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2025 WASB Day at the Capitol


Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Monona Terrace & Wisconsin State Capitol

Join school board members and administrators from around the state to advocate for your schools!

We’ll spend the morning discussing the latest updates on the 2025-27 state budget and other legislation. State budget experts and legislative leaders will provide insights into current developments, while WASB staff will share key talking points for advocates to use in their Capitol meetings.

Then, we’ll be ready to meet with legislators in their Capitol offices. The WASB will schedule afternoon meetings for you. Come prepared to discuss your district’s top priorities and share local examples to support your points. Given the importance of this state budget for school districts facing limited state funding increases, it’s essential for school leaders to make their voices heard.

Registration Information

Conference registration is $209. Registration includes materials, continental breakfast and lunch.

The cancellation deadline is Wednesday, March 5, at 5 p.m. No refunds for cancellations after that date. To cancel, call toll-free 877-705-4422.

Hotel Accommodations

Hilton Madison Monona Terrace,
9 E. Wilson St., Madison
Phone: 608-255-5100

Hotel rate: $169
Cut-off date for hotel rooms: Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025
Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance

Identify yourself as a member of the Wisconsin Association of School Boards to get the special group rates.

Parking

Click here for a detailed map with instructions for using the Monona Terrace parking ramp in Madison.

Alternatively, this link provides attendees a live view of the number of vacant stalls in the various parking garages in downtown Madison. Click on a specific garage to view its location, hours of operation and additional information.

Event Agenda

Morning: Monona Terrace

8 a.m.          Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:30 a.m.     Presentations and Programming
Programming will include a briefing on how the proposed 2025-27 state budget will impact public schools, an explanation of the WASB’s budget priorities and a panel discussion featuring key legislative leaders from both parties. Check back soon for more detailed information about the programming and presenters.

12 p.m.   Networking Lunch

Afternoon: State Capitol

1 p.m.      Meet with Legislators
WASB staff will schedule meetings with your legislators’ offices on your behalf. Your schedule will be provided during registration.

4-4:30 p.m.   Check-Out with WASB Government Relations Staff

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