Education

Student WEA

What is Student WEA?

Student WEA (Wisconsin Education Association) is a branch of the National Education Association committed to the professional development of undergraduate Education Majors and Minors and anyone interested in working in public schools. 

Our Mission

To support public education for all students and the continuation of a strong professional association, the mission of the Student WEA is to provide its members a voice in matters affecting their education and careers by offering opportunities for leadership, professional growth, and involvement at the local, state and national levels. 

Why is Student WEA beneficial?

Student WEA members will gain a greater knowledge of the education profession, grow individually and professionally as well as be better prepared to actively participate within their careers. St WEA helps with professional development and teaches leadership skills and values. By becoming a member of Student WEA it will give you many great opportunities to build your resume, network with other professionals, meet new friends, and have fun volunteering your time and effort to the community.

Why should you be involved in Student WEA?

No matter what year you are in college, Student WEA can offer you a great deal. Student WEA is affiliated with Wisconsin's larger professional association, WEAC (Wisconsin Education Association Council) and the NEA (National Education Association). Membership entitles students to valuable benefits.

For freshmen and sophomores, there is a chance to network, develop leadership skills and gain priceless professional experience. Additionally, it is imperative for juniors and seniors, while student teaching or during practicum, to be insured with the same liability insurance that all teachers have.

All members receive subscriptions to yearly, monthly, and quarterly publications from all different levels of the organization. Everyone gains leadership abilities, a voice, and a sense of purpose in the education field. Together in our annual Outreach to Teach Project we help schools that are in desperate need due to revenue controls. Students also experience how being an active member really affects our ability to make a difference in the classroom.

Join Student WEA, become involved, learn a great deal, and advocate to become the best educator that you can, hand-in-hand with other Student WEA members.

Benefits of Membership

As a StWEA member, you have access to:

  • The most up-to-date information on licensure (PI34) issues
  • $1,000,000 personal liability insurance while you are observing or student teaching
  • Professional seminars, classroom management seminars, resources for job searches
  • Four different professional subscriptions dealing with public education issues
  • Savings club card that provides both nationwide and local discounts
  • Networking opportunities with other future educators and practicing educators
  • Top-notch leadership training and opportunities

How To Join?

Contact the president: Miranda Szcepanski, mszcepanski@carthage.edu
Contact other members of the Carthage Student WEA Executive Board.
Sign up online at www.weac.org/student-WEA/ (Click on "Membership")
Learn more about Student WEA membership.

Student WEA Point System for 2010-2011 School Year

General Meetings: 2 points
Committee Meetings: 2 points
State Events (Fall PDS, Outreach to Teach): 2 points
Local Events (Fundraisers, National Education Week): 3 points
Joining a state committee: 2 points

Note: After paying your dues and signing up online you will be considered an active member. In order to receive a certificate of advanced membership at the end of the school year you must be in the top 10-15 percentile range of all members. You must sign in to all events in order to receive points.

Meetings & Events

The following meetings and events are scheduled for the 2011 spring semester. Topics are subject to change.

March 24
9:15 p.m. Jockey B
Constitution, Vote, Nominations, FUN!
* Before the meeting begins there will be a Relaxation Activity for all to attend, look for more details coming soon.

March 25
Family Fun Night
* Contact Lauren Shaler (Service Committee Head) to get involved!

March 26
Spring Book Sale

March 26
Last Day to Register to Attend Spring PDS
* Contact an e-board member or Jenny Brown (Professional Development Committee Head) for more information.

April 2
SPRING PDS
Hosted by Carthage Student WEA

April 7
9:15 p.m. Jockey B
Election!

April 15-17
RA & Outreach to Teach

May 5
9:15 p.m. Jockey B
Top 10's from Alumni and Student Teachers

May 12
9:15 p.m. Jockey B
New E-Board Takes Over

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More Information about Carthage Student WEA

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