2013 WiRSA Conference
Empowering Rural Schools for Tomorrow
Nov. 13-14, 2013
The fifth annual WiRSA Fall Conference was a resounding success thanks to the excellent presenters and the numerous attendees.
Life After Vouchers: Expansion, Accountability and Outcome–Impact for Rural Schools
Jeff Pertl, DPI Policy Analyst
Vouchers in Milwaukee: What Have We Learned…?
Devin Carlson, University of Oklahoma
The Power of Technology in Rural Schools
Katie Morrow, Apple Distinguished Educator, O’Neill, NE
Dan Conroy, VP of Human Resources & Talent Management, Nexen Group; Andy Hennes, Manager of Staffing and Workforce Development, OEM Fabricators
The Future of Rural Public Schools in Wisconsin
Senator Kathleen Vinehout; Jerry Fiene, WiRSA; John Forester, SAA; Dan Rossmiller, WASB
Attracting and Retaining Our High-Performing Educators in Rural School Districts
Helen Ryley, Benchmark One, Denver CO
Whole Grade Sharing in Rural School Districts
Rick Pederson, Summer/Fredericksburg Iowa School District Superintendent
Speaker’s Task Force on Rural Schools
Jerry Fiene, WiRSA Executive Director
For a complete conference program, click here.