High 5
Our weekly picks for advancing your career
June 8, 2026
1. Just announced: Keynote Dr. Jacqueline Sanderlin
ACSA is pleased to announce accomplished educator, author, and international keynote speaker Dr. Jacqueline Sanderlin as Thursday’s keynote speaker at Leadership Summit. A former national K–12 Education Leadership Executive at Apple and founder and CEO of the Why Not Incubator, Dr. Sanderlin challenges leaders to rethink what’s possible in education through the power of partnership.
When: Nov. 4-7
Where: Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, Chula Vista
Cost: $800 ACSA member early bird rate (ends August 31)
Register: bit.ly/LeadershipSummit_2026
2. Transform your leadership at summer institute
Spaces are still available for this transformative leadership experience for aspiring, new and experienced principals. Experience a week of powerful conversations with Dr. Leena Bakshi, Dr. Cherina Betters, Tovi Scruggs-Hussein, Dr. Amanda Goldman, Dr. Darin Brawley and Dr. Raul Maldonado.
When: June 22-26
Where: University of La Verne
Cost: $2,300 ACSA member; $2,600 non-ACSA member
Register: bit.ly/Summer26ACSA
3. Join Women in School Leadership Forum
ACSA’s Women in School Leadership Forum is an unparalleled networking and educational experience designed to engage, enlighten, empower and connect women education leaders. Join us at the Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa in Indian Wells.
When: Sept. 23-25
Where: Indian Wells
Cost: $799 ACSA member
Register: bit.ly/2026ACSA_Women
4. Now open: Lead With Pride Summit
School leaders will explore joy, community and leadership at this year’s Lead With Pride Summit. This conference empowers school administrators and educators with the tools to create safe and affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ students and staff.
When: Sept. 30-Oct. 2
Where: Long Beach
Cost: $700 ACSA members
Register: bit.ly/LeadWithPride2026
5. Free webinar: The Engagement Engine
Brought to you in partnership with Learning Genie, “The Engagement Engine: Rapid-Fire Strategies to Solve the Student Engagement Crisis Using AI” explores how student ownership drives deeper engagement and more meaningful learning. Designed for immediate application, this session includes adaptable examples you can use across any subject or grade level.
When: 4-5 p.m. June 17
Where: Online Learning Center
Cost: Free
Register: onlinelearning.acsa.org/courses/the-engagement-engine-rapid-fire-strategies-to-solve-the-student-engagement-crisis-using-ai
