CESA 5, in conjunction with the WI DPI and discretionary grant staff, have been working collaboratively for you to create the event We Are Literacy. The purpose of this event is to have any and all educators and administrators attend and gain insight into effective practices in all literacy areas. Speakers ranging from Early Childhood to Adult Learners will be providing guidance and strategies on reading, writing, speaking, listening, and leadership.

Monday - Keynote Ruth Culham has written over 40 books and best-selling resources illuminating both writing and the reading-writing connection for countless educators around the globe. Her groundbreaking work with the writing traits and writing from reading is the culmination of 40 years of research, practice, and passion. Along with new writing projects, Ruth conducts professional development for schools and districts, and is a contributor and Writing Department Editor for the professional journal Reading Teacher. More information on Ruth can be found here.

Tuesday - Dr. Dipesh Navsaria - is an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He practices primary care pediatrics at a federally-qualified health center in South Madison. He is the founding medical director of Reach Out and Read Wisconsin and the founder and director of the Pediatric Early Literacy Projects at the University of Wisconsin. For more information please visit his website by clicking here.

Two Day Registration Price: $250.00

One Day Option Available for $125.00 - please contact Kristina Johnson to register for the one day option.

Group Discount: Groups of 3 or more staff from the same district will get a 15% discount - Please email Kristina at johnsonkr@cesa5.org to change your fee.

Credit option available through Viterbo University* (contact Mary O'Brien (608) 745-5434 for credit questions). Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for the two-day event. If you have any questions, please call Kristina Johnson (608) 745-5422. *Viterbo Credit Available for an additional fee to be paid at event.

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DISCLAIMER: CESA 5 makes every effort to accommodate basic dietary needs such as vegetarian, gluten free and basic food allergies. To better serve our guests with dietary restrictions or allergies, please go into your MyQuickReg account and update the special accommodations section. Notice of a special dietary need must be made in advance of the event.

Cancellation Policy: Registered participants will receive a full refund if they cancel before 10 working days before an event, minus any material costs that have already been incurred. Because of our commitment to the trainer and the food vendor, participants who cancel less than 10 working days or do not attend, will be billed the full fee. CESA 5 reserves the right to cancel any event. Registered participants will be notified via email if a cancellation occurs and will receive a full refund. Inclement weather policy: Every effort will be made to hold an event. CESA 5 will notify participants via email as soon as possible if an event has been canceled due to weather conditions.