Concordia University Wisconsin School of Education

10/27/2026

Dr. Balsman, more than "just" a Cubs fan, represented Concordia University Wisconsin well in this Fox 6 News interview.

Go BREWERS!

With the Milwaukee Brewers in the World Series, some students are h...

10/27/2026

❤️ Putting faith into action through service!

Recently, our Concordia University Wisconsin Elementary Education Block students rolled up their sleeves to make a difference at Father Gene’s Help Center, a clothing bank serving individuals and families in West Allis.

As part of ED 4306: Advanced Methods of Social Studies, our future educators had the opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus while learning an important lesson about citizenship, compassion, and serving their communities.

And what a difference they made! 🤩 With such a wonderful group of future teachers in this semester’s block, our students sorted and stocked more than 300 bags of donated clothing in just one afternoon!

At Concordia, we believe preparing teachers means more than developing great classroom instruction. It also means nurturing servant leaders who will inspire their future students to care for others and make a positive impact in their communities.

We are proud of these future educators for putting their faith into action and demonstrating what it means to lead through service.

10/23/2026

What a great day of learning, connecting, and celebrating educators at the Center for Urban Teaching (CfUT) Urban Teaching and Leadership Conference.

Our Concordia University Wisconsin School of Education team was grateful to be part of today's conference. Dr. Adam Paape was joined by our wonderful colleague from Admissions, Jon, as we connected with educators and school leaders who share a passion for making a difference in the lives of students.

It was especially wonderful to connect with Dr. Mona Zignego, who teaches a literacy course for us as an adjunct instructor and also serves as Vice President and Chief Schools Officer for LUMIN Schools in Milwaukee and Racine. We are blessed to have educators like Mona sharing their knowledge and real-world experience with our students.

Another highlight was catching up with Marlena, a current student in our online early childhood education program. Marlena is doing amazing work in her coursework and is preparing to begin student teaching this spring. We are so proud of you, Marlena. Keep up the great work.

Days like today remind us why we do what we do: preparing and supporting educators who are called to teach, lead, and serve.

Thank you to the Center for Urban Teaching for bringing together so many people committed to strengthening schools and supporting the next generation of educators.

10/22/2026

Great connections happen beyond the online classroom.

Concordia University Wisconsin's Graduate Counseling Program invites current and prospective students to join us for a Graduate Counseling Social Hour on Tuesday, November 10, from 5:00–7:00 PM.

Come meet fellow students, connect with program faculty and directors, and enjoy an evening of conversation, refreshments, and raffle prizes. We look forward to building community together.

📍 CUW Collaboratorium – Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center

📧 RSVP to [email protected]

10/20/2026

🎓 Could school leadership be your next calling?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career as an educator?

Join Concordia University Wisconsin for an upcoming Educational Administration webinar and discover how our graduate programs can prepare you to make a greater impact as a principal, curriculum leader, or director of pupil services.

📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026
🕟 4:30 p.m. CST
💻 Online webinar

Dr. Laurie Pogorzelski, Director of Graduate Educational Administration, looks forward to meeting prospective students, sharing information about our programs, and answering your questions.

At Concordia, we believe educational leadership is about more than a position. It's an opportunity to serve others, strengthen schools, and make a lasting difference in the lives of students and teachers.

👉 **Register today:**
https://apply.cuw.edu/register/?id=e8d45785-8561-469b-8903-270fdb68e506

10/19/2026

Have you ever thought, “I could make a difference as a school leader”?

If you’re a teacher who enjoys mentoring colleagues, serving on school committees, solving problems, and helping others grow, educational leadership may be your next step.
At Concordia University Wisconsin, you can build on your experience and prepare for leadership opportunities that make a difference for teachers, students, and school communities.

Your leadership journey as a Principal, Director of Curriculum and/or Director of Pupil Services could start here!

https://www.cuw.edu/academics/programs/education-administration-principal-masters/index.html

10/19/2026

🔬 Future teachers. Real classrooms. Hands-on learning.

At Concordia University Wisconsin, we're preparing future educators by giving them opportunities to put their learning into practice.

This fall, 24 students in our Elementary Education Block are taking their learning beyond the university classroom through ED 4305: Elementary Science Methods.

Each Monday afternoon, our teacher candidates head to a partner school, where they're planning and teaching engaging science units in classrooms from kindergarten through sixth grade.

Before stepping into those classrooms, our students explore instructional strategies, discuss effective teaching practices, and participate in hands-on activities. Then comes the exciting part: putting those ideas into action with real students.

These experiences help our future teachers build confidence, strengthen their instructional skills, and discover the joy of helping children explore God's amazing creation.

We're grateful for our school partners and proud of the meaningful work our teacher candidates are doing to prepare for their calling as educators.

At Concordia, we don't just learn about teaching. We learn by teaching.

10/17/2026

Five sectionals. Three CUW School of Education faculty members. Nearly 3,000 Christian educators and leaders!

It was a privilege to share ideas, instructional strategies, and our shared commitment to Christ-centered education at the Great Lakes Unity Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

From classroom regulation and purposeful leadership to faith-connected history instruction, mathematical representations, and interactive learning with Desmos, our faculty were excited to contribute to conversations that strengthen Christian education.

Read more about the sessions presented by Dr. Linda Hensel, Dr. Jim Pingel, and Dr. Adam Paape in the article below.



https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/concordia-university-wisconsin-school-jlkmc/

10/17/2026

🎵 It starts with a note. It can shape a lifetime.

Think about the music teacher who first encouraged you to sing, pick up an instrument, or try something you weren't sure you could do.
Maybe it was the band director who believed in you.
The choir teacher who helped you find your voice.
Or the elementary music teacher who introduced you to the joy of making music.
Great music teachers do more than teach notes, rhythms, and melodies.

They help students develop confidence, creativity, discipline, and an appreciation for something that can enrich their lives for years to come.

At the Concordia University Wisconsin School of Education, we're preparing the next generation of music educators to make that kind of difference.

Our Bachelor of Arts in K–12 Music Education combines musical development with professional teacher preparation.

https://www.cuw.edu/academics/programs/k12-music-education-bachelors/index.html

Students study music theory, composition, conducting, and music history while participating in ensembles and gaining practical teaching experience in schools.

Through Concordia's Christ-centered approach to education, future teachers also explore what it means to use their God-given gifts in service to others.
Whether leading a choir, directing a band, or introducing young children to music for the first time, music educators have opportunities to influence students far beyond the classroom.

It starts with a note. It can shape a lifetime.

💙 Who was a music teacher who made a difference in your life? Give them a shout-out in the comments!

Explore music education at Concordia and discover how your passion for music can become your calling.