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Megan Sipiorski Named 2025 Wisconsin High School Social Studies

Teacher of the Year

High School Social Studies Teacher of nition to highlight the impact she’s school social studies educator who
the Year by the Wisconsin Council for making at Middleton High School. This demonstrates excellence in the class-
the Social Studies (WCSS)! honor also enables educators and stu- room and is recognized by colleagues
Ms. Sipiorski is being recognized dents beyond our District to learn from for their outstanding teaching. It honors
for her exceptional work in social her wonderful work.” educators who foster inquiry, inspire
studies education, particularly with “What sets Ms. Sipiorski apart is student engagement, and continuously
her innovative approach to simulation- her ability to create an environment seek to improve their knowledge and
based experiential learning through the where civil discourse flourishes,” skills in social studies instruction.
Legislative Semester program. Through said Sarah Kopplin, WCSS president. The Wisconsin Council for the
the program, Ms. Sipiorski immerses “She teaches her students not only the Social Studies is committed to enhanc-
her students in the legislative process, importance of disagreement in democ- ing social studies education at the K-12
allowing them to experience firsthand racy, but also the tools to navigate these level by offering resources, networking
how government operates and the criti- disagreements with respect and under- opportunities, and recognitions like the
cal role citizens play in shaping public standing. In her classroom, students Teacher of the Year award.
policy. are encouraged to engage in thoughtful
In addition to teaching social dialogue, listen to diverse perspec-
studies, Ms. Sipiorski serves as the tives, and debate ideas in a manner that
advisor for Middleton High School’s promotes mutual respect, even when www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Model United Nations club. opinions differ. This approach fosters
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School “Megan’s passion for education a culture of inclusivity and openness,
District and dedication to her students is inspir- ensuring that every student feels valued
Congratulations to Middleton High ing,” said Middleton High School and heard.”
School teacher Megan Sipiorski on Principal Peg Shoemaker. “I’m thrilled The Teacher of the Year award is
being honored as the 2025 Wisconsin she has earned this prestigious recog- presented annually to a full-time high

Pam Casey Named 2025–26 HR Director of the Year

Pam was nominated by Superinten- “I’m deeply humbled by this recogni- the Opening General Session at the Wis-
dent Dr. Mark Hansen for her leadership, tion. To be acknowledged by peers I consin State Education Convention at the
continuous development of innovative respect so greatly is an honor, but I’m Baird Center in Milwaukee on Wednesday,
human resources strategies, and her active especially proud of the incredible team January 21.
involvement in WASPA. Her work has we have in Elmbrook. Human Resources Congratulations, Pam!
shaped best practices that have not only is about people first, and everything we
strengthened the Elmbrook district but do is aimed at helping others thrive. This
have also served as models for school award is a reflection of that collective elmbrookschools.org
systems statewide. Over the past year, she effort.” Pam will be formally recognized
was an integral part of rolling out the Dis- at the 2025 WASPA Fall Conference on
trict’s brand new compensation model for Thursday, November 6, and again during
staff.
“Pam’s work has set a new standard
in educational human resources,” said Dr.
Hansen. “She is a relentless advocate for
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Superintendent for Human Resources, Pam’s influence extends beyond the
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tion, and her lasting impact on both the become a model for alignment between
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across the state. Reflecting on the honor, Pam shared,