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THE WISCONSIN CHILD CARE ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION invites its members,

colleagues, and partners to the 2017 ANNUAL CONFERENCE!

On behalf of WCCAA, we are delighted to once again host this annual event which provides sustainable value to our attendees through excellent programming and content, networking, and scholarship-driven opportunities. Join fellow administrators, directors, owners, and champions of the child care industry to the 39th Annual WCCAA Conference, taking place Wednesday, February 22 through Friday, February 24, 2017 at The Osthoff Resort, in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.

For the first year, we also welcome members of the WISCONSIN AFTERSCHOOL ASSOCIATION (WAA) to our conference. Check out our workshop programs on Thursday, February 23 that are specifically designed to target administrators and owners that specialize in school-age child care. WAA members will receive the WCCAA member registration rates.

We are fortunate this year to feature two distinguished and dynamic keynote speakers: SCOTT LESNICK and THERESA FRENCH.

Scott Lesnick is a high content speaker who is motivational, informative, and educational in style and tone. Scott’s motivational and inspirational messages center around topics including: children, great leadership, generational and cultural inclusion, professional development, maximizing performance, and many more.

His memoir, “Kidjacked – A Father’s Story”, was published to critical acclaim. “Kidjacked” is the true account of how he accomplished the rescue of his two small children who were kidnapped to the Middle East!

Theresa French draws from her 20-plus years of “road tested, business approved” experience to fundamentally change organizations from the inside out. From leadership, communication, personal development, and designing growth plans, Theresa’s undeniable passion is clear: “To evoke growth for your organization through the power of your people.”

Your attendance and contributions to this conference are key to the success of not only our association, but also to the ROSIE BAKER SCHOLARSHIP FUND. It is beneficial for us to share our stories, challenges, and successes with each other. Therefore, please mark your calendars and be sure to register. You do not want to miss this conference!

Thank you in advance for your support of WCCAA and the 2017 Annual Conference.

Becky Helf Renae HenningPresident, WCCAA Conference Liaison, WCCAADirector, UWSP Child Learning & Care Center Administrator, Community Care Preschool & Child Care

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 20179:15 TO 10:15 AM

SCOTT LESNICK exemplifies the attributes of the “Never Give Up Guy” in many areas of his life. Over the years, the message of Persistence = Success has permeated the

way he has triumphed over challenges, grew as a leader and overcame adversity. As a keynote speaker and interactive breakout presenter, Scott motivates your audiences with his powerful and entertaining message plus powerful

actionable take-aways.

Scott amazingly devised a daring plan to reunite with his two small children who were kidnapped to the Middle East that had no laws requiring them to be

returned. This proved to be a significant test of both his resolve and the strength of his conviction. The abduction and how he retained custody of his children led to

the principles of tenacity and persistence displayed in his customized presentations.

Professionally, Scott has received numerous top sales and leadership management achievement awards at a Fortune 500, Berkshire-Hathaway owned company in a career spanning over 28 years. As a result of his sales training and on-the-job work

experience, Scott’s expertise will help you in growing relationships and inspiring sales and management staffs.

In addition, Scott has run the equivalent of 1,300 marathons over thirty years. As a motivational speaker, he has the energy, enthusiasm, knowledge and proven track record to ignite your group and handle any environment. Your team will grow as thought leaders and achievers.

Scott gives back by lending his professional skills to the Parenting Network, Wisconsin Father’s for Children and Family and other groups who need facilitation, development, or other types of volunteer work.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 20171:00 TO 2:00 PM

THERESA FRENCH is intuitive and compassionate, and she integrates her life experience, unique “keepin’ it real” perspective, and the

highest standards of coaching and speaking excellence to create truly life transforming experiences for her clients and audiences. As a business owner

for 15 years, entrepreneur, and committed community leader, Theresa is a certified relationship coach, and she brings an unmatched passion for empowering and equipping women with the navigational systems needed to create better relationships – beginning with the relationship and love affair they have with themselves.

Theresa combines humor and heart, intuition and intellect, and education and experience into a yummy ball of nourishing, yet challenging growth for her clients. Theresa is astute to the skills every woman needs to fully experience a life of deep

joy and satisfaction in the face of any external pressures and challenges. Theresa has an unwavering dedication to “keepin’ it real” in order to make her expertise accessible and applicable to audiences and clients alike. Using down-to-earth language, honesty, unwavering devotion to privacy, natural intuitive gifts, and

a sparkling sense of enthusiasm and passion, Theresa helps her clients learn to find ways to release and move beyond obstacles that inhibit their awareness and development.

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ANNUAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION & RATES2017 CONFERENCE RATES

Join fellow administrators, directors, owners, and champions of the child care industry at the 39th Annual WCCAA Conference, taking place Wednesday, February 22 through Friday, February 24, 2017, at The Osthoff Resort, in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.

APPLY FOR THE ROSIE BAKER SCHOLARSHIP!This scholarship provides administrators and directors financial support for training and education. The Rosemary Troia-Baker Scholarship is open to any

Individual, Affiliate, or Group member of WCCAA.

Applications can be found at www.wccaa.org and are due by Thursday, January 18, 2017. For further

information or questions, please contact Tammy Imme at tammy@appleridgeacademy.com.

SUPPORT WCCAA PROGRAMMING AND SCHOLARSHIPS!

Silent Auction – Winners of the silent auction will be announced Thursday evening after dinner. Proceeds from the auction help support the programming and operations of WCCAA. You are encouraged to donate items for the auction and to bid feverishly! To sign up to donate an item or for information on donating, please contact wccaa@teamwi.com.Raffles – Each WCCAA region will donate a goodie-filled raffle basket. Tickets for raffle baskets will be sold at the registration desk throughout the conference. These proceeds are dedicated to the Rosie Baker Scholarship fund. Raffle drawings will take place during lunch on Friday.

CONFERENCE SPECIAL EVENTSWednesday, February 22Author’s Night – Scott Lesnick and Theresa French, are both established authors. Join them and your peers for hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.

Thursday, February 23Vendor Exhibits – Conference attendees can visit vendor tables from 8 AM to 5 PM. For information on hosting a vendor table, please contact wccaa@teamwi.com.

Reception – Join and network with WCCAA members and conference attendees for a light reception and cash bar on Thursday evening.

Friday, February 24Region Meetings – Each region will host a brief meeting. A posting of meeting locations will be at the registration desk.

Center Tour – Meet in The Osthoff lobby by 9 AM to depart for a tour of Growing Generations, an Intergenerational Center, located in Plymouth, WI. Transportation will be provided, the cost to tour is $15, and advance registration is required.

Register TODAY! Early Bird Ends Friday, January 6, 2017!

Thank You to our WCCAA Sponsors!

One Day Member (Early Bird) $175Two Day Member (Early Bird) $225Three Day Member (Early Bird) $250

One Day Non-Member (Early Bird) $275Two Day Non-Member (Early Bird) $325Three Day Non-Member (Early Bird) $350

One Day Member (After Jan. 6) $220Two Day Member (After Jan. 6) $275Three Day Member (After Jan. 6) $300

One Day Non-Member (After Jan. 6) $325Two Day Non-Member (After Jan. 6) $375Three Day Non-Member (After Jan. 6) $400

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 201711:30 AM to 4:00 PM Registration Open12:30 PM to 4:45 PM Session 112:30 PM to 2:30 PM Session 2 (Runs concurrent with Session 1)2:45 PM to 4:45 PM Session 3 (Runs concurrent with Session 1)5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Author’s Night – Featuring Scott Lesnick and Theresa French

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 20177:00 AM to 5:00 PM Registration Open8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Vendor Exhibits Open7:30 AM to 8:45 AM Session 49:00 AM to 9:15 AM President’s Welcome9:15 AM to 10:15 AM Session 5 – Keynote by Scott Lesnick10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Session 612:00 PM to 1:45 PM Lunch & Vendor Visiting1:45 PM to 3:15 PM Session 73:30 PM to 5:00 PM Session 86:00 PM to 7:00 PM Dinner7:00 PM Silent Auction7:45 PM Reception

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 20177:30 AM to 9:00 AM Registration Open8:00 AM to 8:45 AM Region Meetings9:00 AM to 10:30 AM Center Tour9:00 AM to 10:30 AM Session 9 (Runs concurrent with Center tour)10:45 AM to 11:45 AM Session 10 – Licensing Updates by Anne Carmody, DCF11:45 AM to 12:45 PM Lunch, Awards, and Raffles1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Session 11 – Keynote by Theresa French2:00 PM to 2:15 PM President’s Closing

Register TODAY! Early Bird Ends Friday, January 6, 2017!

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Session 1 – 12:30 to 4:45 PM

Session 1A: Generations in the Workplace – Jenn Endries and Tony Possley, Rasmussen CollegeDiscuss the generation gap in corporate America today, what the causes are, and how each generation can work together to leverage each other’s strengths. This session will focus on gaining knowledge around each generation to learn more about ourselves, our co-workers, and our customers. It will also focus on the Millennials and Next Generations and how to keep them in our organizations.

Session 1B: 4Ever Learning to be a Competent Administrator/Director – Angel Stoddard, UW-MilwaukeeGwen Morgan said, “The director is the key to quality.” Together, we will explore a new framework of competencies designed for administrators and directors that take a deep and look into the knowledge, skills, and dispositions required to be effective and inspiring. Plan for engaging conversations around the work that you do, as well as reflective time to take a look at yourself as a leader and manager. You will walk away with a clear understanding of your strengths and areas for professional development.

Session 2 – 12:30 to 2:30 PM

Session 2A: Maintaining a Thinking Environment by Utilizing Your Veteran Staff – Kelly Zdanovec and Cheryl Rasmussen, Davis Child Care CenterThis workshop is designed to utilize the veterans on your teaching staff to keep the facility focused, energized, competitive, and exciting. This ensures teachers stay with the organization and build their careers. The focus will be on concrete ways to motivate staff to think outside the box to create excitement among their peers and families. This will demonstrate how keeping a “team” attitude can solidify your staff and the families will reap the benefits.

Session 2B: W.O.W. Basic Self Defense – DiAnn Stasik, Work Out World & Home FitnessThis seminar is for people at any fitness or skill level. Participants are introduced to basic self-defense: evasive maneuvers, open-hand counter defensive actions, and to use everyday objects. We will work in pairs to create practical situations and learn the seven essential strikes.

Session 3 – 2:45 to 4:45 PM

Session 3A: Higher Education…The Reward is in the Journey – Sue Vincent and Missy Schmeling, Encompass Early Education and CareAre you struggling to recruit qualified staff and maintain the higher education requirements of NAEYC and YoungStar? We will share our journey of strategically planning, implementing, and maintaining our success in supporting and developing a highly-educated early childhood workforce.

Session 3B: Designing Supportive Environments for Children who have Experienced Trauma – Michelle Weirich, Blackhawk Technical CollegeAre you working with children in your classroom who have experienced some type of trauma? This may include divorce, domestic violence, abuse, neglect, homelessness, incarceration of a caregiver, or living with a caregiver who abuses alcohol or drugs? If you answered yes, then this workshop is for you. In this workshop, you will discover the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences (ACES), the impact on a child’s development, and identify strategies in creating trauma-sensitive environments.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017

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Session 4 – 7:30 to 8:45 AM

Session 4A: It’s Not Just About Taking Out the Trash – Amy Tamsen, People GuruAs relationships unfold, feelings can be displaced, which can cause stress. We may not realize how deeply they are affecting so many layers of our lives. Our conversations will look at communication and our lens with which we “filter” our interactions. (But there will be no garbage duty.)

Session 4B: Keeping a Good Reputation – Janice Borchart, Little Saints Child Care CenterWhat keeps parents bringing their children to your program? Why would a parent tell others about what your program is doing? What does cost have to do with quality? This session will focus on knowing your vision and sticking to it!

Session 4C: Communication: Own with Your Tone – Missy Dieterich, Work & Family ConsultingListen up! In this workshop, you will obtain the tools to effectively communicate with your staff, so they are actually listening to you and not just hearing you. Learn how to give respect so you can gain respect. If your words are going in one ear and out the other, you won’t want to miss this session!

Session 4D: A New Way of Thinking about Child Care Classrooms: The Continuous Care Model – Haley Hennlich, SonShine Learning CenterAs early childhood educators, we want to serve and educate our students to their highest potential. What if you could increase their potential and ability to learn by how your teaching team is structured? We will work together on the research, functionality, and potential implementation of the Continuous Care Model.

Session 4E: Are We Speaking the Same Language? – Ann-Marie St. John, Apple Ridge AcademyAre you a doer, thinker, influencer, or connector? What may seem to be a simple conversation is actually a process that can have obstacles at every stage. In this session, we will discuss what effective communication is, why it is important, and find solutions to overcome the obstacles!

Session 4F: Culturally Responsive Teaching in Early Childhood Classrooms – Michele Turner, Next Level Consulting & TrainingThis is an interactive workshop that provides tools to help early childhood educators clarify their roles, identify their unintended biases, and recognize the importance of providing a culturally-relevant environment and curriculum for all young children, regardless of background. This session also helps providers learn how to build a bridge between each child’s family and society.

Session 4G: Will Your Business Survive a Disaster? The Steps to Take Beyond Insurance – Dan Riedel, Woller-AngerAs an owner or director, the work you’ve done makes your center a success. What would you do if your center were impacted by a disaster such as tornado, fire, flood, or other loss? Would your business survive? On average, 25% of businesses never reopen after a disaster! Developing an appropriate preparedness program can mean the difference between we’ve reopened or we’re out of business! This session will inform you how to make your program be one of the 75% that reopen.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2017

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Session 5 – 9:15 to 10:15 AM

Kidjacked: Kids, Education, and the Never Give Up Perspective – Scott Lesnick, 2017 Conference Keynote

Session 6 – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Session 6A: Essential Elements of Day Camp Success – Katie Roth, Kettle Moraine YMCA

Successful day-to-day operations of day camp programming begins with the 10 essential elements. These essential elements set the stage for a strong foundation and

build toward future growth and expansion. In this session, learn to identify, develop, and manage these essential elements of your day camp program.

Session 6B: The One Tool that Dramatically Improved our Entire Program: The Teaching Cycle – Sandra Briesath & Heidi Gaugert, Peace Lutheran PreschoolWith more than 25 years of experience working in early childhood, Sandra and Heidi will present the one tool that has led to a dramatic transformation in how they deliver preschool programming and run their classrooms: The Teaching Cycle. The Teaching Cycle can be adapted to meet most early childhood curricula and philosophies.

Session 6C: Mission Not-So-Impossible – Missy Dieterich, Work & Family ConsultingEnrollment, staffing, and relationship building is not mission impossible! If you want to feel more confident in the operations and publicity of your center, then this workshop is for you. Learn how to carry out and make known the mission and vision of your center in a way that will make it shine above the rest!

Session 6D: Implementing Your Facebook Marketing Plan – INTRODUCTION – Dave Linsmeier, Child Care Business Solutions & Dan Riedel, Woller-AngerYou have a Facebook page. Now what? Learn the basics of Facebook marketing including what to post, when to post, the basics of boosting a post, and more.

Session 6E: Hiring for Keeps – Jen Kovach, JLK Training and ConsultingStaff turnover is expensive, time consuming, and unfortunately pretty common. Hiring the right staff is key. Ask the right interview questions, provide the right training, establish ground rules, and pair teachers together to help to eliminate turnover to build a strong and successful team! We will also look at scheduling, shift changing, and growth opportunities for teachers.

Session 6F: Fundraising with Families – Alissa Brooks, Parents Cooperative PreschoolAre you in need of a fundraiser for your center? Are you wondering the best way to maximize your earnings with the least amount of work for your families? Join this session for pointers and ideas to help you get the most out of fundraising.

Session 6G: The Power of Play Explained to Parents – Angel Stoddard, UW-Milwaukee“She plays at home. When she’s here, I want her to learn,” and “Why aren’t you teaching him the alphabet and how to read?” If you hear these questions from parents and aren’t quite sure how to answer, this workshop is for you. Leave with

School-Age Session!

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practical ways to show and explain to parents why play is critical to their child’s development. Explain the value of play through the lens of 5 domains, use a common language to describe play, and understand why parents are hesitant to support play-based curriculum.

Session 7 – 1:45 to 3:15 PM

Session 7A: Culture & Performance – PART 1 – Kim Fabich, Work & Family Consulting and Michael Fabich, Foxwood AssociatesIs your organizational culture working for you or against you? Organizational culture has a significant impact on every aspect of your program and its performance. In this session, we will look into how culture is formed, how to embed it into your program, and how it becomes a self-reinforcing component of your business.

Session 7B: OMG! Do I Really Have to do Teacher Evaluations Again? – Sandra Briesath & Suzanne DuChateau, Peace Lutheran PreschoolDiscover how to make annual teacher evaluations painless and productive. Learn how to engage teachers in a collaborative review of performance and take the opportunity for praise. Honest

discussions of performance lead to professional development plans that help to heighten quality in the classroom, with parents, with peers, and your program.

Session 7C: Building Stronger Relationships with Families – Tina Ginner, Learning StylesThis workshop will help explore your current relationships with families. Personal biases and assumptions will be examined to show how you could be sabotaging the day-to-day interactions with the families. Come, take a step back, and find new, deeper connections to the families and children.

Session 7D: Implementing Your Facebook Marketing Plan – INTERMEDIATE – Dave Linsmeier, Child Care Business Solutions & Dan Riedel, Woller-AngerThis workshop goes beyond the basics and will explore how to create an audience, strategies on sharing posts, creating events, ad campaigns, Facebook insights, and more.

Session 7E: Bullies Need Friends Too – Jen Kovach, JLK Training and ConsultingThis workshop focuses on working with children who act like bullies, those who are victims of bullies, and those who are bystanders to bullying. Learn what role the adult has in dealing with bullies and what teachers can do to help all three of these groups of children.

Session 7F: Finding Your “Happy-Ness” – In the Pursuit of Excellence – Martha Harrison, UPH-Meriter Children’s CenterLearn personal management strategies that bring forth the best we have to offer to the field of early childhood education.

Session 7G: Developing High Quality Inclusive Programs – Michelle Ogorek, DPIDo you have children in your center with disabilities? Do you want to learn more about successfully supporting them and their families? This interactive workshop will provide information on what it takes to develop a high-quality program that supports ALL children through the use of inclusive practices.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2017

School-Age Session!

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Session 7H: eParenting Little Ones Childcare Center Partnership Project – Pattie Carroll, Kristen Bruder, and Brook Berg, UW-ExtensionBuilding relationships and sharing information with parents can be difficult—especially when it comes to a topic like digital media use and their little ones! Join this session to learn about the University of Wisconsin-Extension’s “eParenting Little Ones” program, which is an innovative way to share important information with parents through video-based, micro-learning opportunities.

Session 8 – 3:30 to 5:00 PM

Session 8A: Culture & Performance – PART 2 – Kim Fabich, Work & Family Consulting and Michael Fabich, Foxwood AssociatesThe organizational culture of your program has a significant impact on every aspect of your business and its performance. This impact can be either positive or negative. If you are not managing your program culture, it is managing you! We will look into how culture is formed, how it is embedded into your program through onboarding systems for new hires, communication and customer service, and

how it becomes a self-reinforcing component of your business.

Session 8B: Mud, Snow, and the Smell of Fresh Cut Grass – Christine Kuntz, UW-Stevens PointThe outdoor environment is an important part of early childhood education. Join us for a review of the research and explore new ideas of how to make your program bloom outdoors.

Session 8C: Motivating, Managing, and Mentoring Multi-Generations – Scott LesnickSuccessfully blending the five generations currently in the child care workplace can be a tall order. Your leadership is the key! Our goal is to help support happier, more productive employees, while also maintaining focus on our children. This interactive session covers strategic methods of improving employee morale, improving operational efficiency, increasing employee retention, and improving employee productivity. You will learn how to find it, how to harness it, and how to keep it.

Session 8D: They’re Here All Day: Is Your Summer Program Ready for School-Age Kids? – Jen Kovach, JLK Training and ConsultingSchool is out for summer, which means full days for the school-age children! Are you ready? Learn how to design

School-Age Session!

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a summer program specifically for older children that will keep them busy, provide learning opportunities, and most of all – allow them to have fun!

Session 8E: Delivering “Winning” Family & Parent Events – Bev Schumacher, Learning PropsWell-designed events are powerful in building relationships with parents and families. This session will discuss elements for you to consider in designing events that attract families, while also reaching the goals you intend to achieve.

Session 8F: Sensational Staff Meetings – Jacqueline Ward, PleasanTime Child Care CenterStaff meetings can be fun! You will leave with themes, games, communication tools, and more that will bring your meeting from a snore to sensational. You will be the rock star of your center.

Session 8G: Managing the Upset and Fits (Theirs and Ours) With Conscious Discipline® – Kay Lynne Zastrow, Teaching Loving Discipline, LLPDoes it seem as if the slightest disappointment will transport some children into a whirlwind of emotional and physical upset? In this lively workshop, you will learn immediately useable Conscious Discipline® strategies designed to increase your self-regulation and that of others, (staff, parents, and children) of any age. Bring back or enhance within your site, the joy found in working with children with these valuable Conscious Discipline® skills.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Session 9 – 9:00 to 10:30 AM

Session 9A: Inspiring Change – Theresa FrenchChange is something that excites people who love opportunities for growth, to see and learn about new things, or who like to shift the status quo. Some changes, however, are harder to adjust to and lead to expressions of resistance and anger. We can take concrete steps to make changes more palatable by understanding hesitations, enlisting the help of others, setting up plans, and managing stressors. These steps can also ensure that desired changes are implemented successfully. In this workshop, you will learn how to manage and cope with change and how to help those around you too.

Session 9B: Managing Workplace Conflict – Kathleen Monson and Glenn Monson, Mary Linsmeier SchoolsThis workshop will discuss the nature and types of workplace conflict. It will teach you how to identify and adapt your own personal conflict management style to various situations both in and out of the child care workplace for successful resolution.

Session 9C: 2017-18 YoungStar Evaluation Criteria and Updates, Bridget Cullen, DCFThis session will present YoungStar updates for the upcoming year. There will be opportunities to ask questions and network with other similar programs around indicators in the Evaluation Criteria.

Session 9D: Challenging Behaviors: Do We Really Have to Say Goodbye? – Jodi Oye and Leah Smet, Agnesian Healthcare Treffert AcademyThis session will discuss challenging behaviors in preschool-aged children and provide administrators and staff the resources to work with the behaviors to reduce the number of children that are dismissed from centers for behavioral reasons. Learn how Treffert Academy has created an inclusive classroom setting for all abilities, including children on the Autism spectrum and other behavioral challenges.

Session 9E: Vision Brings Success – Caroline Jens, Launch Now AgencyAs quoted by Tony Robbins, “Where your focus goes, energy flows.” What if your staff and leadership team were focused on one unified vision? The amount of energy into achieving that focus would be multiplied and gain such momentum that there would be no doubt your team could obtain their goal. Learn how to develop a vision that will unify and excite your team. Once you’ve developed your concept, learn how to implement and get your team engaged. This in turn, will make your center more successful because you will have happier, engaged staff, working together toward one vision.

Session 9F: Wages, Benefits, Education, and Turnover: What We Know and Where We Go – Peggy Haack, WECAWorkforce issues are once again coming to the forefront of our profession. This session will showcase the surprising and not-so-surprising results of the 2016 Wisconsin Workforce Study. Share your story and engage in the conversation about the role compensation plays in professionalizing our field. We’ll discuss ideas on how to use this information in your program and in your community.

Session 10 – 10:45 to 11:45 AM

Licensing Updates – Anne Carmody, DCF

Session 11 – 1:00 to 2:00 PM

Motivating the “What’s in it for me?” Workforce – Theresa French, 2017 Conference Keynote

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Name: ______________________________________ Position/Title: ___________________________________

Organization: ________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________ City: ___________________ Zip: ________

County: _____________________ WCCAA Region #: ___________________

Work Number: ( ____ ) ___________ Cell Number:( _____ ) ______________

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Workshop SelectionPlease enter workshop letter (i.e., workshop 1A) selection for each session

Wednesday, Feb. 22 Thursday, Feb. 23 Friday, Feb. 24Session 1: _______ Session 4: _______ Session 9: _______Session 2: _______ Session 6: _______ Session 3: _______ Session 7: _______ Session 8: _______

Conference Fees Member Rate Non-Member Rate Member Rate Non-Member Rate After 1/6/17 After 1/6/17One Day $175 $275 $220 $325Two Days $225 $325 $275 $375Three Days $250 $350 $300 $400

Please indicate which days & activities you will be participating in:Wednesday, Feb. 22_____ Attending this day

Thursday, Feb. 23_____ Attending this day

Friday, Feb. 24_____ Attending this day_____ Participating in center tour (additional $15)

Online registration is available through our website at www.wccaa.org. Register online to pay by credit card.

Conference Fee $ _______New/Renewal Membership $ _______Center Tour $15TOTAL $ _______

Mail checks payable to:WCCAAW175 N11117 Stonewood Dr., Suite 204, Germantown, WI 53022

If you have any dietary or allergy restrictions, please list them here: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Cancellation PolicyAll cancellations must

be submitted in writing. Requests received prior to

1/6/17 are refundable. NO REFUNDS AFTER 1/6/17.

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WCCAA Membership Form Please check only one (Please provide one copy per member): New Individual Membership - $80.00 New Friend of WCCAA - $60.00 Renewing Individual - $80.00 Renewing Friend of WCCAA - $60.00 Vendor - $250.00 Not Renewing (indicate reason) ______________ Group – ($80.00 for first three members, $50.00 for any additional beyond three) WCCAA/Early Learning Leaders Affiliate Membership - $165.00 (pays both memberships)

Membership Categories:

Individual: Owns, operates, administers, and/or those who work directly in providing child care services and/or those who have retired from a licensed or legally exempt group child care center or centers and/or preschool in the state of Wisconsin. Any person who is directly providing child care services MUST choose this category. This is a voting membership and eligible for scholarships.

Friends of WCCAA: Any other individual that does not fall into the previous category, but who is a child care advocate. "Friends" will receive a WCCAA newsletter and get access to and discounts on trainings. This is a non-voting membership and not eligible for scholarships.

Group: Will be open to group child care programs that have three or more members from the same agency (must have the same Federal ID #). If the same group site/program/center/agency wants more than three members, the group rate would go into effect. All group members have voting privileges and are eligible for scholarships.

WCCAA/Early Learning Leaders Affiliate: A joint partnership between WCCAA and another organization committed to professionalism and/or quality early care and education. WCCAA members have the option to be an Affiliate member of the Association for Early Learning Leaders by paying an additional $85.00. The regular yearly membership with the Association of Early Learning Leaders is $130.00, so this is discounted by $45.00. The Association for Early Learning Leaders is the nation's leader among associations serving child care owners, directors, and administrators. Early Learning Leaders is also the sponsor of NAC Accreditation. (Please fill out additional form on page 2 if applying for this membership). This is a voting membership and eligible for scholarships.

Vendor: Shall be open to any businesses who want to support WCCAA and participate in various forms of sponsorship. Privileges will be detailed in membership section of the WCCAA website. This is a non-voting membership and not eligible for scholarships.

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101 Osthoff AveElkhart Lake, WI 53020

Room Reservations – To reserve your room at The Osthoff, call (800) 876-3399 and press prompt #1. State that you are with Wisconsin Child Care Administrators and an agent will book your reservation at the group room block pricing. Reservations must be made by January 22, 2017 to ensure the price discount. Limited number of rooms remaining!

Room Rates1 Bedroom Suite & Run of House $82 per night2 Bedroom Woodland Suite $109 per night

Restaurants – The Osthoff Resort features two on-site restaurants, Lola’s on the Lake and Otto’s. Menus will be located at the registration desk for your viewing. This would be a great opportunity to socialize with WCCAA members and colleagues, while enjoying a nice meal in a beautiful, comfortable, and convenient location. Reservations encouraged.

Aspira Spa – With more than 40 workshops and sessions, we know that you will need time to rejuvenate. The Osthoff ’s on-site Aspira Spa, is offering discounted rates to WCCAA Annual Conference attendees. Book your appointment in advance!

To make an appointment, please contact Elizabeth Rumpff at (920) 876-5868 or erumpff@osthoff.com. All appointments must be booked by February 1, 2017.

Essential Manicure, 25 minutes $32

Essential Pedicure, 25 minutes $48

Aromatic Relaxation Massage, 50 minutesThis light-pressured massage uses long, soothing strokes and the aromatherapy of essential oils to achieve total calm and relaxation $95

Traditional Facial, 50 minutesThis facial uses steam and massage of the face and neck, followed by a moisturizing mask. $95

Swedish Tonic Massage, 50 minutesA physiological massage delivered with medium pressure, this massage increases circulation and flexibility. $105

Biodynamic Facial, 50 minutesThis ultimate anti-aging treatment is a collection of biodynamic ingredients that contain 40-60% more anti-aging benefits. This treatment includes exfoliation, extractions, two customized treatment masks, massage for the face, neck, shoulders, hands, and arms, recreating that youthful look. $105

Yoga Class, 60 minutesPrivate one-on-one or group sessions available. $10 per person

WCCAAW175 N1117 Stonewood DriveSte. 204Germantown, Wisconsin 53022