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‘Pride in my profession’: Wisconsin early childhood educator wins national award

In our latest blog, we share more about Jill’s journey to become an early childhood educator – and, this year, the honor of being one of the recipients of a national Terri Lynne Lokoff Award for outstanding achievements of child care professionals.

WEESSN in the National Spotlight

When Kelly Matthews first attended the National Shared Services Technical Conference in 2017, it was purely an information-gathering opportunity. In 2022, Kelly and seven other Wisconsin Early Education Shared Services Network (WEESSN) staff members attended to present Wisconsin as a model for innovation, collaboration and growth. What a difference five years makes.

Advancing Equity in Wisconsin's Education Workforce

Participants needed for a study that examines the lived experiences of early educators.

Sweeping Changes on the Way: REWARD and T.E.A.C.H. to Expand.

WECA is excited about several upcoming changes to the REWARD Wisconsin Stipend and T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood^® Wisconsin programs, thanks to significant funding increases.

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WEESSN knows child care, appreciates your dedication, and wants to help you be more efficient and spend more time doing what you love. Join WEESSN Tier 1 for free!

WECA’s Vast Impact

Read the newest Annual Report for key highlights and program insights from 2021 and our vision for a powerful future.

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Good Food for children and a financial boost for child care providers.

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Scholarship opportunities for early childhood educators.

Rewarding child care professionals for their commitment to the field.

Making lives of child care providers easier by streamlining administrative work.

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WECA has long been a leader in the push for bold change in early care and education in Wisconsin.

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