A big congratulations to our own Dean Leisgang, named the 2026 WiRSA CESA Employee of the Year! Dean helps schools across Wisconsin find their voice, build trust and bring communities together around student success. Read more: https://www.cesa8.k12.wi.us/article/3131765

Congratulations to Clintonville Superintendent Troy Kuhn. We were honored to present Troy with this year's WSPRA Amplify Award! The annual award honors individuals who go above and beyond to amplify school public relations and communications in their districts. Congrats, Troy!

Thanks to all of our superintendents who made the trip to NWTC for a special September PAC meeting! We appreciate the time together, the productive conversations, and the opportunity to share ideas and strengthen connections across our region.

September 11th is Patriot Day and a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Today, we pause to remember those we lost, honor the heroes who served, and recommit ourselves to making a difference through service.

Looking to strengthen math instruction? Join the CESA 8 Math Network for Grades 3–8! Explore NCTM's Teaching Mathematics Through Problem Solving, collaborate with fellow educators, and leave with practical strategies you can use right away. Register: https://tinyurl.com/3w5axkvk

Wednesdays are for celebrating real-world learning in action. #WorkingWednesday

Here is a look at our new staff picture. 📸

A new school year means new opportunities and new connections. We’re excited for another year of being your Leaders in Educational Excellence!

Labor Day reminds us that meaningful work takes people who care. Today, we recognize and appreciate the dedication, effort, and teamwork that make a difference every day.

This student demonstrates that learning occurs everywhere. #SundayStudentSpotlight

Help young learners build strong math foundations! Join CESA 8 for a two-session workshop on counting, subitizing, and developmental trajectories. Designed for early childhood educators, special educators, interventionists & leaders. Register: https://tinyurl.com/w7m7c54a

Great work happens behind the scenes, too. Our team is continually looking for ways to improve, collaborate, and make what we do even better. Progress starts with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Students thrive when given meaningful opportunities. #SundayStudentSpotlight

✨ Connect. Collaborate. Strengthen literacy instruction. The CESA 8 Literacy Center Networks bring educators together to share ideas and build effective practices for student reading success. Register now: https://tinyurl.com/2veh6kbs

From interest to impact, Youth Apprenticeships opens doors. #SundayStudentSpotlight

As the new school year inches closer, we’re excited for all that’s ahead! 🍎📚 We invite you to watch this short video and learn more about who we are and how we support schools across our region.

🎥 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBwXEBNBHcg

We’re excited to announce that Jenny Ambrosius is part of the 26-27 @projunicorn Emerging Leaders Cohort! She’ll deepen her understanding of data interoperability while growing as a leader.

Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/yw7aa93d

This student is proof that learning happens everywhere. #WorkingWednesday

Everything CESA 8, right in your pocket! 📱 Download the CESA 8 app to stay connected with news, events, documents, staff information, notifications, and more. Find it today in the Apple App Store or Google Play! #CESA8

This is what collaboration looks like! 👏 The CESA 8 Leadership Team recently put ideas on the wall and process mapping into action. Taking a closer look at how we work helps us identify opportunities to improve, collaborate, and better serve our partners.