About Us
Aspiring Educators is an organization that provides opportunities for future teachers to gain useful information and experience that will be helpful throughout their educational career, but also when they enter the workforce. The Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) and its student program help lead education majors to a brighter future. The student program exists to help your smooth transition from the campus to the classroom and to help you get the edge as a teacher in those very important first years. Although your university does a great job preparing you to assume your instructional responsibilities, very few programs are offered which explore the critical non instructional aspects of the profession. This is where Aspiring Educators comes in to supplement your formal education. We help you learn about salaries, discipline certification requirements and current issues in the education profession. Aspiring Educators is made up of hundreds of university students across the state and is part of the National Education Association Student Program (NEA-SP). We used to be called Student Wisconsin Education Association (StWEA). https://ims.nea.org/JoinNea// Aspiring Educators is unlike any other organization for pre-service teachers! Click the link below to become an official member! https://ims.nea.org/JoinNea// Why Join? $1 million worth of liability insurance to protect you anytime you are involved in working with children--even when you are simply observing a class. Professional and student publications designed to keep you up to date on current education news and trends including: the NEA Today newspaper, WEAC News & Views, and Teachers of Tomorrow. Allows you to take advantage of WEAC/NEA workshops and conferences designed for the needs of future teachers. A chance to work with an organization that engages on issues such as teacher preparation and state curriculum. Multiple opportunities to serve in leadership and service roles. The skills and experiences you gain as an active, involved member will be beneficial to you as a professional. Money-saving special services, benefits, discount purchasing, and insurance programs. Valuable professional and personal friendships to help you feel more comfortable as a classroom teacher. The opportunity to meet and share ideas with other Aspiring Educators members and practicing classroom teachers. Overall, a great experience to add to your resume!
