About this Network
Professional learning providers play a critical role in improving instruction and student outcomes, but the work is increasingly complex and constantly evolving. You’re balancing shifting priorities, diverse district needs, and growing expectations for measurable impact.
The AESA Professional Learning Providers Network is designed to support you in that work. This national community brings together ESA professionals who partner directly with schools and districts to strengthen teaching and learning.
Who Should Join
This network is designed for ESA staff in roles such as:
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Professional learning providers and consultants
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Instructional coaches and specialists
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Grant specialists and program leads
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Staff who design, deliver, or support professional development and school improvement services
What You’ll Gain
As a member of the Professional Learning Providers Network, you will:
- Explore essential and emerging topics that directly impact your daily work with schools and districts.
- Gain practical tools, frameworks, and resources you can immediately apply to strengthen professional learning services.
- Sharpen your consulting skill set, including identifying client needs, defining deliverables, communicating effectively, using AI strategically, and setting clear success metrics.
- Collaborate with a national network of peers to share ideas, benchmark practices, and co-create solutions to common challenges faced by ESAs.
Schedule:
All sessions are held virtually from 2:00–3:30 pm ET, making it easy to join from anywhere.
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September 15, 2026
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November 10, 2026
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January 5, 2027
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February 16, 2027
- March 16, 2027
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April 13, 2027
Pricing:
- Annual Individual Membership: $480
Meet the Facilitator:
Darcy Budnik
Darcy brings 30+ years of experience and a deep passion for supporting educators and systems-level improvement. She led more than 35 programs at CESA #1 in Wisconsin and now brings that same energy and expertise to facilitate this network.
Registration for the 2026-27 cohort coming soon!
For information about this program, contact:
Jessica Huizenga, Ed.D.
Chief Program Officer
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