WEMTA 2025 - Ignite and Inspire: Impacting Learning Together: Full Schedule

12:30pm CDT

I'm a Librarian! Now What?

Sunday March 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

You’ve got the passion, you’ve got the drive, and now you’ve got the job! So… what now? You’re probably the only librarian in your school - maybe the only librarian in your district.

Becoming a new school librarian can be overwhelming. You may have read about Amanda Jones fighting censorship or watched Mychal Threets spread library joy on TikTok, but you're still just getting your feet under you — while you’re also being asked to cover lunch duty, teach typing, and oh, your space will be used for a staff meeting so all your furniture will be rearranged and not put back — is that okay?

Kristin Rosenberg has been the new librarian in five different school and public libraries and wants to share some actionable tips and tricks you can take back to your library. In this practical presentation, we’ll discuss things like boundaries, goal setting, and how to manage your never-ending to-do list.

Speakers

Kristin Rosenberg

IMC Consultant, CESA 10

Kristin Rosenberg is a lot like a pleasant cat you might see around the neighborhood - a little skittish and easily overwhelmed, but likes people once she has time to warm up to them. Also, she'll go just about anywhere if there's going to be food.Originally from Ohio, she has over... Read More →

Sunday March 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Beginner, Early childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Library Space, New Librarian

1:45pm CDT

Keeping Up-To-Date with Google Workspaces

Sunday March 9, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm CDT

BCC Collaborate B

Discover the latest features available in Google Docs, slides, drawings and more of the Google tools we use on a regular basis. Learn tips and tricks for integrating the Google Tools for Education in creative and time-saving ways.

Speakers

Deb Norton

Technology Coach, Oshkosh North High School

Deb Norton is a former 5th grade classroom teacher, who now works at Oshkosh North high school where she is a Technology Integration Specialist and Tech Coach. She has her Master’s Degree in Educational Technology, is a Google Certified Trainer, and is the lead instructor of an... Read More →

Sunday March 9, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Intermediate, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Higher Education

Company Collaborative Spaces, Instructional Partnerships, Google Workspaces

3:00pm CDT

Game-Based Learning with Google

Sunday March 9, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT

BCC Collaborate B

Get ready for an engaging session where learning and fun go hand in hand. Join Deb Norton as she shows you how to jazz up student engagement with amazing tools and apps from Google Workspaces. Picture this: game-based learning that'll make your students jump out of their seats with excitement, making learning a total blast. It's time to level up your Google Workspace skills and turn learning into a gaming adventure.

Speakers

Deb Norton

Technology Coach, Oshkosh North High School

Sunday March 9, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Intermediate, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Advocacy, Community Partnerships, Students as Creators

8:45am CDT

Updates from the DPI: Everything You Need to Know!

Monday March 10, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CDT

BCC Collaborate B

Hear the latest and greatest from the Department of Public Instruction! We will highlight recent and upcoming projects and initiatives and share important information on a variety of topics, including school and public library information, BadgerLink, games and learning, technology, STEAM, AI, and digital learning topics. You will leave with knowledge and tools to strengthen the work you are doing to address the unique needs of your learning community.

Speakers

Monica Treptow

School Library Education Consultant, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Monica Treptow started work as the School Library Media Education Consultant at the DPI in July of 2017. Monica's prior experience includes twelve years as a K-12 library media specialist and district leader. These positions included roles in leading development of information and... Read More →

Monday March 10, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Beginner, Early childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Higher Education

Company Collaborative Leadership

1:00pm CDT

Common School Fund Spending - Everything You Want to Know!

Monday March 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

BCC Collaborate B

The Common School Fund provides the foundation for Wisconsin school library programs. Planning for effective and meaningful spending is a critical responsibility of library media specialists. Come to this session to learn essential components of utilizing this resource in alignment with your district library plan and hear from a panel of experienced library media specialists. They will share examples of their favorite purchases, lessons learned, and strategies for budgeting and purchasing. Bring your questions and ideas, and leave with a great list of potential purchases for your library!

Speakers

Danielle Brannan

Secondary Librarian, Greendale School District

This is my 15th year as a school librarian and my first year with my current district, Greendale Public Schools near Milwaukee. I work in the middle school and high school libraries, and I love it! Being a school librarian is my dream job.

Emily Dittmar

Library Media Specialist, Muskego High School

Emily Dittmar is the Librarian at Muskego High School. She is an active participant in many state library networks including serving on the WEMTA Board and CESA 1 Library Network

Diane Konjura

Monica Treptow

School Library Education Consultant, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Amy Uelmen

Director of Instructional Technology, Pulaski Community School District

In my role as Director of Instructional Technology for Pulaski Community School District, I enjoy the opportunities and challenges my current position brings as well as the opportunity to share my enthusiasm for integrating technology and literacy with students and staff. My past... Read More →

Monday March 10, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Beginner, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Company Budget & Resources

3:00pm CDT

I am not an attorney…but I can share some great information!

Monday March 10, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT

BCC Collaborate B

Last summer I became a Law for Librarians Trainer for the ALA Office of Intellectual Freedom. This opportunity allowed me to broaden my knowledge base in a wide variety of legal issues surrounding libraries. This session will allow participants to gain a foundational understanding of how the First Amendment, copyright, and privacy laws impact school libraries, as well as how the impact may differ for public libraries. We will explore how to identify the intersection of law and school board policies and create talking points to use with others in your district. Bring your questions and curiosity and leave with more confidence about how your work is supported by law.

Speakers

Monica Treptow

School Library Education Consultant, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Monday March 10, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Beginner, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Higher Education

Company Advocacy, Collaborative Leadership, Library law

8:15am CDT

AI is here to stay - What are we going to do about it?

Tuesday March 11, 2025 8:15am - 9:15am CDT

BCC Collaborate B

Join in me in learning how to LIVE with AI in Education and explore a few of the ways it can be used to make the lives of educators just a little bit easier. In this session - I'll explore a general use of AI in the education classroom and discuss how I talk with students about it and the staff in my building. I'll share with you some of the tools we utilize the most including Brisk Teaching, and I'll talk about how our district has created policy and procedures so these tools can be used safely and appropriately.

Speakers

Ashley Knapp

Library Media Instructional Technology Specialist, West De Pere High School

I am a high school Library Media/Instructional Specialist, and I also serve as the building's Talent Development Coordinator. Prior to this position, I was a high school and middle school English/Language Arts Teacher.

Tuesday March 11, 2025 8:15am - 9:15am CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Intermediate, Middle School, High School, Higher Education

Company Facilitating Professional Learning, Instructional Partnerships, AI Use in Education

10:45am CDT

Be the GOAT of Your Library

Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT

BCC Collaborate B

Pull up to this hype session where we’re dropping all the hottest tips to level up your library game. Whether you're running on a skeleton crew, just getting your feet wet in the library world, or juggling multiple buildings, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas that will help you flex your library skills. We’re gonna introduce you to our student-led program, Library Leaders, show you how to make book checkouts lit, and share ways to help classroom teachers without breaking a sweat. Plus, we’ll give you the lowdown on building confidence with your library aides so they can slay in their roles. Don’t miss out – it’s gonna be fire! 🔥📚

Speakers

Jamie Jestadt

Library Media Specialist, Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools

Hi there! I'm Jamie Jestadt from Wisconsin Rapids. This is my 8th year as Library Media Specialist for the nine elementary schools in our district. I have over 2,500 amazing students who teach me something new every day. I love everything about the library and am so excited to be... Read More →

Kat Barthel

Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT
BCC Collaborate B

Beginner, Elementary

Company Collaborative Leadership, Facilitating Professional Learning, Students as Creators