wisconsin association of family and consumer sciences

2016 WAFCS Conference Program Radisson Hotel, Madison, Wisconsin

March 31, April 1, 2, 2016 Radisson Hotel

Madison, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Association of Family and Consumer Sciences

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The mission of WAFCS is to provide leadership and support for professionals whose work assists individuals, families, and communities in making informed decisions about their well-being, relationships, and resources to achieve optimal quality of life.


Welcome to this year's 2016 WAFCS Annual Conference! The planning committee has done an outstanding job to bring us the best program possible to meet the diverse and common needs of this professional group of Family and Consumer Science education, extension, business, and retired persons. Enjoy the conference through interaction to gain new ideas, insights, and friendships! Reach out and meet new people whether they be college students, new professionals or seasoned members. We all have something to share and something to learn from our involvement at this annual meeting! Mary Kennedy, CFCS, WAFCS President

Finance Community Outreach Education Leadership

Food Design, Art Health, Wellness

Family Relations/ Child Development Science, Tech, Engineering, Math

Keynote Speakers

Robert McGrath, PsyD, ABPPFriday, First General Session

Eliz Greene Saturday, First General Session

Sarah Halpern-Meekin, Ph.DFriday, Evening Session

Gerri GurmanSaturday, Second General Session

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Thursday, March 31, 2016

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Pre-conference: Advocacy and Political Engagement in Family and Consumer Sciences - 4 CFCS PDU

4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

AAFCS Certification Exams – Oakbrook IIIConference Registration Open

7:00 - 9:00 p.m. WAFCS Council Meeting – Oakbrook I, II

Friday, April 1, 2016

6:30 - 8:00 a.m.

Twist Bar and GrillBreakfast for Hotel Sleeping Guests

7:00 a.m. Set-up Registration, Exhibits, Displays

7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Registration Open

7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Dedicated Times for Viewing Exhibits7:30 - 8:30 - 1 CFCS & CPFFE PDU 9:45.- 10:00 - .25 CFCS & CPFFE PDU

11:00 – 11:15 - .25 CFCS & CPFFE PDU 12:15- 12:30 - .25 CFCS & CPFFE PDU

1:45 – 2:00 - .25 CFCS & CPFFE PDU 3:00 - 3:30 - .5 CFCS & CPFFE PDU

8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

Odana C - Orientation for First-Time Attendees, New Members, and Non-Members: Making the Most of Your Conference Experience, Coffee & Conversation with Janet Powell, WAFCS Executive Director

8:30 - 9:45 a.m.

Grand Canyon A,B - First General Session 1.25 CFCS PDUWelcome □ Pledge of Allegiance □ Lighting of Betty Lamp □ Greetings from AAFCS, Carolyn Barnhart, PresidentKeynote: Living with Vitality: Pathways to Health and Happiness. Robert McGrath,PsyD, ABPP, Coordinator of mind/body wellness services, University HealthServices, UW- Madison [email protected] The world around us in flux, sometimes in turmoil, be it our workplace, home situation or the greater society. What does it take to live a healthy and happy life in today’s world? The Living with Vitality presentation will focus on using our personal strengths and other pathways for experiencing a meaningful and wonderful life.

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9:45 a.m.Odana A, B Silent Auction and Art Design Show Open Student Unit - Cardz for Kidz - Make a card for a Kid throughout the day!

9:45 - 10:00 a.m. Grand Canyon C - Break/Viewing Exhibits .25 CFCS & CPFFE PDU

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Breakout SessionsOakbrook I - 1.0 CFCS PDUOrgan Donation Awareness: Who, How, Why Brenda Cortez, Donate Life [email protected] is a living kidney donor, author of the children's book My Mom Is Having Surgery -A Kidney Story, and speaker on organ donation awareness. Brenda has joined forces with Donate Life America on her mission to spread awareness of the immense need for organ donation. $1 of every book Brenda sells goes to Donate Life America. For more information go to www.donatelife.net/books

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Oakbrook II - 1.0 CFCS PDU$avvy $avers…Get Your Grant Writing On. Julie Martin, New Glarus School District; Catherine Lader, WAFCS Protege Plus Program [email protected] [email protected] Ca-Ching. Gear up your classroom with that extra change in your FCS budget. Learn to utilize online funding sources and how to successfully pursue educational grants. Participants will rotate to stations and evaluate examples of grant: goals/objectives, needs assessments/rationales/ plans of action and outcomes. Slides and handout provided by Nasco. You’ll be rolling in dough in no time.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Oakbrook III - 1.0 CFCS PDUPlanning for Recovery: Supporting Action - Wellness - Presentation Concepts. Karen Riggers, NAMI, Fox Valley [email protected] Paradigm shift is under way in supporting people affected by mental health, substance abuse and/or healing after trauma. Learn how to help people in developing a strengths based, self directed recovery plan. This 2-part workshop will provide a both hands-on practice, and facilitate understanding of recovery for wellness planning with children, teens and adults.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Odana C - 1.0 CFCS PDUSquare Foot and Raised Bed Gardens. Lisa Johnson, Horticultural Educator, Dane County, UW Extension [email protected] about way to grow fresh vegetables that saves space, time and your back! Raised bed construction, a discussion of cultural techniques and crop selection round out the major focus of this presentation.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Grand Canyon A - 1.0 CFCS PDUGet Mooving with new (free) curriculum and physical activity programs from the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board. Tina Gilbertson, Regional Program Manager, Wisconsin Dairy Council — Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board [email protected] to get students moo-ving and making good eating choices? Stop in to see what the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board can do to assist you in educating them.

11:00 to 11:15 a.m.

Grand Canyon C - Break/Viewing Exhibits .25 CFCS & CPFFE PDU Odana A, B - Silent Auction and Art and Design Show

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11:15 a.m.- 12:15 p.m.

Breakout Sessions:Oakbrook I - 1.0 CFCS PDUWhat Are You Doing in Your Classroom? Tasha Uecker, Valerie Hodgson, FCS Educators, Ashwaubenon School District [email protected] [email protected] session is to serve as round table discussions for FCS teachers to share on a number of educational related topics. Please come with questions, concerns and information you would like to gather for your classroom. We will share ideas, network and build camaraderie among teachers in the group.

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Breakout Sessions, continued: Oakbrook II - 1.0 CFCS PDUBeef, a Nutrient Powerhouse for School Age Children. Sara Agena, MS RDN, Wisconsin Beef Council [email protected] nutrition is essential to fuel healthy growth and development in children of all ages. Lean beef provides a simple and delicious way to help children meet the daily recommendations for several key nutrients in fewer calories, including many nutrients most children don’t get enough of each day.

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Oakbrook III - 1.0 CFCS PDUPlanning for Recovery: Supporting Action - Wellness, Hands On Activity. Karen Riggers, NAMI, Fox ValleyContinuation of 10:00 session.

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Odana C - 1.0 CFCS & CPFFE PDUImpacting Families and Communities Through Women’s Financial Empowerment. Rebecca Gerothanas, Senior VP of Operations, Summit Credit Union [email protected] insights and ideas from a community leader in financial education with a passion to empower women financially. Summit Credit Union will share its approaches to engage and empower women to create sustainable, positive impacts in their own lives, their families and communities.

12:15 - 12:30 p.m.


12:30 - 1:45 p.m.

Grand Canyon A, BWAFCS Awards & Networking Buffet Luncheon

1:45 - 2:00 p.m.


2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Breakout Sessions:Oakbrook I - 1.0 CFCS PDU“We Passionately Believe..” The Power of Sewing and Community. Margaret Jankowski, Director, The Sewing Machine Project. [email protected] Jankowski began the Sewing Machine Project in 2005. With an emphasis on collecting and distributing sewing machines to those in need, the SMP strives, first and foremost, to build community. In this session, Margaret will share the organization’s history, along with observations and and lessons learned, reminding each of us that we have the power and responsibility to make the world a better place.

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2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Oakbrook II - 1.0 CFCS PDUCommunity Food Challenge for Teens. Judy Knudsen, Family Living Educator, Brown County, UW Extension [email protected] Community Food Challenge is an interactive experience designed to increase awareness of food security issues by simulating challenges teens living in limited income situations face in obtaining adequate nutritious foods. Participants need to purchase the recommended number of servings per food groups based on the USDA’s MyPlate for one day after monthly expenses are paid.

Oakbrook III - 1.0 CFCS PDU Facebook Networking. Sarah Puddy, FCS Educator, Fond du Lac School District [email protected] network with other FCS teachers and learn about the FCS Facebook page that has over 4000 members, and google websites where educators share assessments.

Odana C - 1.0 CFCS PDU Utilizing iCEV in Today’s FCS Classroom. Dave Rizzardi, CT Curriculum Consultant, CEV Media [email protected] session will be led by an iCEV Coach who will explain the functionality of the online curriculum platform as well as teaching strategies for utilizing the curriculum in Family and Consumber Sciences classrooms. The main objectives are to explain uses of technology and online curriculum, identify implementation methods of interative resources and identify methods in which students can obtain industy-backed certifications.

3:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Grand Canyon C - Break/Viewing Exhibits Exhibits Ends .25 CFCS & CPFFE PDU Odana A, B - Silent Auction and Art and Design Show

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Grand Canyon A, B - 1.0 CFCS & CPFFE PDUCollege, Career, and Life Ready Panel. Sharon Wendt, Director, DPI; Diane Ryberg, Family and Consumer Sciences Education/ FCCLA,DPI; Janice Atkinson, Health Sciences/WI HOSA, DPI; Brigitta Altmann, CTE coordinator, Stevens Point School District; Jen Wegner, Personalized Pathways coordinator, Madison Metropolitan School District Find out why family and consumer sciences professionals should be concerned about preparing students to be college, career, and life ready. Learn more about specific examples of how FCS programs are providing opportunities for students such as transcripted credits, student organizations, internship/youth apprenticeship and service learning. Discover ways you can collaborate with others to expand opportunities and to promote and advocate for the role FCS has in achieving positive student outcomes.

4:30 - 5:15 p.m.

Grand Canyon A, B - .75 CFCS, PDURound table discussions with Panel members

5:15 - 6:00 p.m.

Oakbrook II, III – .75 CFCS & CPFFE PDU Getting to Know You: Mentoring Session, Marsha Larson, Ph.D, and Susan Turgeson, Ed.D., CFCS, UWSP, Stevens Point, WIJoin in as students and professionals pair up in a rapid fire speed mentoring session where introductions take place and then spontaneous feedback from experienced professionals can be given in real time. Bring your business cards so you can keep in contact with those you get to know and who get to know you!

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6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Grand Canyon A, B - Buffet Dinner

7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Grand Canyon A, B - 1.0 CFCS PDUEvening Session“It’s Not Like I’m Poor: How Working Families Make Ends Meet in a Post Welfare World.” Sarah Halpern-Meekin, Ph.D., Department of Human Development and Family Studies in the School of Human Ecology, UW-Madison [email protected] year, at tax season, millions of lower-income working families receive a windfall: thousands of dollars in the form of a tax refund check from the federal government, much of it from the Earned Income Tax Credit. We explore how families use this money and what it means to them.

8:00 p.m. Grand Canyon CStudent Unit Annual Business Meeting

8:30 - 9:30 p.m.

The Twist, Upper Level (reserved for student unit)Game-time! Join Student Unit for a fun filled finish to the day.

8:30 p.m. Silent Auction closes. Pick up and pay by 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 2, 2016

6:30 - 8:00 a.m.

Twist Bar and GrillBreakfast for Hotel Sleeping Guests

7:00 - 8:30 a.m. Registration Open

7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Grand Canyon A - WAFCS Annual Business Meeting

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Grand Canyon A, B - 1.0 CFCS PDUSecond General Session - Embrace Your Heart. Eliz Greene, Speaker, Author, EmbraceYourHeart.comEliz Greene survived a heart attack at age 35 while pregnant with twins. Her entertaining keynote will inspire you to make small changes to improve heart health so you can live longer, feel better, and stress less.

9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Hotel Check-out Time

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Breakout Sessions:Oakbrook I - 1.0 CFCS PDUWhat’s New in Food Preservation Research? Karen Dickrell, Family Living Educator, UW Extension, Outagamie County [email protected] are interested in going back to the basics and creating their own food preservation processes. When the goal is shelf-stable food, food science techniques need to be applied. Atmospheric Steam Canners are one new approach to safe food preservation if used according to research directives.

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10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Oakbrook II - 1.0 CFCS PDUCreate a College and Career Ready Program with RealCare Experiential Learning Tools. Chris Dorn, Account Manager, Realityworks, Inc. [email protected] this session, learn how this evidence-based program combines interactive activities, complete curricula and hands-on simulators for infant care skills, parenting and childcare careers. Hear stories from instructors on program best practices and incorporating core academics into lessons. The Total Parenting Experience encompasses goal setting, parenting techniques, coping skills and more.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Oakbrook III - 1.0 CFCS PDUIs There an App for FCS? Ashley Nelson, FACS Teacher, Milaca High School, MN [email protected] there an App for FACS? Of course! Learn how to use all those mobile applications and websites out there in a manner that is engaging and useful in the FACS classroom. This happens through the interface of personal mobile devices and correlated to the curriculum standards set forth for Family and Consumer Sciences coursework.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Breakout Sessions continuedOdana A, B - 1.0 CFCS PDUGatekeeper Training, QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) for Suicide PreventionJean Papalia, QPR Coordinator, Suicide Prevention Training, Safe Communities of Madison-Dane County [email protected] CPR, QPR uses a “chain of survival” approach in which the gatekeeper learns to recognize early suicide warning signs, Question their meaning to determine suicide intent or desire, Persuade the person to accept or seek help, and Refer the person to appropriate resources. Ask a question, save a life.

11:00 - 11:15 a.m. Break

11:15 a..m. - 12:15 p.m.

Grand Canyon C - 1.0 CFCS PDUHealthy Heart - Happy Life. Catherine Lader, WAFCS Protege Plus - Tier I [email protected] making returns to WAFCS along with “Go Red For Women” information. Learn your heart score and “Life’s Simple 7”. Use this creative oasis as a time to assess your life style. You will have time to make 2 or 3 cards - kits and supplies are provided. All skill levels welcome.

11:15 a..m. - 12:15 p.m.

Oakbrook I - 1.0 CFCS PDULocal Foods. Alyssa Anderson, FCS Teacher, Pittsville High School [email protected] Local Foods course at Pittsville High School is almost entirely funded by garden produce from the community. The class focuses on foods that are grown in our local area. We use different techniques to preserve food, such as canning, freezing, thawing and drying.

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11:15 a..m. - 12:15 p.m.

Oakbrook II - 1.0 CFCS PDUFamilies Today: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. Christine Kniep, Department Head/Family Living Educator, Winnebago County, UW Extension [email protected] prevalence of Grandparents raising and providing care for grandchildren continues to increase. The reasons for this phenomena range from compassion to court ordered. The impact on family members range from changing retirement plans to family conflict/breakdown. Learn more about this family type and the support they need.

11:15 a..m. - 12:15 p.m.

Oakbrook III - 1.0 CFCS PDUMeeting the Needs of LGBTQ+ Children, Parents, and Families. Melanie L. Duncan, Assistant Professor of Sociology, UW- Stevens Point [email protected] striving to be more inclusive, there is the need to stay informed on the legal and social responses to the LGBTQ+ community. This means understanding terminology, fluidity of gender and sexuality, current issues in the LGBTQ+ community, and how to be an ally for LGBTQ+ children, parents, and families.

11:15 a..m. - 12:15 p.m.

Odana C - 1.0 CFCS PDUEssential Oils. Kimberly Hart-Shatswell, FCS Teacher, Jefferson High [email protected] you interested in saving money while helping to improve your family’s health naturally? Have you heard about essential oils, but are not sure how they could work for you? If so, this is the session for you. Kim will share information about essential oils, including how they may benefit you and your family.

12:15 - 12:30 p.m. Break

12:30 - 1:00 p.m.

Grand Canyon A Mentoring and Networking Buffet Luncheon

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Grand Canyon A - 1.0 CFCS PDUThird General SessionCaring for the Caregiver: Mindful Movement for a Stressful World. Gerri Gurman, Degrees in Physical Eduction, Dance Education and Elementary Education, currently teaching Mindfulness and Meditation in various venues. [email protected] Gurman, Choreographer, dance and integrated arts educator, Tai Chi and Qigong practitioner and meditation teacher, will offer body and mind practices that are accessible to anyone. Blending her dance experience with Tai Chi, Qigong (slow, sustained motion) and mindfulness meditation, she has created movement experiences that offer a respite from the intensity of modern life. Whether you are retired or an employed teacher, health professional, counselor, student, care giver or in any other field, these practices may help you replenish and resort your energy and sense of wellbeing.

2:30 p.m. Conference announcements and door prizes

3:00 p.m. Adjourn

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Thank you to the 2016 Exhibitors:

CEV Multimedia Dave Rizzardi

Johnson and Wales Brittainy McLawhorn

Learning Zone Express Maureen Lyons

Main Grain Bakery Sarah Jo More

NASCO Barbara George

Quanna Gourmet, LLC LaQuanna Sparkman, M.Ed.

Realityworks, Inc. Chris Dorn

UW Stout Diane Klemme

WI Restaurant Association Alexandra Newman, ProStart Coordinator

WI Beef Council Alexis Nickelotti

WI Pork Association

UW Stevens Point Susan Turgeson/Marsha Larson

Summit Credit Union Christian Albouras

Thank you to the Wisconsin Cranberry Association for their contribution of dried cranberry packets and recipes.

Thank you to the 2016 WAFCS Annual Conference Planning Committee:

Kayla CorrellDeborah GangnonJanet Powell, CFCS - Co-ChairJeanne Schwass-Long, CFCS - Co-ChairGail Sommerfeld, CFCSSusan Turgeson, Ed.D., CFCSDayleen Yoerger

Special thanks to:• Kayla Correll - centerpieces/decor• Deborah Gangnon - exhibitors• Catherine Lader - signage, Cardz for Kidz art supplies• Gail Sommerfeld, CFCS - registration and nametags• Gretchen Speerstra, CFCS - proctoring CFCS exam• Susan Turgeson, Ed.D., CFCS - online registration, publicity• NASCO/Barbara George - Cardz for Kidz art supplies, podium and backdrop signage

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WAFCS 2016 Annual conference Displays

Health Science and FCSCatherine Lader, Julie Martin

Sewing Workshop for Young SewersJessie J. Kilian, WAFCS Foundation Grant Recipient

Wisconsin celebrates the AAFCS 2015 Dining In Day Jeanne Schwass-Long, CFCS

KEEP Award WinnersKelly Smith

WAFCS Student DisplayDayleen Yoerger, Student Unit Advisor

Get Mooving..Milk Marketing Board

Benefits of AAFCS/WAFCS MembershipJanet Powell, WAFCS Executive Director

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WAFCS 2015-2016 Board and CouncilExecutive CommitteePresident Mary Kennedy, CFCSPresident Elect Cindy QuillingImmediate Past Pres. Jeanne Schwass-Long, CFCSSecretary Mary Kaye MerwinTreasurer Susan Turgeson, CFCSEx OfficioExecutive Director Janet Powell, CFCSVice PresidentsVP Awards and Recognition Carolyn Barnhart, CFCSVP External Relations Jessica Monfils, CFCSVP Membership Stephanie LoveVP Professional Development Esther Fahm, CFCSVP Public Policy OpenVP Technology/Communication Kayla CorrellFoundation Designee Karen Goebel, CFCSCouncil Directors-at-LargeNew Professionals Alyssa UttechRetirees Carol SuberaStudent Development Dayleen YoergerConference Coordinators Janet Powell, CFCS, Jeanne Schwass-Long, CFCS


Thank you for attending. Please remember to fill in the evaluation form to help us in planning for next year’s conference.

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