Texas Council of Women School Executives (TCWSE) Annual Conference

TCWSE will hold its annual conference January 23-24, 2026, in conjunction with the TASA Midwinter Conference. There is a separate registration cost. Learn more.

Texas Council of Women School Executives (TCWSE) Annual Conference

TCWSE will hold its annual conference January 23-24, 2026, in conjunction with the TASA Midwinter Conference. There is a separate registration cost. Learn more.

TABSE Texas Education Policy Institute (TEPI)

The Texas Alliance of Black School Educators (TABSE) traditionally holds its annual Texas Education Policy Institute (TEPI) on Saturday prior to the TASA Midwinter Conference. TEPI allows education leaders and elected officials to work together to analyze, strengthen, and translate policy into practice to ensure equitable academic outcomes for all Texas students. This event is for educators who are interested in learning about education policy and practice and want to provide input on legislative policy. There is a separate registration fee and spots are limited. 

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Registration

Whether you are already registered or need to register on-site, be sure to stop by the Registration Desk to pick up your badge when you arrive to ensure admittance to conference events.

School Finance Template (formerly Budget) Boot Camp

TASA’s School Finance Template Boot Camp has long been considered a valuable asset to administrators. This hands-on session will break down the steps to template completion one by one, and staff will be available to work with you individually and answer questions. There is a separate registration cost. Learn more.

Aspiring Superintendents Academy Kickoff 

TASA’s Aspiring Superintendents Academy is a must-attend for those who aspire to become superintendents. Held in conjunction with the TASA Midwinter Conference, the academy offers nearly 14 hours of content (over the course of the four-day conference) that focuses on both how to get the job and how to be successful in the job, plus you’ll hear from sitting superintendents and representatives from multiple search firms. There is a separate registration cost. Learn more.

Welcome Reception (open to all Midwinter registrants)

Conference registrants and exhibitors are invited to the Midwinter Conference Welcome Reception. Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with colleagues from across the state! Before you head to the reception, be sure to stop by on-site registration to pick up your conference badge.

Registration

Whether you are already registered or need to register on-site, be sure to stop by the Registration Desk to pick up your badge when you arrive to ensure admittance to conference events.

Designated Exhibit Viewing

No sessions are planned for this time; please visit the Exhibit Hall to browse the 400+ booths and meet with vendors from across the country. 

Aspiring Superintendents Academy (continues)

TASA’s Aspiring Superintendents Academy, held in conjunction with the TASA Midwinter Conference each year, kicks off on Sunday of the conference, and meets again Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, for nearly 14 hours of professional learning. There is a separate registration cost. Learn more.

Exhibit Hall Open

Please stop by the Exhibit Hall to browse the 400+ booths and meet with vendors from across the country.

Special Session: Commissioner of Education Mike Morath

Appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott, Mike Morath has served as Texas Commissioner of Education since January 2016. As commissioner, he heads the Texas Education Agency, which oversees pre-kindergarten through high school education for more than 5 million students enrolled in the state’s public schools. 

First-Time Midwinter Attendee / New TASA Member Meet-and-Greet

If this is your first time attending a Midwinter Conference or if you’re a new TASA member and you would like the chance to meet new people or maybe even find a conference lunch buddy, be sure to join us for this meet-and-greet and “coffee talk” designed especially for you! Our TASA Executive Superintendents and other experienced conference-goers will be here to welcome you and answer any questions you may have.

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

Designated Exhibit Viewing

No sessions are planned for this time; please visit the Exhibit Hall to browse the 400+ booths and meet with vendors from across the country.

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

First General Session

Will Guidara is the author of the National Bestseller Unreasonable Hospitality, which chronicles the lessons in service and leadership he has learned over the course of his career in restaurants. He is the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, which, under his leadership, received four stars from the New York Times, three Michelin stars, and in 2017 was named No. 1 on the list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. He is the host of the Welcome Conference, an annual hospitality symposium that brings together like-minded people to share ideas, inspire one another, and connect to form community. A graduate of the hospitality school at Cornell University, he has coauthored four cookbooks, was named one of Crain’s New York Business’ 40 Under 40, and is the recipient of WSJ Magazine‘s Innovator Award.

Registration

Whether you are already registered or need to register on-site, be sure to stop by the Registration Desk to pick up your badge when you arrive to ensure admittance to conference events.

Exhibit Hall Open

Please stop by the Exhibit Hall to browse the 400+ booths and meet with vendors from across the country.

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

Designated Exhibit Viewing

No sessions are planned for this time; please visit the Exhibit Hall to browse the 400+ booths and meet with vendors from across the country.

Aspiring Superintendents Academy (includes luncheon)

TASA’s Aspiring Superintendents Academy, held in conjunction with the TASA Midwinter Conference each year, kicks off on Sunday of the conference, and meets again Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, for nearly 14 hours of professional learning. This session of the academy begins with the Inspiring Leaders Luncheon. There is a separate registration cost for the academy. Learn more. 

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

Thought Leader & Concurrent Sessions

Second General Session

Dr. Rick Rigsby — a former award-winning professor — spent over two decades teaching at various colleges, most of those years serving at Texas A&M University. In addition to academic duties, he was hired by legendary football icon R. C. Slocum as Chaplain and Life Skills Coach for the Aggies football team. A former award-winning journalist, Rigsby is a regular contributor on numerous national television and radio programs. Inspired by a genuine conviction to help people realize their full potential, he brings a combined four decades of experience and expertise to the set of “How Ya’ Livin’?” This transformative podcast encourages, inspires, and challenges people at every level to dream bigger, stretch beyond comfort zones, and achieve the impossible! A Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Amazon Best-selling author, Rigsby’s books include Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout and Afraid to Hope.

Aspiring Superintendents Academy (includes breakfast)

TASA’s Aspiring Superintendents Academy, held in conjunction with the TASA Midwinter Conference each year, kicks off on Sunday of the conference, and meets again Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, for nearly 14 hours of professional learning. There is a separate registration cost for the academy. Learn more.

Concurrent Sessions

Third General Session

Kim Strobel is on a mission to transform lives through the science of happiness and leadership. As a globally recognized keynote speaker, happiness coach, and leadership consultant, Strobel empowers individuals and organizations to reclaim their joy, boost performance, and cultivate resilient, purpose-driven cultures. With over two decades of experience in education — as a teacher, curriculum director, and now the CEO of Strobel Education — Strobel brings both heart and expertise to the stage. She delivers evidence-based strategies that inspire personal growth, foster leadership excellence, and create cultures of well-being in businesses, schools, financial services, and beyond. Her unique blend of real-life stories, humor, and actionable insights captivates audiences and sparks lasting change. Strobel’s dynamic talks cover topics from harnessing happiness and overcoming fear to leading with authenticity and improving workplace performance. Strobel leaves audiences energized, motivated, and equipped to lead happier, more fulfilled lives.