |
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Merton Intermediate School realized the potential of exceptional staff development that the WAMLE conference offers schools and their staffs. Here is what they had to say about bringing their entire staff to the conference...
Merton Intermediate School staff attended the WAMLE conference on October 9th and 10th, 2008. We were fortunate to attend on WAMLE’s 25th anniversary year. We attended many informative workshops on grading, collaboration, leadership, classroom management, science experiments, team building, and Smartboard. We left the conference feeling great PRIDE (Personal Responsibility In Daily Excellence), especially since we are fortunate to work in a great school district that values continued training and education. A special thank you to Mr. Posick, Mr. Flynn and all the students, staff, and volunteers who made this amazing experience possible.We are also grateful that this experience was partially funded by our REACH grant.
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Lodging at Chula Vista - Be sure to ask for the reduced WAMLE conference room rate!
Wisconsin Educator Standards
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| Jim Winter of Wavelength |
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| Handouts from the 2008 keynote session are now available!
Attendees at the 2008 conference were empowered with one of the most potent technologies
known to education -- the ability to use humor
effectively. Certified Laughter Leader, Jim Winter, shared the research and practices
that can enhance and enthuse any teacher's classroom and
collegial work.http://www.wavelength.biz
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Thank you to our WAMLE 2008 Conference Exhibitors!
WAMLE appreciates your strong support and we hope the schools
represented by WAMLE Conference attendees will use your services.
Compass Learning
Michael Geers
www.compasslearning.com
Compass
Learning is dedicated to facilitating student success by collaborating
with educators to deliver personalized learning experiences online.
Discovery World
RachelSchmeling
www.discoveryworld.org
Explore
the opportunities available for technology education at Discovery
World, a center connecting innovation, science, and technology.
EMC Publishing
Cyndi Knudson, Colleen McQuillan, Jon Eckblad
www.emcp.com
Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc.
Megan Williams
mwilliams@eb.com
Encyclopaedia
Britannica Inc. serves teachers, educators, librarians, and all ages of
students better than ever before. Stop by the booth for a free trial!
Herff Jones Photography Division
Judy Hill, Ann Noeldner, Lisa Dickenshied, Brad Stanek
www.herffjones.com/photo
Complete school photography products and services.
Holt McDougal
John Becwar
www.holtmcdougal.hmhco.com
Textbooks
Inter-State Studio & Publishing
John Shenk and Brentt Bodoh
www.inter-state.com
School photography, yearbooks, student planners.
Junior Great Books
Chris J. Sakelaris
www.greatbooks.com
Proven
to help students develop essential literacy skills: reading carefully,
thinking critically, listening intently and speaking and writing
persuasively. Junior Great Books, K-12 division of the non-profit
Great Books Foundation excels with teachers of all levels and provides
professional development for over 10,000 teachers a year.
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Lifetouch
Todd Febus and Jeff Cochard
www.lifetouch.com
School photography
Marian University
Sr. Donna Innes
www.marianuniversity.edu
Masters degrees and PhD degrees for educators.
Renaissance Learning
Julie Vetrone and Jackie Hamelink
www.renlearn.com
Computer-based assessment technology to help teachers differentiate instruction, personalize practice, and raise test scores.
Scholastic
Jon Dary
www.scholastic.com
Supplemental solutions for the classroom. Reading and math intervention solutions for K-12.
School Mate
Ryan Morris
www.schoolmate.com
Student planners, school folders, fundraising.
Success by Design
Gene Conger, Ginny Conger, Bob Carty, and Gail Vukos
www.successbydesign.com
Student planners
Triple M Promotions
Mike Muscanero
Muskie2@chorus.net
Reward Party – Team Building
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Judy Belken, Linda Doser, Edina Haslauer
www.uwplatt.edu
Resources and information on ELL, Cross Categorical, MSE and undergraduate programs
Walsworth Yearbooks
Shelley Riewski, Mike James
www.walsworthyearbooks.com
Yearbook and class scene
Prentice Hall
http://www.phschool.com
Supporting middle level learners with texts and tools for success.
Wendy Walsh
Sterling Silver Jewelry Consultant
wwalsh@ballweg.com
Silpada
designs jewelry is all hand-crafted from the finest .925 silver
complemented by exquisite semi-precious stones. Perfect for any
occasion.
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Wisconsin Association for Middle Level Education, Inc.
Kathy L. Jochman, Executive Coordinator
6908 Southwind Circle
Windsor, WI 53598
Phone and Fax: (608) 846-0618
E-mail: wamle@centurytel.net
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