Agenda
- All Times CT
Day 1 · Leadership Excellence
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 • 10:00am-1:50pm
10:00-10:20 am
Welcome and Opening Keynote
9 Pillars of Leadership Excellence
Speaker:
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder and President, Studer Education
10:20-10:50 am
Executive Panel
From the Beginning to Where You Are Now as a System
Speakers:
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder and President, Studer Education
Dr. Matt Hillmann, Executive Director, MN Association of School Administrators (MASA)
Mark Holzman, Superintendent, School District of Janesville, WI
Keith Leonard, Superintendent, Escambia County Public Schools, FL
11:00-11:20 am
Mini Masterclass
Take “Starting with the Why” to the Next Level
Speaker:
Dr. KK Owen, Leader Coach, Studer Education
11:30-11:50 am
Mini Masterclass
Making Recognizing Bright Spots a Habit of Practice
Speaker:
Dr. KK Owen, Leader Coach, Studer Education
12:00-12:35 pm
Executive Panel
Culture and Strategy Go Hand in Hand
Speakers:
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder and President, Studer Education
Al Betry, Agency Administrator, CESA 9, WI
Johnny Edwards, Superintendent, Portage Public Schools, MI
Dr. Kelly Tess, Superintendent, The Winnetka Public Schools, IL
12:45-1:15 pm
District Demonstrations
Leadership Excellence Tactics: Plus/Delta and K12 Rounding
Speakers:
Dr. KK Owen, Leader Coach, Studer Education
Dr. Catherine Wang, Superintendent, Glencoe School District 35, IL
Bradley Roberson, Leader Coach, Studer Education
1:25-1:50 pm
Executive Showcase
Visions In Education
Speakers:
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder and President, Studer Education
Dr. Steve Olmos, Superintendent and Executive Director, Visions In Education, CA
Day 2 · Service Excellence with Families
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 • 2:00-4:45pm
2:00-2:20 pm
Day 2 Welcome and Keynote
A School System Parents and Students Can’t Live Without
Speaker:
Dr. Deanna Ashby, Leader Coach, Studer Education
2:30-2:50 pm
Mini Masterclass
Family Rounding to Build Relationships with Families
Speaker:
Kathy Myles, Leader Coach, Studer Education
3:00-3:30 pm
Executive Panel
Families Mattering: Engaging Families in Conversations About Their Child’s Learning
Speakers:
Dr. Deanna Ashby, Leader Coach, Studer Education
Dr. Ryan Carpenter, Superintendent, Estacada School District, OR
Julie Giannini-Previde, Superintendent, McKinleyville Union School District, CA
Claudette Herald, Superintendent, Oldham County Schools, KY
3:40-4:00 pm
Mini Masterclass
Simple, Yet Impactful Service Excellence Tactics
Speaker:
Brent Brummet, Leader Coach, Studer Education
4:10-4:45 pm
District Demonstrations
Leadership Excellence Tactics: Rolling Out District Support Services Surveys and Service Recovery with Key Messages
Speakers:
Dr. Deanna Ashby, Leader Coach, Studer Education
Dr. Travis Bracht, Superintendent, Affton School District, MO
Jennifer Marroquin, Leader Coach, Studer Education
Day 3 · Student Excellence
Thursday, October 8, 2026 • 10:00am-2:00pm
10:00-10:20 am
Day 3 Welcome and Keynote
Applying Improvement Practices in the Classroom with Students
Speaker:
Bradley Roberson, Leader Coach, Studer Education
10:20-10:50 am
Mini Masterclass
Student Rounding
Speaker:
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder and President, Studer Education
11:00-11:20 am
Mini Masterclass
Moving a Low-Performing School Up
Speaker:
Dr. KK Owen, Leader Coach, Studer Education
11:30 am-12:05 pm
Executive Panel
Student Mattering: Engaging Students in Conversations About Their Learning
Speakers:
Bradley Roberson, Leader Coach, Studer Education
Dr. Christi Barrett, Superintendent, Hemet Unified School District, CA
Dr. Adam Leckie, Superintendent, Casa Grande Elementary School District, AZ
La Toyua Tolbert, Assistant Superintendent, Cherry Creek School District, CO
12:15-12:45 pm
District Demonstrations
Examples of PDSA in the Classroom
Speakers:
Bradley Roberson, Leader Coach, Studer Education
Patches Calhoun, Della Davidson Elementary School Principal, Oxford School District, MS
Dr. Sarah Shields, Estacada Middle School Principal, Estacada School District, OR
12:55-1:20 pm
Closing Keynote
Systems Improvement Is a Must Have Not a Nice to Have
Speaker:
Dr. Pat Greco, Senior Director of Thought Leadership, Studer Education
1:30-2:00 pm
Leader Learning Communities
Bring your voice to the room! Join live, on camera and off mute, for a dynamic and reflective exchange with fellow conference participants.
FAQs
What does registration include?
- Live sessions in Zoom, October 6-8, 2026
- Session recordings, available on-demand through December 1, 2026
- Access to a virtual event community of like-minded leaders committed to student, service, and leadership excellence
Who should attend?
Designed for superintendents, cabinets, and leadership teams — your whole team can attend together, right from your district, building, or home office, and leave with the same language and the same playbook. This results in faster alignment and follow-through that lasts, from the district office to the building level.
How much does registration cost?
$100 per person, or $400 for a team of five.
Can I get a refund if I can't attend?
Registrations are non-refundable. You can transfer your registration to a colleague by emailing events@studereducation.com.
What technology do I need to participate?
The virtual conference will take place in the Zoom Events platform. To participate, you’ll need a computer or mobile device with a strong internet connection and audio/video capabilities. A few tips to set yourself up for success:
- Block the session times on your calendar and minimize distractions by finding a quiet place from which to participate.
- Close any applications you won’t need during sessions to optimize your device’s performance.
- Review Zoom Support’s Joining Zoom Webinars & Events article for full technical requirements.