WISCONSIN COUNCIL FOR THE SOCIAL STUDIES
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Mission

The primary mission of the Wisconsin Council for the Social Studies is to promote social studies and the professional growth and development of educators which, in turn, will help young people develop the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society in an interdependent world.
​Vision
The Wisconsin Council for the Social Studies is committed to:

  • Building a vibrant community of educators, pre-service educators, students, and citizens passionate about social studies.
  • Empowering educators through professional growth and development opportunities to inspire young minds.
  • Advocating for the importance of social studies education in our democratic society, promoting cultural diversity, equity, and interdependence.
  • Educating and nurturing the next generation of educators and students to preserve and improve our democratic future.

Purpose

  1. Encourage PK-12 schools to offer Social Studies programs, activities, & experiences to all students each year.
  2. Supporting student-centered social studies programs.
  3. Disseminating information related to Social Studies education.
  4. Advancing a sense of responsibility for the development of the public life of citizens.
  5. Fostering greater cooperation within the social studies community.
  6. Supporting links between social studies and the larger community.
  7. Bringing about a closer association with, and encouraging membership in, the National Council for the Social Studies (hereafter cited as the NCSS).
  8. Promoting integration between the Social Studies and other subjects in the curriculum.

WCSS 2025-2027 Board
Reach out to any board member if you have questions or need resources to support your professional practice.

President
Chuck Taft
University School of Milwaukee

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President Elect
Carlos Romo
Wauwatosa School District 
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Past President
 ​Sarah Kopplin
Shorewood School District
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Vice Presidents 
Doug Adams
University of Wisconsin - Platteville
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​Kevin Podeweltz
DC Everest School District
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​Kate Van Haren
Pittsville School District 
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Treasurer
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​Alisha Neinfeldt
​Chippewa Falls School District
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Higher Ed Director
Dr. Dean Vesperman
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse​​
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Awards
Kaela Swanson
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Business Manager
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David Olson
​Retro Report
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Assistant Business Manager
Stephanie Wild
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Secretary 
Mikki Maddox
​Necedah School District
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Department of Public Instruction
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Kris McDaniel
Social Studies Consultant
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David O'Connor
American Indian Studies Coordinator
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Exec Director of Internal Affairs
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Rhonda Watton
Hamilton School
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Exec Director of External Affairs
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​Jenny Morgan
West Salem School District
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Conference Co-Chair
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Toni Fink
Milwaukee Public Schools
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Membership and Registration Co-Chair​
Stephanie Wild and Toni Fink
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University Student Representation
To Be Announced

Wisconsin Historical Society Liaisons to WCSS

Abby Pfisterer
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Kurt Greismer
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Southeast Delegates

Ashley House
​Technology Director
Muskego Norway School District
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Jesse Perez
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Shorewood School District
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Toni Fink
​Milwaukee Public Schools
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Southwest Delegates

Emily Lovell
Holmen School District
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Kimberly Cade
Viroqua School District
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Northeast Delegates

Dan Hoppe
Bay Port School District
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Stephanie Wild
​Kimberly Area School District
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Tanya Schmidt
Oshkosh School District
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Northwest Delegates

Kaela Swanson
Ashland School District
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Cody Waalen
Somerset School District

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North Central Delegates

Jack Gundeck
​Rhinelander School District 
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Justin Glodowski
Marshfield School DIstrict

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At-Large Delegates

Lindsay McBride
Northern Ozaukee School District

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Alyssa Mussa
Milwaukee Public Schools
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Jessica Allen
Bader Hillel High School

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Dr. Irene Ann Resenly 
Middleton School District

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  • Home
  • Who is WCSS?
  • WCSS26
  • Teacher Resources
    • American Indian Studies Resources
    • Upcoming Professional Development
    • Civics Test Grad Req
  • Beyondference Schedule and Recordings
  • AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
    • Distinguished Teacher of the Year
    • Global Citizenship Award
    • Civil Liberties/Rights in Teaching Award
    • First Time Conference Attendee Scholarship
    • BIPOC Scholarship
    • Student Award
    • Mini Grants
    • Snavely/Michalko Award
    • Past Teacher of the Year
    • Past Global Citizenship Awards
    • Past Civil Rights/Liberties Recipients
  • Member Info
    • JOIN WCSS
    • Join the Board
  • NEWSLETTERS
    • Past Newsletter Archive
  • Voting Information
  • Student Academic Competitions
  • Advocacy
  • Contact