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Session 1, Wednesday PM |
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Kimberly Ramsey and Amy Mittelstaedt, Ferrucci Junior High
POWER ON! Does you school climate need a boost? Does your school community need to be more inclusive? Do you want your students to feel more connected? This session will introduce you to a school wide program that is more than a theme for the year, but a plan to implement lasting positive change in the climate of your school. You can take away from this workshop an entire program or just a few ideas. It is up to you how much you choose to do. We will be reviewing our presentation from last year and also showing you how the program has grown and will continue to grow.
amittelstaedt@puyallup.k12.wa.us
kramsey@puyallup.k12.wa.us
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Marty Fortin, Cispus Learning Center
Activities that set the tone for your meeting. This session will have you actively learning
different ways to set the tone for the meetings you conduct for both students and adults.
fortin@cispus.org
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Mac Bledsoe, Parenting with Dignity
Followi-up with Mac after his keynote address
http://parentingwithdignity.com/getmac/email_mac.htm |
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Sue Fisk , Nine Mile Falls High School
Are you a bookkeeper or secretary in charge of management of ASB funds? Do you sometimes get frustrated or challenged in your role? Would you like to connect with others who do your job, and learn their tricks of the trade? If the answer is yes, then this session is for you. At this roundtable discussion we will look at the hot topics of ASB bookkeeping and examine creative ways at resolving some of the issues associated with them. Bring your questions and be prepared to share your great ideas with others.
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Dick Caldwell , Marysville Pilchuck High School
Join us for hot topics in the High School. We will share, ask questions and borrow new ideas from others.
Dick_Caldwell@msvl.k12.wa.us |
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Session 2, Thursday AM |
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Cari Johnson, Cascade Middle School
Those of us in the leadership world usually do more than just leadership. We wear many hats, one
of those being a teacher in another curricular area. Come to this session to find out some cool games and energizers for your classrooms. These can be great for advisory, regular classroom, PE classes AND SO MUCH MORE. I was fortunate enough to be introduced to a wonderful resource by a good friend and I want to pass this awesome resource and it's benefits on to you. Come ready to move, laugh and have a lot of fun.
cjohnson@auburn.wednet.edu
Go to the Fitkidsnc.com website for resources used in this session. |
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Stacy Lewis, Mount Vernon High School
Assemblies: Top to Bottom gives advisors tips to direct students in their quest to create spirited, positive, and meaningful assemblies for their student body. This session presents techniques for the pre, during, and post elements of great assemblies.
slewis@mv.k12.wa.us |
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Clare Padelford, Prosser High School
Freshman camp has been happening at PHS since 1996. It is a unique way for Freshmen to learn about being a Mustang and a way for upper classmen to be a mentor. Come hear about an all day orientation that is student driven.
clare.padelford@prosserschools.org
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Ty Reed , Totem Middle School
You will learn that your sound system can be used in a variety of ways that can help you raise money or put on more effective assemblies. You will get ideas how to incorporate teaching your students how to use a sound system in your leadership class and then be able grow your system and its use.
ty_reed@msvl.k12.wa.us
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Caity Karapostoles, Sequim Middle School
Planning ahead and using the proper forms can relieve you of the problems created by an under documented event. Starting a new club? Want a way to be sure everyone involved knows about your upcoming event? Need a good way to document sales? How about an auditor friendly was to document all the activity in your various ASB accounts on a monthly basis? You will leave this session with examples of forms and some Excel basics.
Caityk@sequim.k12.wa.us |
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Kevin Cummings, Stephanie Giustino, Amanda Peterson, Tom Spane---Aylen Junior High
Come learn about simple ways to involve your student body and reach out to the community Pride Day Event, Tips for a successful Honor Society, Donuts for Dads/Muffins for Moms "Drives" Penny, Food, Flood Relief, Art Club, Sound Crew
sgiustino@puyallup.k12.wa.us |
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Eleanor Schulze, Gig Harbor High School
Teaching leadership for the first time? Come get some grading and curriculum ideas from a 32 year veteran. This is your gold mine!
schulzee@peninsula.wednet.edu |
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Kevin Judkins and Vince Ivelia, Snohomish High School
Come learn about a club that has a school wide impact and one that anyone can be included. RAKE (Random Acts of Kindness, Ect) was started by a student leader two years ago and has grown into one of our largest and most popular clubs. More than just a one time act, this club keeps the kindness going year round. Come hear what ideas our students have come up with and be prepared to share any ideas your school has had success with.
kevin.judkins@sno.wednet.edu |
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Kim Stewart, Mountlake Terrace High School
Come hear the major changes HB 5093 will have on the future of funding and what we can do to save our programs through SB 6537.
stewartk@edmonds.wednet.edu
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Kevin Ryan, W. F. West High School
This session will provide community service lesson ideas and curriculum structure for leadership and ASB classes. This session will hopefully inspire teachers to create community and school leaders that "serve first."
kryan@chehalis.k12.wa.us |
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Session 3: Thursday PM |
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Lana Yenne, Yelm Middle School
Be prepared to shake your groove thing. Get your group to mix and mingle using creative music to old dances. You can use them as icebreakers, energizers or ways to get people involved at you assemblies. Don't miss out on a great active session.
lana_yenne@ycs.wednet.edu |
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John Norlin, Summer High School
This workshop is for anyone interested in teaching a very powerful, meaningful and effective leadership curriculum that empowers students, challenges their paradigms, and gives a very clear answer to the question, "How do I develop influence in my school?". This will change the climate of your school!!! Resources and handouts available.
john_norlin@sumner.wednet.edu
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Mary Taylor, Tumwater Middle School
Join us for a roundtable discussion of what works in your ASB office. Lets help each other make our jobs easier and increase our working relationships with the staff and students we serve.
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Russ Peak, Tumwater Middle School
Learn how to challenge your school leadership to bring out the best in their friends, their peers, and themselves as they learn the 4 "A"s: Acceptance Approval Appreciation & Attitude Attendees will walk away with incredible techniques to motivate your student councils to take their school to a whole new level.
russpeak@verizon.net |
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Emily Chilson, Lake Stevens High School
Advisors can discover ideas on how to set up a 3-day camp dedicated to team building, getting to know each other, and learning the basics of Leadership class. Ideas for themes, activities, a general schedule, and logistics will be covered and example handouts will be available.
emily_chilson@lkstevens.wednet.edu
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Scott Rosberg, Granger Middle and High School
Great coaches have established, working philosophies by which they operate. Their philosophies are their guides to where they are going and how they plan to get there. This workshop is designed to help athletic directors and coaches develop and examine the three philosophies necessary to build their programs: general coaching philosophy, sport-specific philosophy, and playing time philosophy.
srosberg@gsd.wednet.edu |
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Alyssa St. Hilaire, Kamiakin High School
This session will give you information about transitioning from paper ballots to online elections. This process is easy for advisors to organize and students to access. Who knew elections could be so easy and effective!
alyssa.sthilaire@ksd.org |
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Susan Fortin, AWSP Student Leadership
Student leadership programs are feeling the crunch of less time, fewer resources and a “battle for place” in today’s standards-based schools. Explore philosophy, models and current initiatives to help elevate the position of your leadership program. Leave this session with strategies and talking points for improved dialog with your administration as to the importance of a solid student leadership program.
susanf@awsp.org |
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Session 4, Sponsor Spotlight, Thursday PM |
Lifetouch has been the leader in the school portrait industry for over 73 years. We will share strategies with you to help support and enhance what you do everyday in your buildings. We will also share programs that Lifetouch has developed to help build self esteem and improve student safety at school and in the home. In addition we will share "WOW" with you; Spectacular, industry changing, photography. WOW is the product that parents and students want to create exciting and everlasting memories of their schools years.
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Premier is the recognized leader in innovative student personal effectiveness products that help to inspire, motivate and prepare students for a lifetime of success. These include elementary level anti-bullying and character education programs, the middle level Premier Go Program*, and products to inspire and engage educators and students through The 7 Habits®.
www.premieragendas.com |
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FunRent is the leading provider of inflatable amusement rides and related services to schools throughout Washington and North/Central Oregon. We’ve been in business for more than 20 years and understand the ins and outs of school events. See why well over 300 schools rely on FunRent for their field days, carnivals, and special events.
Our inventory includes hundreds of inflatables (slides, obstacle courses, bouncers, and interactives), carnival games, fun food concessions, and much more. FunRent is a longtime supporter of WACA and is proud to be a 2008 Gold Level Sponsor. Put our school experience to work for you. Over the years, we’ve tailored our rental inventory to meet the special needs of schools. Our focus is on equipment that provides the necessary participant throughput, creates great fun and excitement, and avoids unnecessary risks. Our delivery staff always sets up and takes down your equipment – we never rely on parent, teacher, or student volunteers. We furnish insurance certificates at no cost and are ready to provide any help we can to make your event the best ever. Give us a call and experience the FunRent difference. Check us out on the web at www.funrent.com. You can contact us by phone (877-470-3700) or email (info@funrent.com).
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QSP, Inc is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Reader’s Digest and is the world’s leader in youth fund raising. QSP, Inc. has raised over 3.5 billion dollars for kids in its storied 44 year history. Here in the state of Washington we have 8 dedicated, service oriented professionals with over 85 years combined experience to meet your individual fund raising needs. Whether it’s our industry leading full service magazine program, our Gift and Holiday program, our Chocolate or Cookie Dough program, QSP Inc. continues to be the leader and preeminent choice of schools and organizations across the country. Why? Because QSP makes it easier to accomplish your fund raising needs through its innovative and best selling products, the best incentives and prize options available for
students and world class customer service.
We are very proud to be a 2008 Sponsor and a 37 year partner of the WACA organization.
http://www.qsp.com/ |
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Jim Young, a former Jr. High and High School Band Director, has been applying his award-winning teaching experience to the secondary school fundraising arena for the past eight years. Youth Enrichment Services is a local result-oriented fundraising company with an unmatched track record, when it comes to increasing a school's bottom line profit and overall satisfaction. With a student- centered approach and a serious focus on service. Y.E.S Fundraising has separated themselves from the competition. Learn about how Jim and his son, Randy apply their teaching experience and the Y.E.S. fundraising success formula.
http://www.yes-fundraising.com/
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At Dynamic Photography, our passions are photography and a commitment to our community. Our 15,000 square feet of studio space allows us to meet many of your photographic needs. Our core products include school and sports team photography on site at schools and fields around the region alongside high school senior, corporate and family portraits in our studio. We take advantage of the latest technology like digital imaging, photo retouching, choice of background colors, creative
composite images and unique, personalized merchandise.
http://www.dynamic-photography.com/ |
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Session 5, Thursday PM |
Caity Karapostoles, Sequim Middle School
In this session I will introduce you to the world of PVC pipe and fittings and demonstrate a number of ways this functional product can be used in ASB activities. PVC is a wonderful material that has many uses, is easily reusable and is fairly inexpensive. It is both sturdy and flexible to use. I am sureafter seeing some of the possibilities you will come up with new ways to put PVC to work for you!
Caityk@sequim.k12.wa.us |
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Ryan Akiyama, Granite Falls High School
School dances are often the bane of activity advisors existence, but with careful planning they can become one of the most potent ingredients in your school activity program’s recipe for success. Attend this session if you would like to discuss real-life strategies to make more Money, provide more Options for a diverse student body, see more Responsible behavior, and create more Enjoyment for students, staff, and administration.
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Tim Turner, Are you looking for something different for your leadership class? This session will introduce you to a variety of activities on the internet which you can use to set the tone, introduce a concept, start a discussion, spark a debate, or fill that half hour when your kids have finished all their work. These web finds are thought-provoking, inspirational, and some are just for fun.
tim.turner@rsd.edu
Download the session handout at: www.wacaonline.org/coolwebfinds.htm |
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Sue Metzler, Mariner High School
Participants will see agendas and planning for three different kinds of retreats: 3 day retreat, mini (12 hours) and extended (start in August, continue at points throughout the year). Participants will have the opportunity to participate in an idea share and begin custom designing a retreat for their officers.
metzlersm@mukilteo.wednet.edu
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Mary Taylor, Tumwater Middle School
What have you learned from the auditors visits? Share your tricks, and strategies that keeps the auditor happy.
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Russ Peak, Tumwater Middle School
Learn how to challenge your school leadership to bring out the best in their friends, their peers, and themselves as they learn the 4 "A"s: Acceptance Approval Appreciation & Attitude Attendees will walk away with incredible techniques to motivate your student councils to take their school to a whole new level.
russpeak@verizon.net |
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Joe Fenbert, AWSP Student Leadership
Students are living in a cyberspace world unknown to many adults. Three short student produced videos regarding life in cyberspace will generate discussion and practical communication lessons using metaphorfrom cyberspace will be presented.
joef@awsp.org
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Scott Rosberg, Granger High and Middle School
Playing time is the most emotionally charged issue coaches will deal with in their careers. This presentation is designed to help coaches prepare for this issue by offering guidance on a playing time philosophy for all levels of play and then communicating that philosophy to the stakeholders within the program: assistant coaches, athletes, and parents.
srosberg@gsd.wednet.edu |
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