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We Can't Wait to See You in California!
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We're ready to greet you at this year's AESA Summer Leadership Conference: Systems in Sync: Leading Coherence & Connection.
Hosted in partnership with the San Bernardino County Office of Education and Riverside County Office of Education, this event brings ESA leaders together for learning, networking, and collaboration focused on strengthening alignment and impact across systems.
Make sure to lock in your visit with the best rate! Early bird pricing flies away TOMORROW!
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Arrive Early. Leave with a Strategy.
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Arrive a day early and make the most of your AESA Summer Leadership Conference experience. The Pre-Conference Strategic Pricing Workshop gives your team dedicated time to tackle one of the most important drivers of agency sustainability: pricing. Leave with practical strategies, tested ideas, and new opportunities to support your mission and financial health. (Separate registration applies.)
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The AESA Leadership Academy Has Been Reimagined
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Today's ESA leaders face unprecedented complexity, and the Leadership Academy has been redesigned to meet the moment.
This yearlong experience for ESA CEOs and cabinet-level leaders focuses on the real challenges of leadership today, including strategic foresight, organizational health, AI, political acumen, entrepreneurial sustainability, and succession planning.
Participants will join a highly selective national cohort, engage in blended learning experiences, and take part in the Global Systems Lab in Vienna and Budapest, an immersive international experience designed to expand perspective and leadership capacity.
The Journey Begins at SLC
The 2026-27 cohort launches July 13–14 in Riverside, California, immediately before the 2026 AESA Summer Leadership Conference.
Learn more by reviewing the Participant Overview for key dates and program details, and the Board & Executive Guide for information on the Academy's value, leadership impact, and return on investment.
Questions?
Contact Jessica Huizenga, Chief Program Officer, or Jason Hiruo, Chief Global Officer.
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Explore Learning Labs at the SLC
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Looking to grow your leadership skills and build new capabilities? AESA is launching two of our Learning Labs at the Summer Leadership Conference. Attend an in-person breakout session to explore the programs, ask questions, and determine whether the experience is right for you or members of your team.
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Operations Online Learning Lab
Designed for ESA staff serving in operational leadership roles, this professional development series provides practical learning, collaboration, and leadership development opportunities.
Learn more>>
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Hear from Kristy!
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Career & Technical Education (CTE) Leadership Lab
This yearlong, cohort-based leadership experience is designed for ESA leaders and staff involved in Career & Technical Education. Kristy Volesky, National CTE Leadership Strategist, will provide an overview of the program and discuss how your K-12 and community partners can participate.
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AESA will launch the Service with Soul Learning Lab at the Annual Conference & Expo this December. This cohort-based experience will help ESA leaders and teams build a culture of exceptional customer service, strengthen relationships, and enhance the experience of those they serve. Watch for additional details and registration information in the coming months.
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Also Happening this Summer
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The Building Capacity workshops were originally designed for district leadership teams to engage in hands-on planning using the Gen AI Maturity Tool. However, AESA is seeing strong interest from ESA teams as well. ESA staff who are exploring AI service models, regional supports, or system-level strategy are encouraged to participate. Below are upcoming workshops.
Northeast Georgia RESA
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Dates: June 10–11, 2026
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Trainer: Shona Foster, Instructional Technology & Digital Learning Director
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Location: Braselton Civic Center, 27 E. Lake Drive, Braselton, GA 30517
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Registration Flyer
Southwest West Central Service Cooperative
- Dates: July 15-16, 2026
- Trainer: David Berner, Technology Integration Program Coordinator
- Location: 100 London Rd, Marshall, MN
- Registration Flyer
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