January 21-23, 2026 | Baird Center | Milwaukee | #EdCon2026
Thank you, Attendees!
2026 State Education Convention
The theme for 2026 was: Collaborate. Innovate. Elevate. More than 3,000 public school leaders, educators, exhibitors and advocates gathered in Milwaukee Jan. 21-23 to collaborate with leaders throughout the state, innovate to advance public education and elevate student achievement across Wisconsin.
The event was co-sponsored by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards, the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials and the Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators. Thank you to all attendees and participants.
View the Agenda
Explore the complete event agenda—featuring keynote speakers, breakout sessions, ticketed meals and a variety of engaging programming. Scroll down on this page to see specific information about the keynotes, pre-convention workshops, Exhibit Hall and more. Alternatively, download the app and access the full schedule at your fingertips.
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More Resources
The March 2026 issue of Wisconsin School News recaps everything from the 2026 Wisconsin State Education Convention, held Jan. 21-23 at the Baird Center in Milwaukee. Read recaps of the four keynotes, as well as messages from State Superintendent Jill Underly, Gov. Tony Evers and COSSBA Director Dr. Kathy McFarland. Also, read the final remarks from WASB past president and Region 8 Director Andrew Maertz, and get to know our 2026 president, Region 10 Director Sandie Anderson.
This issue also recaps the 2026 Delegate Assembly, convention breakout sessions and highlights all individuals who were recognized with awards.
The November 2025 issue of Wisconsin School News previewed everything related to convention, including breakout sessions, keynote speakers, exhibitors and more.
The 2026 first-place artwork by Ruby VanZee, a student at La Crosse Central High School.
The 2026 art contest theme was “Community.”
View photos from the 2026 Wisconsin State Education Convention in photographer John O’Hara’s online gallery!
Additionally, pictures taken by Cahill Photography inside the Exhibit Hall are now available. Click here to access the gallery and be sure to enter the code WASB26 at checkout to get your photos for free.
Wisconsin State Education Convention
122 W. Washington Ave., Suite 400 · Madison, WI 53703
toll-free 833-320-5333 · phone 608-257-2622 · fax 608-257-8386
convention@wasb.org