Texas Council of Women School Executives (TCWSE) Annual Conference

TCWSE will hold its annual conference January 22-23, 2027, 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 22-23, 2027, 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 24, 2027

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.

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

Texas Commissioner of Education Mike Morath will make a special presentation. Appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott, 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 5.5 million students enrolled in the state’s public schools. 

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. 

First-Time Attendee / New TASA Member Morning Meet & Mingle

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

Cynthia (Cynt) Marshall is the former CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and a nationally recognized leader in culture transformation, people-first leadership, and organizational change. When she joined the Mavericks in 2018, she brought transparency, trust, and a strong values-based approach to reshaping the organization’s culture. Before that, she spent 36 years at AT&T, where she developed leaders, strengthened employee engagement, and helped align people with the company’s vision and priorities. In her keynote, “Leading with Heart,” Marshall will share why strong organizations begin with people. She will reflect on the leadership principles that guided her through major change and the importance of building workplaces grounded in trust, belonging, and shared values. With her signature energy, humor and candor, Marshall will offer practical insight into leading through challenges, bringing out the best in others and creating a culture where people and performance can thrive.

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

Sal Khan, founder and CEO of Khan Academy and Vision Steward and board member of TED, has spent nearly two decades expanding access to high-quality education worldwide. What began as online tutoring for his cousins has grown into a free learning platform serving learners in more than 190 countries and 50 languages. Across Texas, superintendents are weighing a harder question than how to lift scores: What should a graduate actually be able to do? In his keynote, “What Does Good Look Like Now? Rethinking the Bar for Student Learning in 2027,” Khan will make the case that the bar has moved toward real mastery, original thinking, and the confidence to use both long after the test. He’ll share what he’s seeing in classrooms around the world, where new tools genuinely help and where they fall short, and what it takes for a district to raise expectations without leaving students behind. Recognized as one of TIME‘s 100 Most Influential People, Khan is the author of The One World Schoolhouse and Brave New Words and co-author of Teaching Students to Use AI Ethically & Responsibly.

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

Roosevelt Nivens, TASA president and superintendent of Lamar CISD, was named the 2026 National Superintendent of the Year by AASA. He is the first Texas superintendent to receive the nation’s highest honor for school system leadership in 25 years. Nivens has spent nearly three decades in public education, beginning as a teacher and serving in campus and district leadership roles before becoming a superintendent. Since joining Lamar CISD in 2021, he has led one of Texas’ fastest-growing school districts, serving nearly 50,000 students. Long before he became the nation’s top superintendent, Nivens was a child who struggled in school and faced a difficult childhood. While some doubted his potential, other educators believed in him and helped change the direction of his life. In this deeply personal keynote, Nivens will share how he overcame obstacles to become an award-winning education leader. His story is a powerful reminder of the lasting influence educators can have — and what becomes possible when someone believes in a child.