2026 CACE Leadership Conference
December 2 – 4, 2026
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Sponsored by Curriculum Associates
Come join members of the CACE Board and other new (ish) Title I Directors to ask questions, learn about the conference, and CACE, and to network with others!
Hosted by 806 Technologies and Carnegie Learning
Wednesday Evening Dinner
Sponsored by Imagine Learning
"The Hidden Work: What separates top-performers from underachievers"
High performance isn’t about talent or luck – it’s about habits. In this practical, thought-provoking keynote, Weston Kieschnick exposes the often-overlooked behaviors and mindsets that separate top performers from underachievers in classrooms, schools, and systems. Participants explore why underperformance defaults to blame and excuses – and how high performers replace those patterns with ownership, truth, and solutions.
Hosted by Imagine Learning
Perspectives from Washington
1. MTSS in Mathematics. Provides a comprehensive roadmap for building strong systems of support, moving from foundational structures to high-leverage instructional practices.
2. Trisha DiFazio - SEL in the Moment: Small Actions, Big Impact
Participants will explore practical, easy-to-implement strategies that integrate SEL into everyday interactions, routines, and instruction. Discover how small, intentional actions can strengthen relationships, support emotional regulation, increase student engagement, and create more connected, inclusive learning environments.
3. Dr. John A. Williams III
4. Matt Deninger - DESE- Matt (minus Rob) is Back Again! Matt will cover a wide range of topics with respect to state and federal education policy, funding, and other important updates from DESE.
Hosted by Scholastic
Sponsored by McGraw Hill
Sponsored by Educational Publishers Network
Hosted by McGraw Hill
Musical Bingo!
Hosted by Savvas
Sponsored by Hand2Mind
You’ve heard of the science of reading. What about math education?
Educational leaders often look for the “Science of Reading” equivalent in math, but searching for a simple intervention point misunderstands the discipline. This session unpacks why shifting math instruction—and building effective intervention structures—requires a different leadership approach than literacy. Join author Pam Harris to redefine what it means to “math,” align our communication, and gain a framework for supporting teachers. Together, we will empower leaders to reimagine math teaching for student success.
10 Things I Wish We Would Stop Doing as Educational Leaders, and What We Can Do Instead
We do our best to stay current with what the research and promising practices are telling us, and we do our best to make leadership decisions in the best interest of our students, but if we're being honest, sometimes we're just not meeting the mark. We spin our wheels and wonder why things aren't working, but the life of educational leadership gets busy and before we know it, we didn't even have time to breathe, nevermind re-think our ideas or programs. It's ok; we're in this together! In this non-judgmental, collegial, inspiring and powerful session, we'll look at some of the pervasive systemic practices in our field that really do need to change... and we'll encourage each other as educational leaders while we take the time to reflect on and share some ways we can move forward with confidence.
Sponsored by McGraw Hill
From Strategic Plans to Strategic Actions: Identifying and Mitigating Internal Barriers to Success
If you’ve developed a great plan, set up the systems, purchased the resources, and provided the training but didn't see the expected results, this session is for you. Together, we'll reflect honestly to diagnose where things may be breaking down and explore immediately actionable strategies to reduce issues and remove barriers to success.
Strong Minds, Strong Hearts: Leading with Connection in a Changing World
Today's educators are navigating unprecedented levels of stress, increasing student needs, and the pressure to do more with less. But what if the most powerful tool for transforming schools isn't another program or initiative, but the way we connect with ourselves and one another?
In this engaging, humorous, and thought-provoking keynote, educators will explore how social-emotional learning begins with us. Through relatable stories, research-informed insights, and practical strategies, participants will discover how emotional awareness, regulation, and authentic connection create the conditions for students and adults to thrive. Attendees will leave feeling inspired, empowered, and reminded that the greatest impact we have begins with how we show up for one another.
