2027 EVERY CHILD COUNTS SYMPOSIUM
Join more than 1,500 California education leaders for ACSA's premier event for special education and student services professionals. Hosted by ACSA's Student Services and Special Education Council, the Every Child Counts Symposium delivers two and a half days of dynamic workshops, powerful keynotes, and meaningful connection with colleagues from across the state.
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa | Palm Desert, CA
Mon January 11, 2027-Wed January 13, 2027
Built for the moment we're in.
Special education and student services leaders are navigating one of the most complex moments in public education. Laws and compliance requirements continue to evolve. Student needs are growing in scope and intensity. Staffing pressures, mental health concerns, and shifting family expectations are reshaping the day-to-day reality of our work.
Doing this job well — and sustainably — requires more than expertise. It requires community, current knowledge, and a renewed sense of purpose. Here are just a few things you will take home...
CLARITY
On the legal, policy, and compliance shifts impacting your students and staff right now.
PRACTICAL TOOLS
Frameworks and strategies you can implement in your district the week you return.
RENEWED PURPOSE
Drawn from keynotes, peer stories, and the shared experience of leaders like you.
STATEWIDE NETWORK
Colleagues, mentors, and partners you can lean on long after the conference ends.
FRESH PERSPECTIVE
On how to lead with both compassion and effectiveness in a changing landscape.
Call for Speakers, Now Open!
The Association of California School Administrators' Student Services and Special Education Council invites you to submit a proposal to present at the 2027 Every Child Counts Symposium.
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We're excited to share our Summit sponsorship offerings with you soon!
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Every student deserves a leader who's equipped, inspired, and supported.
Every leader deserves a community that has their back.
See you in...
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