Registration

Impact is the Annual Conference Theme for 2026.

Registration is Open

After completing the registration process, the link to reserve lodging will be provided in the registration confirmation email sent to the primary contact submitted with the registration.

Important: Registration must be completed in one session; an in-progress registration will not be saved to finish later.

To assist you, here is a visual registration guide to walk you through the process.

Step 1: Prepare Your Attendee List

Gather the following information for each attendee you are registering:

  • Full name
  • Email address (for accessing the conference app and to receive pertinent updates about the conference)
  • Role at district (school director, superintendent, etc.)

Step 2: Start the Group Registration

Click “Register” and enter the name of your school district/organization to begin.

Step 3: Set Up as the Primary Contact

  • Select the Registration Type: “I am starting a new group registration.”
  • Enter your contact information. You will serve as the Primary Contact for the group.
  • Continue through the form until you reach the Payment & Check-out page.

Step 4: Add Attendees to Your Group

  • On the Payment & Check-out page, select “Add another participant.”
  • Enter your Group Name and choose “I am adding an attendee to an existing group registration.”

Step 5: Repeat Step 4

Add each group member one at a time until all attendees are registered.

Note: If you are both the Primary Contact and an attendee, you must first create your Primary Contact profile and then add yourself as an attendee by following Step 4.

Sales Tax Exemption for 2026

Within 30 days of registering, you must fill out this exemption certificate and email it to d.lunghofer@wssda.org. Based on current guidance from the Department of Revenue, the exemption can be applied to purchases in June so long as the exemption certificate has been provided to WSSDA. If the certificate is not provided, or if the registration is later determined to be taxable, retail sales tax may be separately invoiced to the district.

Register

Pre-Conference Workshop Rates

Thursday 11/19, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Lunch provided, with four options to choose from:

  • Board Bootcamp
  • Law Conference
  • From Support to Strategy: The Executive Assistant as Governance Partner
  • Strategic Advocacy Academy

Learn more about the pre-conference workshops.

Pre-Conference Workshops Thursday 11/19, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, lunch provided
THROUGH September 25 ON OR AFTER September 26
Regular* $210 Regular $230
Student $165 Student $185

Conference Rates

Thursday, 11/19 at 2:30 pm – Saturday, 11/21 at 12:30 pm

Conference Rates Thursday 11/19 at 2:30 pm – Saturday 11/21 at 12:30 pm
THROUGH September 25 ON OR AFTER September 26
Full Conference Registration Regular $580 Regular $655
Student $315 Student $355
Guest/Non-Member: $1700 Guest/Non-Member: $2,260
Friday ONLY Regular $335 Regular $355
Student $210 Student $225
Guest/Non-Member: option not offered Guest/Non-Member: option not offered
Thursday or Saturday ONLY Regular $245 Regular $300
Student $105 Student $130
Guest/Non-Member: option not offered Guest/Non-Member: option not offered

*Regular conference fees apply to board directors, superintendents, asst. superintendents, district staff, educational organizations (OSPI, WASA, AWSP, ESD, etc.), and the like. If you have any questions, please contact the WSSDA Registrar.

The student rate applies only to middle/junior high school and high school students. Students must be accompanied by a registered adult attendee from their school district. If you have any questions, please contact the WSSDA Registrar.

By registering for the conference, all attendees agree to comply with WSSDA’s Annual Conference Terms and Conditions.

Payment Options

You have several options to pay for conference registration: credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express), procurement card, purchase order, or check. Payments must be received no later than Friday, October 23, 2026.

If necessary, please confirm or add “WSSDA” as a vendor in your system, using this mailing address:

Washington State School Directors’ Association
P.O. Box 5248
Lacey, WA 98509

If your district requires it, here is a W-9 to process payments.

Paying by Check

When paying by check please:

  • Make your check or warrant payable to WSSDA Annual Conference
  • Note the invoice number, Annual Conference 2026, and the names of all registrants
  • Include a copy of your registration confirmation.
  • Mail to:
    Washington State School Directors’ Association
    P.O. Box 5248
    Lacey, WA 98509

Paying by Purchase Order

You must issue purchase orders within 30 days of registration.

Annual Conference Terms and Conditions

Registration Confirmation

You will receive an email confirmation upon completion of online registration. This confirmation includes:

  • A link to the hotel reservation form
  • A link to make registration changes, additions and substitutions

If you need assistance, please contact the WSSDA Registrar.

Cancellations

Refunds are available if request is made by Friday, October 16, 2026, on the following basis:

  • A full refund, less a $130 cancellation fee can be requested.
  • If the attendee is registered for only a pre-conference workshop, a full refund, less a $130 cancellation fee can be requested.

To request a refund, please email cancellation requests to wssda@kfevents.com by Friday, October 16, 2026. The fee covers administrative costs. No refunds will be granted after Friday, October 16. No-shows will be charged the full amount. All cancellation requests must be made in writing.

Special Accommodations

WSSDA wants to ensure the best possible experience for every attendee. If you (or someone you are registering) have a disability or a special need, please let us know so we may help you to fully participate.

  • Indicate food allergies or dietary requirements on the registration form.
  • If you have special visual, hearing, ambulatory, or other needs, please indicate that on the registration form or contact the WSSDA Conference Manager at least two weeks before the conference.

Unauthorized Distribution of Materials and Conditions of Attendance

To comply with the law and provide a more comfortable environment for all attendees, an additional term of attendance is outlined below. By attending, all participants agree to comply with the following:

Pursuant to WAC 292-110-010, WSSDA is a state agency responsible for the proper use of state resources. Unauthorized distribution of materials that support, promote the interests of, or solicit for an outside organization or group by an attendee at any WSSDA-sponsored event or in any conference facility utilized by WSSDA for such events may result in revocation of the credentials that allow that individual to attend the event and/or barring of that individual’s attendance at future WSSDA-sponsored events.