Focus On Results 2026

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Feb 5 - 7, 2026

San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront | Burlingame, CA

With sessions designed to inspire leadership rooted in corazón, culture, and community, you’ll gain practical strategies, powerful insights, and meaningful connections to help close achievement gaps, elevate educational leaders in their professional journeys, and strengthen cultural proficiency to better serve and support Latino educators and students. Join us to grow your network, deepen your leadership, and plant the seeds of change that will transform our schools and communities.

Focus on Results 2026 offers a powerful opportunity to connect with educational leaders, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to advancing quality public education and expanding opportunities across communities.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

  • Dr. Miguel A. Cardona

    12th U.S. Secretary of Education

  • Ms. Dalia Gadelmawla

    Superintendent of Corona-Norco Unified School District

  • Mr. Jerry Almendarez

    Former Superintendent of Santa Ana USD and Founder of Creative Futures Collaborative

  • Dr. Veronica Alvarez

    Executive Director of Create CA

  • Jorge A. Aguilar

    Superintendent of Wonderful College Prep Academy

IN CONVERSATION WITH SECRETARY CARDONA

  • Dr. Fabi Bagula

    Superintendent of San Diego Unified School District

  • Dr. Janet Schulze

    Superintendent of Pittsburg Unified School District

  • Iván Carrillo

    Senior Director of Policy and Governmental Relations, Association of California School Administrators

Registration

Early Bird

(Nov 1-30, 2025)

Members $775

Non-Member $975

Retirees $600

Life Time Member $500

Standard Registration

(Dec 1 - Feb 4, 2026)

Members $875

Non-Member $1075

Retirees $700

Life Time Member $600

Day-Of

*only if space permits

Members $975

Non-Member $1175

Retirees $800

Life Time Member $700

Walk-in registration will be accepted only if space permits. Payment due onsite. POs not accepted.

Registration is open to current district and County Office of Education educational leaders. Are you a business or community partner interested in joining us at FOR2026? Visit our Sponsorship section to learn more about how to get involved.

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Venue Information

Hotel accommodations are available at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront through CALSA’s dedicated room block. The single/double rate is $229 per night, plus taxes and fees.

Please make your reservations as soon as possible—the discounted conference rate is available through January 14, 2026, or until the room block is full. Availability is limited, so we encourage early booking to secure your stay.

Hotel Accommodations

Our discounted conference room block at the host hotel is now officially full.

If you have not yet secured lodging, we encourage you to make arrangements as soon as possible. Below are several nearby hotel options for your convenience. Availability and rates may vary, and reservations should be made directly with each hotel based on your individual needs.

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Additional Nearby Hotel Options

  • The Westin San Francisco Airport

  • Aloft San Francisco Airport

  • Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco Airport

We recommend booking early to secure accommodations that best fit your travel plans.

Travel Information

The nearest airport to the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront is San Francisco International Airport. The SF Airport Marriott Waterfront offers a complimentary shuttle.

Sponsorship Information

Join CALSA as a Sponsor and Champion Latino/a Leadership in Education. Gain unparalleled visibility among influential education leaders and decision-makers across California. CALSA’s sponsorship opportunities offer a powerful platform to showcase your brand, connect with visionary professionals, and support initiatives that strengthen Latino leadership and advance equity in education.

Please contact partnerships@calsa.org for more information. 

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Voices of Our CALSA Familia

Your voice is essential to the movement. We invite attendees, presenters, and the CALSA Familia to share how CALSA’s work has impacted you, your leadership, and your community. Together, these stories help illuminate what’s possible when Latino/a leaders are supported, empowered, and united with purpose.

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Conference Schedule

The live Conference Agenda for Focus on Results 2026 is now available. Please click here to view the most up to date information.

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Know Before You Go

To help you prepare for a smooth and meaningful conference experience, we’ve created a Know Before You Go Guide with important details you’ll need ahead of your arrival.

FAQs

What are the official dates of FOR2026?

Thursday, February 5 - Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Where will FOR2026 be held?

FOR2026 will be held at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront at: 1800 Old Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA 94010.

How many people will be at the conference?

Between 200-300 attendees are anticipated.

Is there a sample letter I can use to request funding to attend the conference?

To support your professional growth, CALSA provides a sample Request for Funding Letter you can personalize when seeking approval or funding to attend the conference. Download it here.

What are the terms & conditions?

Please click here to view the terms & conditions.

Is a conference agenda available?

Yes! The live Conference Agenda for Focus on Results 2026 is now available and outlines the current schedule and flow of the event. Please note that minor updates may still occur as we get closer to the conference.

Where can I find information on the city of Burlingame, CA?

We recommend you review the Visit California travel website for any city specific information, visitcalifornia.com.

What is the hotel cancellation policy?

Cancellation policies may vary depending on the rate and dates of your reservation. Please refer to your reservation confirmation to verify your cancellation policy.

For any hotel related questions, who do I contact?

Please contact the main line at 650-692-9100 (mention you’re attending the CALSA conference)