We help make
schools safer.
ABOUT WSSCA
The Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association (WSSCA) was founded in 1968 as an association of professionals dedicated to improving security, safety and health in Wisconsin schools. WSSCA is a non-profit and non-government organization that includes administrators, supervisors, teachers, building and grounds personnel, health and nursing personnel, safety coordinators, security coordinators, school resource officers, school districts as well as private/public businesses.
We are managed by a board of directors, made up of an Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director, members and advisors.
We provide resources and training that empowers members to create safe and secure schools in Wisconsin and beyond.
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ABOUT OUR LOGO
Highlighting the association’s focus of security and safety in schools, the WSSCA logo depicts a golden triangle—a well-known symbol used to grab attention for safety purposes—encased within a shield, which represents security. This combination creates a modern and eye-catching graphic that has a bold impact on any medium. The color scheme chosen makes the “safety yellow” a standout accent color against a modern take on a classic blue color family, which signifies trust and calm.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN DEVELOPMENT
Every Wisconsin School and School District must have an up-to-date Emergency Response Plan, and WSSCA can help develop and update plans that will meet all requirements of the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the Department of Justice/Office of School Safety (DOJ/OSS).
FIRE, SAFETY, AND EMERGENCY DRILLS AND EVACUATION
Ensure that all required drills are effectively and optimally planned, held, and reported appropriately per regulations of DPI, DOJ, and the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS).
COLLABORATIVE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING
WSSCA can assist with the development and implementation of Memoranda of Understanding between school districts and local law enforcement, fire, and emergency management as well as other public and private agencies that can assist during times of crisis.
CRISIS COMMUNICATION
The most critical element of any Emergency Operations Plan, Communication, requires deep understanding and adherence to concepts that are frequently changed as technology and knowledge develops and WSSCA can help.
PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE AND SUPERVISION
Keeping students safe at school is WSSCA’s foundational focus, and through our partnerships with safety professionals, insurance providers, and facilities experts we help schools stay current and effective.
MORE WAYS WE CAN HELP YOU:
BUILDING SECURITY
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
HEALTH SAFETY
PPE
FORKLIFTS, AERIAL LIFTS AND CRANES
HAZCOM
MACHINE GUARDING
LOCK/TAGOUT
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY
BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS EXPOSURE
ERGONOMICS
RECORDKEEPING
SAFETY COMMITTEE
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
ASBESTOS AND LEAD/RADON
PEST MANAGEMENT
HAZARDOUS WASTE
SAFE DRINKING WATER
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
CHAIN OF COMMAND SYSTEM
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
MITIGATING SCHOOL THREATS AND VIOLENCE
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
The business of the association is conducted by a thirteen member Board of Directors, an Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director, and a Finance Coordinator. This group is further guided by several technical advisors with professional backgrounds in a variety of school safety and security related fields.
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Jim Brewer
Executive Director
jim.brewer@wssca.org
Stacy Washington
Assistant Executive Director
stacy.washington@wssca.org
Tom Wohlleber
Finance Coordinator
tom.wohlleber@wssca.org
Mike Hinske
Certification Program Coordinator
mike.hinske@wssca.org
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Greg Maroo | President | Oconomowoc Area School District
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Greg Maroo is a Director of Buildings and Grounds for the Oconomowoc Area School District, where he leads the facilities department and also serves as the district Safety Coordinator. With a background in school facility operations and maintenance over the last 30 years, Greg brings expertise in school operations, safety and leadership. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing and smoking meats.
Brandon Loomer | Vice President | Clinton Community School District
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Brandon Loomer is the Director of Facilities, Grounds & Safety for the Clinton Community School District, where he leads the Facilities & Grounds Department and also serves as the district's Safety Director. With a background in Law Enforcement, EMS & Facility Management, Brandon brings expertise in Security Assessments, Threat Preparedness and Facility Management. Outside of work, he enjoys Spending time with his family, golfing and is an avid outdoorsman.​
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Sarah Poquette | 2nd Vice President | Oakfield Area School District
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Sarah Poquette is the District Administrator for the School District of Oakfield, where she leads with a focus on creating supportive, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environments for all students. With a background in educational leadership and classroom instruction, Sarah brings extensive expertise in trauma-informed practices, instructional leadership, and staff development. She has served in various educational roles such as District Administrator, Elementary and Middle School Principal PK-12, Instructional Coach, and Classroom Teacher. Sarah earned her Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Policy from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, where her dissertation explored The Impacts of Trauma: How Schools Can Support Students Impacted by Trauma. She also holds a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Marian College and a Bachelor of Science in Education from UW Oshkosh. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys biking, fishing, and spending time outdoors with her husband, Jason, and their sons—Gavin, a freshman at UW–Platteville, and Clay, a junior at Oshkosh North.
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Kristin Burgert | Board Member | Oshkosh Area School District | Term two expires 2027
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Kristin Burgert is the Principal of Carl Traeger Elementary School in the Oshkosh Area School District where she leads with a focus on fostering an inclusive school culture, building collaborative partnerships, and prioritizing student success through data-driven instruction. With a background in educational leadership and elementary/middle school instruction, Kristin brings expertise in instructional leadership, building the school family through Conscious Discipline principles, and using data to make evidenced based decisions. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, watching sports, going to concerts and spending time with her husband, Bryan, and their three young boys, Beckett, Greyson, and Liam. On most weekends, you can count on finding them on the baseball diamond, basketball court, or football field—whichever sport is in season.
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Gage Johnson | Board Member | Greenfield School District | Term one expires 2027
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Gage Johnson is the Director of Buildings and Ground and Safety Coordinator for the East Troy Community School District, where he oversees district facilities, operations, and safety programs to ensure clean, efficient, and secure learning environments. With a background in custodial, grounds, and maintenance operations, and certifications including CFM, WASBO Facilities, and WSSCA Safety Coordinator, he leads district-wide facilities and safety programs to ensure efficient, safe, and well-maintained learning environments. Gage brings expertise in leadership, communication, problem-solving, facility management, safety and security training, with a proven ability to lead teams and maintain high operational standards. Outside of work, he enjoys off-roading, traveling, woodworking, volunteering, teaching, and spending quality time with his family.
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Dan Meinhardt | Board Member | Reedsburg School District | Term two expires 2027
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Dan Meinhardt is the Director of Transportation and District Safety Coordinator for the School District of Reedsburg, where he oversees all aspects of student transportation and leads district-wide safety initiatives. With nineteen years of law enforcement experience and four years in his current leadership role, Dan brings extensive expertise in safety management, crisis response, and operational efficiency. Outside of work, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife of 25 years, Nichol, and their two adult children, Jordann (23) and Dayne (21). He also shares his passion for Motorcycle riding as an MSF Basic Motorcycle Rider Course instructor through Madison College.
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Shelley Weiss | Board Member | Sun Prairie Area School District | Term two expires 2026
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Shelley Weiss brings over 45 years of experience in education ranging from PK to Graduate level programs. She combines her expertise in education with over 30 years of military service. Her positions offered her numerous opportunities to learn, develop, and practice safety skills and collaboration which she is eager to share with others. She is proud to have earned the WSSCA School Safety Coordinator Award. Shelley developed a love of traveling and learning early in life as she was from a military family. She is involved with supporting several non-profits, including continuing to expand and maintain the Columbus Community Veterans Memorial in Columbus, WI which her father and husband built. Shelley is an avid reader and lifelong learner. Those who know her, know she is passionate about the activities she is involved in.
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Sedric Morris | Board Member | Madison Metropolitan School District | Term one expires 2027
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Sedric Morris Sr. is the Executive Director of Safety and Security for the Madison Metropolitan School District, where he oversees the hiring, supervision, and professional development of School Security Assistants. In his role, he also provides leadership in districtwide camera systems, supports schools with traffic safety initiatives, and collaborates across departments to promote safe and welcoming environments for students and staff. With a background in safety, security operations, and school-based systems, Sedric brings expertise in developing cohesive safety strategies, building staff capacity, and fostering community partnerships to strengthen district wide security practices. A proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Sedric values service, leadership, and mentorship. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his wife and children.
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Matthew Kreger | Board Member | Howard-Suamico School District | Term one expires 2027
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Matt Krueger is the Safety and Security Coordinator for Howard-Suamico School District, where he oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of district-wide safety and security initiatives. He collaborates with local law enforcement, emergency services, and school leaders to ensure safe learning environments for all students and staff. Matt brings more than fifteen years of experience in school safety, crisis management, emergency response planning, and risk assessment, with specialized training as a Certified School Risk Manager, ALICE instructor and a CPI certified non-violent crisis intervention instructor. In 2024, Matt received the ASBO Pinnacle award for excellence for their work with reunification. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors visiting national parks and competing on the pickleball court.
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Todd Endl | Board Member | Term one expires 2026
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Todd is a WSSCA active member, a certified WSSCA School Safety Coordinator, and an ALICE Instructor. He is an active member of the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA), Wisconsin Emergency Management Association (WEMA), Wisconsin's Coroners and Medical Examiners Association (WCMEA), In his security role at the school districts, he worked collaborating with local law enforcement, fire/EMS departments and city stakeholders and Emergency Managers.
ADVISORS
PAST PRESIDENTS
PAST PRESIDENTS
ADVISORS
Jodi Traas
WSSCA Advisor
Community Insurance Corp.
Mark McGinnis
Alyssa Germaine
Michael Morgen
WSSCA Advisor
Retired - Department of Public Instruction (DPI)
Sue Whitstone
WSSCA Advisor
Office of School Safety (OSS)
Bill Freeman
WSSCA Advisor
Environmental Management Consulting, Inc.
PAST PRESIDENTS
Rick Fechter - School District of Menominee Falls
Scott Johnson - West Salem School District
Jay Jones - Omro School District
Al Behnke - Howard-Suamico School District
Jeremiah Johnson - Muskego - Norway School District
John Stangler - Pewaukee School District
Jim Jozwiakowski - Environmental Management Consulting, Inc. (EMC)
Brian Koffarnus - Greendale School District
Pat Meyer - East DePere School District
Robert Ellis - East Troy School District
Tom Helgestad - Wisconsin Rapids School District
Al Behnke - Green Bay School District
Carrie Hallquist - Chippewa Valley Technical College
Bill Freeman - Environmental Management Consulting, Inc. (EMC)
Gary Rosplach - Muskego - Norway School District
Ken Baran - Howard Suamico School District
Mike Hinske - Big Foot Union High School
Jodi Traas - Community Insurance Corporation
Paul Buchholz - Beaver Dam Unified School District
Tom Wohlleber - Middleton - Cross - Plains Area School District
Chris Dupre - Edgerton School District
Doug Fisk - Baraboo School District
Erin Gauthier - Palmyra - Eagle School District
Joe Bellomo - Orfordville - Parkview School District
Kevin Kirschbaum - Dodgeville School District
Marlin Phillips - Sparta School District
Ted Hayes - Wausau Insurance
Jim Watters - Jefferson School District
Ken Hammond - Sun Prairie School District
Dick Klawiter - UW Platteville WI
