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In this week's Capitol Chats, Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities President Eric Fulcomer expresses concerns with the impact of federal funding cuts on college grants, and says he hopes the state budget can support more grant money.
At the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors annual convention in Middleton, two industry leaders were inducted into the 2025 Meat Industry Hall of Fame: Fritz Usinger of Fred Usinger, Inc., a 144-year-old family meat business in Milwaukee, and Dan Sutherland of Johnsonville, who has held various roles since 1982. Sutherland, a third-generation member of the Milwaukee Stockyards, shared insights into his start in the industry and how meat companies navigate seasonal consumption trends. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck says despite some more mild and above normal temps ahead, rain is still in the forecast. Dairy farmers take cow comfort to the next level because they know that if they take care of the cows, the cows take care of them. Today, we’re exploring one of the many ways dairy farmers prioritize animal welfare. Nick Knaapen is a sales manager for Bioret Agri. He joins Stephanie Hoff and says on many farms, the cows sleep more comfortably than their farmers do thanks to animal welfare technology. Nick essentially sells waterbeds for dairy cattle. Ashley Huhn from Stephas Group provided an update, noting that while some farmers are anxiously tilling to dry out fields, aggressive markets are currently in Canada. Due to weather delays, Canada is seeing more equipment auctions than regions like Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, where farmers are preparing to hit the fields. Paid for by Steffes Group. Pam Jahnke has a conversation with Brian Luck, a biological systems engineer with UW-Madison Extension, about changes to the custom operator survey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brownfield's Larry Lee visited with Jake Sailers, of Sailer's Food Market and Meat Processing, at the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors Convention in Middleton, Wisconsin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It looks like the warmer weather will continue today, according to ag meteorologist Stu Muck. Fair season is one of the favorites for Wisconsinites, and it takes a lot to make sure they are entertaining every year. Charitee Seebecker talks with Jayme Buttke, executive director of the Wisconsin Association of Fairs, on how they're working to keep fairs relevant for the next generation. The planting season is coming up fast, and the potato and vegetable industry is already preparing. Stephanie Hoff has a chat about new advancements with Tamas Houlihan, executive director of the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association. Farm Director Pam Jahnke is catching up with Randy Kath from the Steffes group. He shares what auctions they have coming up this spring, as well as what to focus on when thinking about having an auction. Tariffs are top of mind, including in the manufacturing industry. Ben Jarboe has a conversation with Kip Eideberg, the Senior VP of Gov't & Industry Relations for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, on how the steel tariffs are not the biggest concern. The biggest concern is the retaliatory tariffs that would take place. This is because 1/3 of equipment made in the U.S. is exported.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wisconsin Association of Fairs (WAF) is undergoing a major revamp to ensure the long-term success of the fair industry. Executive Director Jayme Buttke shared that this transformation is a result of careful strategic planning. "Two years ago, our board sat down and asked, 'Where do we want the next level of the fair industry to be?'" Buttke said. "We needed to take a hard look at what WAF provides and where we are going." One of the most significant changes includes a brand refresh, with a new website. "We want to make our online presence more user-friendly and incorporate modern technology," Buttke explained. "It's all about the next group of leaders—whether fair board members or exhibitors."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It may be only January, but students are already preparing their animal exhibits for the fair – lambing, farrowing, and calving season. Dr. Darlene Konkle is the state veterinarian with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. She reminds us of what to be aware of this year when mitigating animal disease outbreaks at home or the fairgrounds. Pictured: Audience listens to an animal disease informational session at the Wisconsin Association of Fairs Annual Convention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Hailey takes a never-before-seen look behind Wisconsin's iconic meats. Teaming up with the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors, a.k.a WAMP, you're in for a delicious discovery. Tag along as we dig into the meaty history, services, specialties, and more!Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/a-look-behind-wisconsins-iconic-meats-with-the-wisconsin-association-of-meat-processors/Operators: https://wi-amp.com/membership/operators/; Wisconsin Meat Map: https://discoverwisconsin.com/wisconsin-meat-map/; Events: https://wi-amp.com/news-events/The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/the-bobber-blog/The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpodShop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsinDiscover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsinDiscover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworksWisconsin Association of Meat Processors: https://wi-amp.com/
Cindy and Ali chat with Dr. Jim Ward, Vice President of the Wisconsin Association of Cheer and Pom Coaches (WACPC), to explore the vibrant dance scene in Wisconsin.Tune in to discover the unique aspects of Wisconsin dance and how it stands out from other states!Welcome to Anything But Routine Presented by Just For Kix. This Podcast covers Everything & anything dance. Stay up to date with the podcast by hitting the subscribe button.https://www.justforkix.com/anythingbutroutine
The northern side of the state could see some flurries in the next couple of days and Ag Meteorologist Stu Muck gives the details on this lake effect snow. Autonomy is shaping the future of agriculture and full autonomy may be here sooner than we think. Ben Jarboe is joined by Brian Luck, a state extension specialist in biological machinery systems, to clue everyone in on how autonomy will help the labor shortage being seen in the agriculture industry. He also gives insight on why people should be less weary about going fully autonomous. The Wisconsin Association of Fairs is holding their annual convention this week where tonight a new Fairest of the Fair will be crowned. Stephanie Hoff catches up with outgoing Fairest of the Fair, Kelsey Henderson, as she reflects on the past year in her role. Fabulous Farm Babe, Pam Jahnke, has a talk with Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group. They discuss how to know it is the right time to have an auction and how to prepare when the time comes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tonight, the Wisconsin Association of Fairs will crown the 59th Fairest of the Fairs. Roughly three dozen young women are in the running for the position. At the WAF annual convention in the Wisconsin Dells, we caught up with outgoing Fairest Kelsey Henderson of Racine County before she passes on the crown. She reflects on her year as Wisconsin's fair ambassador. You wouldn't believe how busy she was during fair season! But since Kelsey has been attending fairs since she was in diapers, it was nothing out of the ordinary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This edition of Crosstalk dealt with breaking news that this morning, at approximately 10:57am, police responded to an active shooting incident at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. As of broadcast time, 3 people were said to be deceased, including the shooter, who was a student at the school.The broadcast began with audio from a press conference held by Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes. Randy followed up with more details as well as words of biblical encouragement and prayer from President Bob Loggans of the Wisconsin Association of Christian Schools. This was followed up by commentary on safety and security from Jamison Coppola, Legislative Director at the American Association of Christian Schools, as well as another brief update from a live press conference.
This edition of Crosstalk dealt with breaking news that this morning, at approximately 10:57am, police responded to an active shooting incident at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. As of broadcast time, 3 people were said to be deceased, including the shooter, who was a student at the school.The broadcast began with audio from a press conference held by Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes. Randy followed up with more details as well as words of biblical encouragement and prayer from President Bob Loggans of the Wisconsin Association of Christian Schools. This was followed up by commentary on safety and security from Jamison Coppola, Legislative Director at the American Association of Christian Schools, as well as another brief update from a live press conference.
There's never been a more critical time for supporters of their local public schools to either run for a seat on their local school board or help someone win election in April. We'll talk to someone with the Wisconsin Association of School Boards who literally helped write the book on how to run for school board and the qualities that make up a good school board member. UpNorthNews with Pat Kreitlow airs on several stations across the Civic Media radio network, Monday through Friday from 6-8 am. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X, and Instagram to keep up with Pat & the show! Guest: Dan Rossmiller
Light from the dining hall at Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center spilled out, down the hill, under the pines, and onto the bank of the Wisconsin River, where a handful of environmental educators were waiting for a night hike to begin. I almost hadn't joined the group. This was the final night of the Wisconsin Association of Environmental Education annual conference, and I had a long drive home the next day. Being sleepy for that wouldn't be ideal. But it had been years since I'd been on a night hike, and I didn't want to miss out.
While the county fair season may be over – it's still on the mind of some. Jayme Buttke shares how this fair season went and what's next for the Wisconsin Association of Fairs.Are you using your refrigerator drawers correctly? Are you extending the shelf life of your apples, onions, or squash to the best of your ability? Rachel Wandrei works with a locally grown program within the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. She tells us how to get the most out of our fall bounty, whether we grew it ourselves or picked it up at an orchard, patch, or farmers market. And guess what? It doesn't take elbow grease!The latest dairy market trends show a slight decline in milk production in Wisconsin, while states like Idaho and Texas have seen increases. Matt Tranel, Senior Dairy Market Advisor with Ever.Ag, attributes Wisconsin's drop to the rising trend of breeding dairy cows to Angus calves for beef production, driven by high beef prices. He also highlights the impact of the Global Dairy Trade Index on U.S. dairy exports and notes that consumer demand is shifting towards more economical options like mozzarella for frozen pizza. Looking ahead, new cheese plants and whey production could significantly affect milk prices, and Tranel advises farmers to monitor their margins closely amid strong 2025 projections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The current college admissions dynamic where selective schools routinely receive 10, 15, or even 20 times as many applications as they have available seats has been a tremendous source of stress for applicants and their families. But how are the professionals who have to manage these applications holding up? Amy and Mike invited author Teege Mettille to explore how admissions counselor morale is changing admissions. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What exactly is admissions counselor malaise? How have changes on college campuses impacted the admissions process? What are the implications of this malaise in admissions for applicants? What are the implications of this malaise in admissions for educators and counselors? What can be done in the short term to improve this situation? Is there a world where colleges and universities shift their perspective? MEET OUR GUEST Teege Mettille is a nationally-recognized leader in college admissions, with a career that spans leadership roles at four different institutions, serving as President of the Wisconsin Association for College Admission Counseling, and a three-year term as a member of the President's Council for the National Association for College Admission Counseling. He recently wrote The Admissions Counselor Malaise, a thorough assessment of the changes in college and university management that has been zapping the joy out of the profession. He joins us today to discuss that concept, and how it is impacting not just admissions counselors, but school counselors, independent educational consultants, and students. Teege can be reached at teegemettille@gmail.com. LINKS The Admissions Counselor Malaise: Addressing the staff morale crisis in college admissions Addressing The Staff Morale Crisis In Admissions RELATED EPISODES HOW TO SPEAK TO A COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REP DEMOGRAPHIC TRENDS AND COLLEGE ADMISSIONS POWER DYNAMICS IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our past episodes on the show page and keep up with our future ones by subscribing to our email newsletter. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.
The annual Wisconsin Association of Retired Americans Power Lunch focuses on social Security and social programs, Machinists union negotiator Jon Holden talks to Labor Radio about the ongoing Boeing strike and the history that led to it, the International Association of Firefighters endorses neither presidential candidate, the National Labor Relations Board is swamped but funding and staffing isn't keeping pace, the State of Wisconsin reports good jobs numbers, a new book looks at American labor involvement in sketchy Cold War programs to undercut progressive unions overseas, the family of a worker killed in Tennessee during Hurricane Helene has filed a wrongful death suit against the company, and we remember Wisconsin womens pay rights activist Lily Ledbetter.
Teachers and staff at Toad Hill Montessori schools in Madison voted overwhelmingly to join OPEIU Local 39, immigrant workers talk about how employers target them for wage theft, picketing workers speak to Labor Radio as Machinists Council 66 strikes Molson Coors in Milwaukee, the UAW prepares nationwide strikes if Stellantis doesn't meet contract demands, the Wisconsin Association of Retired Americans announces this year's agenda ahead of its October 14 power lunch, and a member of the Madison Professional and Supervisory Employees Association discusses the importance of this November's local funding referendum.
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Brad Olson reminds us that another round of Agricultural Road Improvement dollars are available. FMMO decisions have yet to be finalized. And regional policy meetings are underway. Mid-West Farm Report and the Wisconsin Association of Fairs are teaming up to collect your fair story. You could win $500. Submit your story today at midwestfarmreport.com. With Labor Day behind us, school is in session. Charitee Seebecker takes us to North Crawford School District. In response to pandemic-related food supply disruptions, the district has successfully transitioned to using local beef and produce. Ed Elfmann with the American Bankers Association says there's a bill in Congress that could lower interest rates for rural residents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More than 300 agriculture educators and FFA advisors got together to share ideas, resources and support, at the Wisconsin Association of Agricultur Educators(WAAE) summer conference in Oshkosh. Collaboration was a major theme when visiting with instructors. The new president of WAAE, Mary Handrich from Denmark, is continuing to build bridges with local technical colleges to leverage their assets with what she's presenting in the classroom. Handrich says that agriculture instructors across the state have been in contact with local technical colleges creating new ways to not only help students explore career options, but also get them there faster. With shared college credits being taught at the high school level, students not only find their career path faster, they also do it in an affordable way. Handrich says she intends to continue to work on helping other teachers discover what technical college partners might be available to them. She also wants to continue to expand her own program with community outreach projects, which she says, are largely driven by students. "What I love is when students ask me if they can try something." She says seeing them engage in the process reinforces what education is all about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2024 Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors wrapped up their convention on Saturday in Madison and it was full of great meat offerings and great hands on learning. Pam Jahnke talks to Dr. Jeff Sindelar, UW-Extension Meat Specialist, about the state-of-the-art Meat Science and Animal Biologics Discovery Center that helped with hands on learning. It acts as a shining gem attracting new meat processing talent to the state. Jake Sailer, outgoing president of WAMP, says there's a lot of exciting developments coming this year including promotion of their "meat map".Greenhouses help people manage around the weather, and that's exactly why Dane County Extension pursued a greenhouse. Charitee Seebecker talks to Lisa Johnson, UW-Extension Horticulture Specialist, about the new greenhouse and how they're using it.Auctions are still happening at a feverish pitch before farmers are focused full time on planting. Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group updates Pam Jahnke on the trends they're seeing with equipment and land values.Paid for by Steffes Group.Are consumers changing their buying patterns because of inflation and higher beef prices? Mike Simone, executive director of research for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, explains how checkoff investments help uncover consumer buying patterns and preferences before they become a problem for producers. Paid for by Wisconsin Beef Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wisconsin has more than 500 independent large, medium and small meat processors that dot the state, and Jake Sailer, president of Sailer Meat's in Elmwood, wants all of them involved with the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors (WAMP)! Sailer is the outgoing president of WAMP, excited about what the board has lined up for 2024. He highlighted some of the new messages they'll be sharing on Discover Wisconsin through the summer. Sailer says, "I want every meat processor in the state involved in WAMP," because WAMP will help tell their story. Sailer ways they've created a "meat map" to help guide visitors to the state, or someone investigating new territory, to their local meat processor. Sailer also helped bring the Wisconsin State Fair's Meat Products Competition to their annual meeting for judging and evaluation. Sailer said it just made sense to let their judges also evaluate WI State Fair entries. Normally the judging would have taken place at a separate time and separate location. Sailer says this allows them to help bring more visibility and awareness to the competition from within WAMP, and also save time and energy getting products gathered, classified and judged. Sailer will now hand the reins of WAMP over to incoming president, Danny Geiss from Geiss Meats in Merrill as the new president of the organization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Danielle M. Schroder is a partner in the Madison office at MacGillis Wiemer, LLC. She practices exclusively in personal injury law, representing individuals who have been injured in car crashes and other circumstances that were not their fault. Danielle has fully committed her legal practice to helping her clients recover from hardship and ensuring they get a fair shake when pursuing injury claims with insurance companies. She has successfully resolved various injury cases including car crashes, construction accidents, trip and falls, slip and falls, defective products and more. Danielle also serves as a guardian ad litem for minors who have been injured. Danielle is an officer and board member of the Wisconsin Association for Justice (WAJ), the state's largest voluntary bar organization whose mission is to promote a fair and effective civil justice system by providing education and support for the trial bar profession and by working with government entities to advocate for the legal rights of all Wisconsin citizens. In 2022, Danielle served as Chair of the WAJ's Women's Caucus. Danielle graduated magna cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2011. During law school, she was a member of the mock trial team and the Wisconsin International Law Journal. She also was a member and coach of the Wisconsin Vis Moot Court team, which traveled to Vienna, Austria to compete against other law students from around the world. Danielle cares deeply about the rights of her clients and works hard to ensure they are well-represented both in and out of the courtroom. She values her relationships with clients and understands that effective advocacy requires a keen command of both the facts and law associated with each unique case. Danielle has been recognized as a SuperLawyers “Rising Star” and a “Top 40 Under 40” with the National Trial Lawyers organization. Danielle was born and raised in Wisconsin. Outside the office, she can be found with her husband, Mark, and their three kids, Gabby, Faith and Bryce. She enjoys running, biking, and snowboarding – just about any activity that gets her outside and her body moving. She and her family attend Blackhawk Church in Middleton. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-schroder-2b9ab536/ MacGillis Wiemer, LLC: https://www.macgilliswiemer.com/
Wisconsin banks are signaling caution as we get started in a new year, but these bankers are still a lot more optimistic than they were ahead of 2023. Every six months, the Wisconsin Bankers Association surveys Wisconsin bank CEOs on economic conditions. Last year at this time, three-quarters of the respondents predicted the economy would worsen. Today, that number is less than half. WBA President Rose Oswald Poels says some of the positive economic signs are that inflation and interest rate hikes are slowing. However, the red flags for banks are similar reasons -- inflation and interest rates remain elevated. What should customers know? She explains to Stephanie Hoff that Wisconsin's community banks are financially sound, profitable, and diversified. They also have the liquidity to lend.It may be hard to think of warm summer days and flashing carnival lights while facing snow and freezing temperatures, but members of the fair community recently gathered in Wisconsin Dells for the annual Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention. Charitee Seebecker visited with Jo Reynolds, International Association of Fairs and Expo chair, about the changing landscape of fairs across the country and globally. Bang! That's the way traders reacted to the World Ag Supply/Demand report issued on Friday from USDA - like they were shot! John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend breaks down some of the key elements that hit the market hard on Friday, and continue to impact numbers today. The corn estimates were devastating to the market and Heinberg says there's no real easy or comfortable way for the farmer to react.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It may be hard to think of warm summer days and flashing carnival lights while facing snow and freezing temperatures, but members of the fair community recently gathered in Wisconsin Dells for the annual Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention. Jo Reynolds, International Association of Fairs and Expo chair says, "It's challenging to compare pre-COVID times to now, but what we're witnessing is a resurgence in the strength of fairs, with sponsors returning." Despite challenges like increased food costs and travel constraints for carnivals, the strength of fairs is returning. Visitors are eager to experience the hands-on, in-person joy of fairs after a virtual 2020. When comparing Wisconsin to fairs in other parts of the world, Reynolds says what stands out most is Wisconsin's strong agricultural focus. "Wisconsin, with its emphasis on agriculture education and specialty crops, stands out as an active state. The dedication of leaders like Jamie Buttke has been instrumental in making Wisconsin a standout in the industry."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wisconsin Association of Fairs is celebrating its 100th year of promoting and supporting fairs across the state. This marks a century of growth and shared knowledge among fair enthusiasts. Jayme Buttke, Wisconsin Association of Fairs Executive Director highlights the key moments that helped get the fair industry to where it is today and what's ahead for the future. Over time, the convention has evolved from a volunteer-driven initiative to a professionally managed affair, reflecting the dynamic nature of the fair industry. In the spirit of continuous improvement, fair board members are engaging in discussions on housekeeping matters, exploring ways to ensure the longevity of their fairs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason P. Dropik (Babaamii-Bines / Eagle Clan) is the School Administrator for the Indian Community School (ics-edu.org), in Franklin, WI, which serves Native students in the metro Milwaukee area. A member of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians (BadRiver-nsn.gov), Jason is committed to supporting students, families, staff, and the community both near and far. Having recently completed a two-year term as President of the National Indian Education Association (NIEA.org), he advocated for and spoke on the importance of tribal sovereignty, policy, appropriations, and student support across the country. As a Board Member of NIEA, Jason continues with that work, championing training and providing information for schools and community organizations, while creating visibility and understanding of Indigenous perspectives. He is involved in many organizations throughout the state, doing his best to ensure that Native voices are present in diverse groups. He has served as a Board Member for the Wisconsin Association of Environmental Education (WAEE.org), an Advisory Council Member for the Midwest Environmental Advocates (MidwestAdvocates.org), and many other community organizations. He is a graduate of the Urban Indian American Indian Teacher Training Program from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2004). He holds a Master's Degree in Administrative Leadership from Concordia University (2017), and recently completed his Superintendent's License from UW-Milwaukee (2023). His greatest passion is creating spaces for Native students to develop their identity, take pride in their language and culture, and to celebrate the rich legacy and the promising future of Indigenous communities. Jason, along with his wife and children, share a home in Franklin, WI. Show Highlights Sustainable and reciprocal relationships that build authentic experiences for leaders. Be a catalyst for a different way of looking at education to support the various languages, cultures, and educational experiences for your community. The greatest investment in your professional life. Get your board of directors to budget you into the bottom line for PD. Finding common ground from different perspectives and experience to close gaps in education. The force multiplier of the Mastermind foundation. “I wanted to make sure that I was doing everything possible to be the best leader that I could. It wasn't so much that I did want to learn and grow. That's something I've always been interested in, but I really wanted to be the leader that my community deserved and I wasn't sure what that looked like..” -Jason Dropik Get the episode transcript here! Jason's Resources & Contact Info: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/bipoc/ Twitter Linkedin Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership. Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders. 100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills. Apply to the mastermind today! SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard's online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader. TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It's eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs. ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination. When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed. Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills. Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC
There are a lot of options to make your dollar go further at the Wisconsin State Fair. The WI State Fair Park Foundation is known for the Milk House, selling four unique flavors of milk this year (including root beer -- a top seller). But for the first time, the Milk House is where you can sink your teeth into the Blue Ribbon Brownie. If adults are looking for something stronger, the new Charity Bar is located in Central Park. Thirty percent of your drink tab will go to the Foundation. Executive Director Anna Zeck hopes to beat last year's fundraising total of $75,000. Stephanie Hoff speaks with Anna about how the Foundation reinvests that money into the park and community programs. Most recently, they brought more than 700 Milwaukee youth to the park for an agricultural learning experience. County fair season is in full swing. There have been over a dozen counties that have already had their county fair and we are not even halfway through county fair season. Executive Director of the Wisconsin Association of Fairs, Jayme Buttke, speaks with Nate Zimdars about how county fair season is progressing in addition to some legislative conversations at the State Capital that will have an impact on county fairs. Charitee Seebecker speaks with Marilyn Bollinger about her family's century farm. Marilyn and her husband Tom were pork producers until 2010. Tom passed away in 2021 and his son, Jesse, is operating the farm now and continues to grow corn and soybeans. Marilyn and her family are thankful to receive the century farm award and carry on his legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
County fair season is in full swing. There have been over a dozen counties that have already had their county fair and we are not even half way through county fair season. Executive Director of the Wisconsin Association of Fairs, Jayme Buttke, speaks about how county fair season is progressing in addition to some legislative conversations at the State Capitol that will have an impact on county fairs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you are a public school educator, you are in for a treat! In this episode, we have Peter Dargatz sharing the incredible evolution of his public school kindergarten transformed into a nature kindergarten. HERE'S WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THIS EPISODE: Education EvolutionA Radical RedesignThe Power and Possibility of PlayThe Four P'sOnward and UpwardMEET PETER: While his claim to fame might be as a retired racing sausage for the Milwaukee Brewers, Peter Dargatz is prouder for being a father of three nature-loving children, a national board-certified teacher, and the coordinator of a well-respected, public school nature kindergarten program at Woodside Elementary in Sussex, Wisconsin. Transitioning his classroom from the inside to the outside has allowed him to create and develop his “4P's” philosophy, focusing on play-based, place-based, project-based, and personalized learning. This philosophy's foundations are cemented in play, citizen science, service learning, and community collaborations.Along with the nature kindergarten program. Peter is the coordinator for an all-school collaboration with the Retzer Nature Center and a district-wide family nature club. He is also the volunteer coordinator for the Ice Age Trail Alliance's Tyke Hike program, aimed at getting families of young children out in nature using Wisconsin's Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Additionally, he is a founding member of the Wisconsin Nature-Based Early Childhood Association (WINBECA), a board member of the Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education, a contributing author to Natural Start Alliance's Nature-Based Preschool Professional Practice Guidebook, and a regular columnist for Play & Playground magazine. Peter's first book, Teaching Off Trail, was released by Redleaf Press in November 2021.CONTACT PETER: EMAIL: dargpe@hamilton.k12.wi.usWEBSITE: https://www.peterdargatz.com/
In an attempt to control the freedom of what other professions call themselves and limit titles in Wisconsin, the medical society introduced SB 143. On May 24, Wisconsin Association of Nurse Anesthetists President Jenna Palzkill—as well as Dr. Joe Rodriguez, who was representing the AANA—helped inform and educate the Wisconsin Senate Committee on Health on why proposed SB 143 does NOT help Wisconsinites. If passed, this bill would preclude the use of the title Nurse Anesthesiologist in the state. An attempt of one competitor trying to control another. This is the audio of that testimony that ended this attempt.You can learn more about the genesis of Nurse Anesthesiologist here: https://www.nurseanesthesiologistinfo.com/
Jason P. Dropik (Babaamii-Bines / Eagle Clan) is the School Administrator for the Indian Community School (ics-edu.org), in Franklin, WI, which serves Native students in the metro Milwaukee area. A member of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians (BadRiver-nsn.gov), Jason is committed to supporting students, families, staff, and the community both near and far. Having recently completed a two-year term as President of the National Indian Education Association (NIEA.org), he advocated for and spoke on the importance of tribal sovereignty, policy, appropriations, and student support across the country. As a Board Member of NIEA, Jason continues with that work, championing training and providing information for schools and community organizations, while creating visibility and understanding of Indigenous perspectives. He is involved in many organizations throughout the state, doing his best to ensure that Native voices are present in diverse groups. He has served as a Board Member for the Wisconsin Association of Environmental Education (WAEE.org), an Advisory Council Member for the Midwest Environmental Advocates (MidwestAdvocates.org), and many other community organizations. He is a graduate of the Urban Indian American Indian Teacher Training Program from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2004). He holds a Master's Degree in Administrative Leadership from Concordia University (2017), and recently completed his Superintendent's License from UW-Milwaukee (2023). His greatest passion is creating spaces for Native students to develop their identity, take pride in their language and culture, and to celebrate the rich legacy and the promising future of Indigenous communities. Jason, along with his wife and children, share a home in Franklin, WI. Show Highlights Retain and attract more leaders of color by understanding the leadership lens they look through. Training and information for schools to create visibility and understanding of indigenous and other marginalized perspectives. Create spaces where people feel valued, loved and appreciated for all that they bring. Avoid forcing your students or staff to blend in by eliminating the “other” option. Take a seat at the table and avoid “being on the menu” to broaden perspectives. Designate affinity spaces for representation reflective of the communities that you serve. Eliminate barriers to ensure diverse safe places that navigate challenging situations with balance. Join the BIPOC Mastermind specific for leaders of color to expand the room with a trusted environment to overcome isolation. “When you think about that perspective of what Asian Americans are experiencing as well as our African American and Hispanic Latino communities are still under-represented. There's progress made in some areas, in some communities, but overall, as a system, we're failing. We're failing our kids and failing those communities that continue to have strong advocates that are supporting kids, but also don't have the shared experience that some people do that come from marginalized communities.” -Jason Dropik Jason's Resources & Contact Info: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/bipoc/ Twitter Linkedin Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership. Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders. 100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills. Apply to the mastermind today! 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Lisa Van Gemert has experience in gifted education in many different facets — as a student, as a parent, as a teacher and now as a teacher's aid in helping educators. She weighs in on inclusion, poverty and how excited she is to come back to Wisconsin. I guarantee you will love this podcast. The Wisconsin Association for Gifted & Talented could not be happier to have Van Gemert as a keynote speaker for the WATG Conference. What: 50th Anniversary Conference When: Oct. 9-10, 2023 Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Where: Wilderness Resort Conference Center Register here
The Wisconsin Association for Talented & Gifted traces its roots back to the 1970s. Carol Wright and Ruth Robinson explain the challenges facing the organization back then compared to today and how much of an impact gifted education has made in the state of Wisconsin. Help us celebrate our 50th Anniversary Annual Conference What: WATG Conference When: October 9-10, 2023 Where: Wilderness Resort and Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells
Meat processors across Wisconsin are speaking up and wanting to be taken seriously as an important part of Wisconsin agriculture and the food supply chain. Pam Jahnke talks to Jake Sailer, president of the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors. He says WAMP has hired a lobbyist for the very first time, and are working on more financial support for the expansion happening across the state by small and medium size processors. Prices remain rock solid for farm equipment ready to hit the fields. Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group tells Pam Jahnke that online interaction remains high, and so do prices for some of the implements and tractors farmers will need to complete spring planting chores. Sponsored by Steffes Group auction company. Through rain, sleet and snow - they persist, and we're not talking about the mail service! Charitee Seebecker talks with PJ Leisch, state entomologist, about increasing tick activity he's monitoring. He's also reminding Wisconsinites that there's 55 different species of mosquitoes that will be right behind those ticks - so make plans for protection for you, your pets and livestock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Private bar criminal defense attorney, Jessa Nicholson, returns to the show to explain why she and Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers oppose the cash bail amendment that will be on your April 4th ballot. Then Wisconsin Watch reporter, Mario Koran, joins to break down his last year of reporting on the tiny town with an outsized reputation: Kiel, Wisconsin. Guests: Jessa Nicholson Goetz, Mario Koran
More about Kristen:Kristen D. Hardy is Assistant General Counsel & Assistant Secretary at a Fortune 90 company where she is responsible for counseling on matters related to insurance products, transactions, anti-money laundering compliance, and special investigations. In prior years, she has served as Legal Counsel & Integrity Manager at two separate multinational manufacturers. Kristen is the currently Chair of the Board of Governors for the State Bar of Wisconsin, and holds director positions on the boards of several local organizations, including the Milwaukee Bar Association and LOTUS Legal Clinic. She is also Chair of the Bronzeville Center for the Arts Board of Directors, an African-American arts and cultural museum in the heart of Bronzeville, Milwaukee. In 2019, Kristen was appointed by Governor Tony Evers to serve as a member of the Judicial Selection Advisory Committee, a group responsible for interviewing and recommending candidates to the governor for judicial appointments. Additionally, Kristen is a Wisconsin Supreme Court appointee to the Wisconsin Lawyer Regulation System's Preliminary Review Committee. She is a past-president of the Wisconsin Association of African-American Lawyers (WAAL), where she served in various roles between 2014 and 2020.Kristen has been recognized as a Milwaukee Young Power Broker, Milwaukee Business Journal's 40 Under 40, Top Corporate Counsel: Rising Star, Wisconsin Fellow, Wisconsin Law Journal's Up & Coming Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Foundation Fellow, Wisconsin's Most Influential Black Leader, and a Milwaukee Time's Black Excellence honoree.Kristen holds a BA from Seton Hall University and a JD from Marquette University Law School.Welcome to the ScholarChip$ podcast hosted by Larry Alexander and Tone Gaines. Larry is a transactional attorney at a Fortune 100 Company. Tone is a Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions attorney at a large law firm in Chicago. But more importantly, both Larry and Tone are Black Men from the inner city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The duo started ScholarChip$ to (1) create a platform to have candid conversations with scholars and (2) normalize academics as a viable way to achieve upward mobility in Black and Brown communities.Discussions in this podcast are for general information and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this podcast constitutes financial, legal, tax or any other professional advice. Always consult a professional regarding your individual circumstance. NOR DOES IT CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL GUEST. ALWAYS DO YOUR DILIGENCE.
"Man vs Machine" is the theme for the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors Annual Convention held in April at the Madison Marriott West Hotel & Convention Center. It explores how technology can help streamline workforce, among other important topics to the industry. WAMP President Jake Sailer also tells Mid-West Farm Report about what else the industry is focused on from meat talent education to educating processors on regulations. Learn more: https://wi-amp.com/convention/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention took place January 8-11 with about 1,000 people in attendance. The theme this year was Keeping it Rural. Jayme Buttke, Executive Secretary and Treasurer of the Wisconsin Association of Fairs says that the theme is inline with their missions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After 35 years in the auctioneer business, Terry Schmaling is set to retire. A Delavan, Wisconsin native and third generation fairboard member, Schmaling also served as a Wisconsin Association of Fairs zone four director. With his passion for hogs and judging across the United States and Canada, Schmaling says one thing that stuck out to him is the vigor people have to improve the fair industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jerry Apps is the author of "Meet Me on The Midway" a book about the history of Wisconsin Fairs. Charitee Seebecker had the chance to talk with Apps at the Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention about his experiences and how much the fair industry has changed from its earliest incarnations of livestock exhibits to where it is today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Ted and Barb talk to Ted Hayes. Ted consults with businesses, school districts and municipalities throughout the United States to conduct security assessments, provide armed intruder active shooter training and to develop safety programs and risk management strategies. Ted has served on the board of directors of the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials and is a member of the WASBO safety and risk management committee. Hayes was a featured presenter at the Wisconsin School Safety Summit hosted by Attorney General James Doyle in 2014. Hayes was also chosen to the Hot 100 list by Insurance Business in America. In this episode they discuss some of the best ways to secure your facility and protect your employees and customers.They also provide tips for keeping your facility safe from intruders. This episode is sure to offer some valuable insight into keeping yourself and your workplace safe. References: https://safetyfm.com/ (Safety FM) https://www.healthandsafetynow.com/ (Total Health & Safety Solutions) https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-hayes-school-security/ (Ted Hayes)
On September 21, 2022, Newsmakers Host Lisa Pugh sat down with Wisconsin Association of School Boards Director of Government Relations Dan Rossmiller and Badger Institute consultant and member of the Wisconsin Coalition for Education Freedom Jim Bender for a discussion on the state of schools. Education is a top issue for voters heading into November […]
Matt Immel walks us through a day in the life of a fair board member. He's a former Wisconsin Association of Fairs leader, and was the fair manager for Fond du Lac County before doing a way with a 'managing' position. Today he proudly serves as treasurer, a role he helped his Grampa with as a teenager. Not only does he talk about the unique logistical challenges urban fair sites have to think about, but he also shares with us one of his 'Fair Stories' that Mid-West Farm Report is collecting. He says so far, he's pleased with the turnout at his own fair this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brandon Kooi is a professor and researcher, working at Aurora University in Ilinois. Brandon Kooi is a professor and director of the criminal justice program at Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois. Kooi has been a private security consultant/executive, criminal investigator, law clerk, and youth crisis interventionist. He has helped to train police chiefs and executives across Wisconsin at the Wisconsin Problem-Oriented Leadership Institute for Chief Executives. His most recent research is a book focused on police leaders, entitled Seven Highly Effective Police Leaders from Routledge Publishers. He included Teddy Roosevelt, August Volmer, O.W.Wilson, Penny Harrington, Chris Magnus, Bill Bratton and Chuck Ramsey. He also delves into the work of Herman Goldstein and George Kelling.Kooi evaluated a community anti-drug initiative called Neighbors Against Drugs, which won the Wisconsin Association for Community Policing Robert Peel Award and was a finalist for the Herman Goldstein Award for Excellence in Problem-Oriented Policing. Kooi's book, Policing Public Transportation, appears with LFB Scholarly Publishing. His research papers have been published in the Journal of Criminal Justice Education, Journal of Security Education, Journal of Applied Security Research, Policing: An International Journal of Police Strategies and Management, Police Science and Management, and Criminal Justice Studies. Kooi's research interests include community justice, victimology, environmental criminology, crime mapping, problem-solving, interviewing/interrogation, and private security. He received his bachelor's and master's degrees from Illinois State University and his doctorate in criminal justice from the School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University. A graduate of Michigan State University, he has been active in Problem-oriented Policing and is affiliated with the Arizona State University Center for Problem-Oriented Policing. We talked about policing, reform, leadership and the work of illustrating the work of the seven selected police chiefs.
This week your hosts Steve Lowry and Yvonne Godfrey interview Christopher Stombaugh of DiCello Levitt Gutzler (https://dicellolevitt.com/) Remember to rate and review GTP in iTunes: Click Here To Rate and Review Episode Details: Accomplished trial lawyer Christopher Stombaugh, a partner at DiCello Levitt Gutzler in Chicago, shares how he successfully represented Costa Rican native Adriana Guzman after she suffered PTSD following a sudden decompression incident on a commercial Boeing 757 flight. On October 26, 2010, Adriana boarded a Boeing 757 in Miami. During the flight, a two-foot hole developed in the fuselage of the Boeing plane, causing a sudden decompression and a rapid descent from 32,000 feet to 10,000 feet. Adriana recalls the frightful incident, saying it felt like "a kick in the stomach" and that she feared was going to die. Years later, Adriana continued to suffer a range of medical issues from the traumatic experiences of that day aboard the Boeing plane. In spite of the defense's attempts to claim that Adriana's injuries were pre-existing conditions related to her past psychological history or to draw attention to Adriana's leave of absence from her doctoral program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, trial lawyer Christopher Stombaugh kept the jurors focused on Adriana's life-altering injuries. Christopher Stombaugh used a timeline of events, expert witnesses and a physical demonstration of the impact of altitude on the body via a shaken soda can to help the jury understand the nature of Adriana's injuries. On April 12, 2018, a Massachusetts District Court jury returned a $2.2 million verdict in favor of plaintiff Adriana Guzman with damages deducted and prejudgment interest added, resulting in a final verdict of $2,271,651. The Boeing Company's attorneys filed an appeal claiming that Christopher Stombaugh and the plaintiff's trial team utilized controversial reptile tactics at trial, but a U.S. Magistrate Judge denied the appeal. Click Here to Read/Download Trial Documents Guest Bio: Christopher Stombaugh For more than 30 years, Chris Stombaugh has been devoted to his true passion, advancing the art and science of trial advocacy. Chris focuses on trial. He has successfully tried to verdict cases for people around the country injured by hospitals, aircraft manufacturers, insurance companies, agribusiness, construction companies, truck companies and many other industries. His approach empowers people to tell their stories in a way that resonates with juries and has led to several record-setting, seven and eight figure jury verdicts. Chris speaks regularly to state bar and trial lawyer associations nationwide on modern and effective trial advocacy and is a key member of DiCello Levitt's Trial Practice Team. In addition to his own successful practice, Chris teaches trial lawyers cognitive neuroscience to benefit their clients. Chris is the past president of the Wisconsin Association for Justice, having served as president of the WAJ 2014 term. He has been chosen as a Wisconsin Super Lawyer every year since 2010. He is an active member in a number of other trial lawyer associations. Read Full Bio Show Sponsors: Legal Technology Services - LegalTechService.com Digital Law Marketing - DigitalLawMarketing.com Harris Lowry Manton LLP - hlmlawfirm.com Free Resources: Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 1 Stages Of A Jury Trial - Part 2
Because cancer treatment is rapidly evolving and complex, state-level advocacy is critical to help legislators understand the nuances of oncology. From issues like pharmacy benefit managers to white bagging and copay accumulators, the cancer care team knows firsthand the impact of policy decisions on the lived experiences of patients, including access to care, financial toxicity, and quality of life. Hear how state oncology societies have the power to mobilize larger groups of providers across the state to make their voices heard on behalf of their patients—and how you can get involved. Guest:Benjamin M. Parsons, DO Medical Oncologist/Hematologist Gundersen Health Care System, La Crosse Clinic;President, Wisconsin Association of Hematology and Oncology (WAHO)WAHO is a Chapter Member of the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) through the Oncology State Societies at ACCC. Resources: How White Bagging Impacts Patient CareWisconsin Advocacy Ushers in PBM OversightWisconsin Association of Hematology and Oncology: Advocacy Engagement PilotOncology State Societies at ACCC: Find Your Local Chapter! ACCC Advocacy Letters and Statements
This season of Jury Duty explores the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse. At the end of each week, host Kary Antholis is joined by an expert in the criminal justice field to help distill and further analyze what was heard in the trial. This week our guest is Michael Cicchini. Cicchini has been routinely recognized by his peers as one of Wisconsin's best Criminal Defense Attorneys and in 2020 received the William M. Coffey Defender Award from the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers for “significant contributions to professionalism in the criminal practice.” Michael, who has tried dozens of cases in the Kenosha courts including many before Judge Schroeder, offers us his unique insight into the participants and events of the Trial of Kyle Rittenhouse with a special focus on the events that we covered this past week. During the course of the conversation, Michael discusses an article that he wrote examining whether police in Kenosha are using disorderly conducts laws to surveil African American “communities for signs of disorder” and “as a means of social control against people of color.” Here's the article that he references.You can also find out more information about each of the trials covered by Jury Duty at CrimeStory.com.Or at these dedicated links...The Trial of Kyle RittenhouseThe Killing of Ahmaud ArberyThe Trial of Robert Durst See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In January 2022, ACCC launched a digital version of its Patient Assistance & Reimbursement Guide, which allows oncology staff to quickly search for manufacturer-based financial assistance programs for specific medications as well as reimbursement resources to support coding and billing. Hear directly from a pharmacist and an oncology operations manager who were involved in the design and implementation of this digital resource. They'll share how this interactive tool can help financial advocacy and pharmacy staff find the resources they need in less time so patients can access—and better afford—their cancer treatments when they need them. Guests: Dean Gruber, RPh Vice President of Industry Relations, altScripts Specialty Pharmacy Member-at-Large, Wisconsin Association of Hematology and Oncology Lori Schneider Oncology Operations Manager, Green Bay Oncology Advisory Committee Chair, ACCC Financial Advocacy Network Related Resources: ACCC Patient Assistance & Reimbursement Guide Fighting Financial Toxicity Financial Toxicity: A Conversation with Yousuf Zafar, MD, MHS, and Dan Sherman, MA, LPC Financial Navigation Flowchart Making the Business Care for Hiring a Financial Navigator [VIDEO PODCAST] Ep 06: Financial Advocacy Playbook [PODCAST] Ep 13: Financial Health Literacy Biosimilars Discussion Guide Mobile App Eases Patient Cost-of-Care Conversations Tips for Helping Relieve Patients of Financial Burden The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author(s)/faculty member(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of their employer(s) or the Association of Community Cancer Centers.
Today's episode features Lori Severson from the Campground Owners Expo (COE), owner of Severson & Associates, a training, consulting, and marketing company, owner of Champion Riverside Resorts, Executive Director for the Wisconsin Association of Campground Owners, and a volunteer for the Gilbert Brown Foundation She'll share her thoughts on the show this year and we will get an opportunity to preview next year's COE show. Let us know what you think! **** Follow us on Instagram: @outdooralliancespod Find us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/outdooralliances-podcast/ Join our weekly marketing newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/hH_fjr Want to share valuable content and become a guest on the show? Send an email to podcast@outdooralliances.com