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Thank you for attending the 2025 State Education Convention! We’ll see you next year.
January 21-23, 2026 | Baird Center | Milwaukee | #EdCon2026
About Convention
For over 100 years, the Wisconsin State Education Convention has been the largest gathering of educational leaders in the state. Historically, more than 2,000 people attend the three-day convention.
The event, held in January at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, is co-sponsored by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards, the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials (WASBO) and the Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators (WASDA).
2025 first-place artwork by Jules Martinez, a student from the Wrightstown Community School District.
The 2025 art contest theme was “Growth!”
Have Questions?
Do you have any questions regarding the State Education Convention?
Check our Frequently Asked Questions page to find information about registration, shuttle services, mobility accommodations and more.
2025 Convention Photo Gallery
View photos from the 2025 Wisconsin State Education Convention in photographer John O’Hara’s online gallery!
Additionally, if you stopped by the Cahill Studios of Photography booth, your headshot is ready. Find download and contact information below.
Convention Highlights
Pre-Convention Workshops
Convention attendees expanded their learning with a pre-convention workshop on Tuesday, January 21.
Keynote Speakers
Our engaging keynote speakers centered their messages around engagement, attitude and leading with passion.
Breakout Sessions
More than 95 breakout sessions helped Wisconsin school leaders learn from each other.
Exhibit Hall
Featuring over 200 vendors, our Exhibit Hall provided attendees the opportunity to learn about the latest offerings in the industry.
More Resources
The November 2024 issue of Wisconsin School News goes in-depth on everything related to convention.
We want you to join the conversation! Use one of our social media graphics to spread the word about your participation at #EdCon2025. Visit our Promotional Toolkit page to find graphics for attendees, presenters and exhibitors.
The 2025 State Education Convention app is now available to download in the Apple and Google Play stores! Make sure to download it to receive the latest convention updates. You’ll also have access to the agenda, maps, presenter handouts and more.
Thank you to our 2025 State Education Convention Sponsors!
Wisconsin State Education Convention
122 W. Washington Ave., Suite 400 · Madison, WI 53703
toll-free 877-705-4422 · phone 608-257-2622 · fax 608-257-8386
convention@wasb.org