Friday, May 4, 2018

WREA District 1 Meeting Held

The WREA District 1 Spring Meeting was held on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at the WITC Conference Center in Rice Lake.  Approximately 40 people attended this meeting.
Presenters were John Forester, WREA Lobbyist, with a legislative update from Madison; Bob Conlin, Secretary Department of Employee Trust Funds, with an update on the pension; Challenge Award Presentation to Park Falls and Glidden Elementary Schools represented by Jessica Blue on their "Makerspace Mania" project; Diane Wilcenski, WREA Executive Director; and a report from all Standing Committees - Community Service and Health Issues, Legislative, Membership, Member Benefits, Nominations, and Public Education Outreach.
Vic Bekkum and his wife were recognized by the WREA Foundation for becoming part of the Legacy Circle.  To be part of this circle, a contribution of $5,000 establishes your fund.
There were many positive comments from the WREA members who attended this meeting.
Vic Bekkum receives legacy Circle Certificate from Berland Meyers, WREA Foundation President

Elementary Teacher Jessica Blue presents on "Makerspace Mania" project

Eleven members for BCREA attend WREA District 1 Spring Meeting