Every day, purpose turns ordinary tasks into extraordinary outcomes for schools.
#PeopleWithPurpose
2 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Terri Olson graphic
American Education Week reminds us that strong schools build strong communities. Thank you to the educators, staff, and families who inspire learning every day! 🍎💙 #AEW #EducationMatters
2 months ago, Dean Leisgang
American Education Week graphic
Partnerships that make a difference! Green Bay Correctional Institution’s donation of 1,000+ handmade hats helps students across our region stay warm this winter. 🧶👏 https://www.cesa8.k12.wi.us/article/2517002
2 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Group poses with winter hats that were donated to school children.
Continuous learning = continuous impact! đź’Ş
Our OTs and PTs spent time collaborating and learning new strategies to help students reach their fullest potential. We’re proud of their dedication! 👏 #LeadersInEducationalExcellence
2 months ago, Dean Leisgang
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Speech professionals connected at CESA 8 for an engaging networking session focused on sharing resources, exploring AI, and advancing best practices.
#ProfessionalGrowth
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Large group work with Speech Pathologists at CESA 8.
Small group work with Speech Pathologists at CESA 8.
Speech Pathologists work on a table top exercise.
Speech Pathologists work on a table top exercise.
Kindness costs nothing but means everything. Today, we celebrate kindness in action because every kind word, gesture, and deed helps build a better world. 🌟 #WorldKindnessDay #ChooseKindness
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
World Kindness Day graphic
Lights, camera, collaboration! 🎥 Director of Communications Dean Leisgang visited the Clintville School District to film for an upcoming profile video. Thank you for your hospitality and for showcasing the amazing work happening in your schools! 🌟
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Dean Leisgang filming an interview.
Student holding a clapper board.
Elementary students posing for a selfie with Dean.
Elementary students hold up their art.
A person holding a clapper board.
A person holding a clapper board.
A person holding a clapper board.
A person holding a clapper board.
A person holding a clapper board.
We are grateful for this incredible group of Superintendent Administrative Assistants who came together to share ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen support for district leadership. Collaboration at its best! #LeadersInEducationalExcellence
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
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To our veterans: Thank you for your sacrifice, strength, and service. Today and every day, we honor you. #VeteransDay #Respect
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
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Purpose means believing in potential before it is proven and investing in futures before they unfold.
#PeopleWithPurpose
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
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Sweet success! 🍰 Gabrielle Herzog from Shawano takes home the October Picture for a Pie win! 📸 Want to be next month’s winner? Submit your November photos of CESA 8 staff in your districts or professional development sessions, and you could earn your own slice of fame (and OJ's pie and t-shirt)!
Details: https://www.cesa8.k12.wi.us/article/2392100
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
November picture for a pie graphic
November is Native American Heritage Month . A time to reflect, learn, and celebrate the diverse cultures and contributions of Native peoples past and present.
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
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Today, we celebrate the thinkers, tinkerers, creators, and innovators of tomorrow! National STEM/STEAM Day reminds us that great ideas come from exploring, questioning, and imagining. 🚀🔧🎨
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
National STEM day post
In the news... Delegation visits SCHS to talk with students, staff
https://www.newmedia-wi.com/dpi-notices-high-schools-work-career-college-readiness
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
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#NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek may be ending, but our appreciation for our amazing school psychologists never does! đź’™ Thank you for your compassion, advocacy, and dedication to the success of every student. đź‘Ź
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
National school psychology week graphic

Don’t miss out! Nominations for the 2026 Teacher Fellowship Award close November 11. ✍️
Join us in honoring excellence in education by nominating an outstanding teacher & highlighting the amazing work they do every day.
Nominate: www.kohleducation.org/teacherfellowship

3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
2026 Teacher Fellowship Award graphic

The Northwoods YA Consortium was proud to have Alyssa Kurth from Coleman High School represent our consortium at the Academic and Career Planning (ACP) Roundtable, hosted by the Northeast WI Manufacturing Alliance. Alyssa joined other students in sharing how Youth Apprenticeships are shaping their futures.

3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
YA students speaking on a panel at Lambeau Field.

📸 Got your camera ready?
Capture a CESA 8 team member in action, submit it for use on social media, and you are entered to win a fresh OJ’s pie 🥧 + a shirt!
Simple as Snap. Scan. Submit.

Details: https://www.cesa8.k12.wi.us/article/2392100
Submission link: https://tinyurl.com/r75azp9c

3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Picture for a Pie graphic
Powerful insights at CESA 8’s Elementary Reading Network! Darla and Crystal led the group through the four pillars of learning—attention, engagement, feedback, and consolidation—showing how intentional practice leads to stronger reading outcomes for all learners.
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
Elementary teacher networking small group work at CESA 8.
Elementary teacher networking small group work at CESA 8.
Elementary teacher networking small group work at CESA 8.
Elementary teacher networking small group work at CESA 8.
Elementary teacher networking small group work at CESA 8.
Education is a team effort. Purpose is what unites us all in the service of learning and growth.
#PeopleWithPurpose
3 months ago, Dean Leisgang
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