Registration Open! DPI-WASBO-WCASS Federal Funding Conference

WCASS is proud to partner with WDPI and WASBO for this annual conference on Title I and IDEA funding. The purpose of this conference is to provide school districts with the information they need, not only to be in compliance, but also to maximize their federal resources. This conference has been designed to “get everyone in the same room.” Districts are encouraged to send their Special Education Director or Director Designee, Title I program coordinator, and business office staff who work closely with special education and Title I funding.

• Date & Location: February 24-25, 2025 at the Kalahari Resort and Conference Center, Wisconsin Dells

• Highlights: Educational sessions on Title 1 and IDEA funding compliance. 

• Registration is open: Register Now! 

Welcome

The Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Services (WCASS) exists to serve Wisconsin’s Special Education and Student Services leaders. We recognize that while the context for the work varies, the commitment to ensure that each and every student has what they need to learn is common. WCASS was founded to meet the professional learning needs of our members. WCASS is the voice of our members in policy and legislative advocacy related to student services and special education. We are committed to supporting effective practices and are always focused on supporting our members. If we can ever be of service to you, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to serve you!

Mission: WCASS is an organization devoted to students and student services leaders through professional learning, policy and legislative advocacy, and professional networking. 

Vision: Be the most valuable organization for student services professionals in Wisconsin.

WCASS is committed to:

• being an organization that is safe and welcoming.

• valuing and honoring diverse experiences and ideas.

• creating a professional network of leaders to ensure connections and resource sharing.

• advocating so all students receive equitable academic, functional, and social/emotional opportunities.

• developing and sustaining collaborative relationships among organizations who serve Wisconsin’s students and their families.

• ensuring members have access to timely, relevant and useful professional learning.

We’re here to help! Contact us with your questions about membership, member learning or anything else we can do to support you. 

Gail Anderson,  Executive Director 

Phone: 608/204-9819