Plan to join us in Anchorage: November 13-16, 2025!
As the state’s largest gathering of education policymakers, AASB’s Annual Conference provides school board members with a valuable opportunity to learn from their peers, engage with education experts, and strengthen collaboration within their board-superintendent teams. Sessions are designed to equip boards with content knowledge, practical tips, and tools to energize school boards, inspire change, and advance student achievement.
An integral part of the conference is the Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) — an inspiring experience that brings high school students from around Alaska to build leadership skills alongside their school boards, and learn how to be powerful advocates for their schools and communities. Boards are encouraged to bring student representatives to participate!
New Venue for 2025!
This year, all conference sessions will take place at the William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center, right in the heart of Downtown Anchorage. This exciting new location offers expanded meeting space and improved accessibility to help us better fulfill our mission of serving Alaska’s students, families, and communities.
Choose your preferred accommodations with special room blocks available at both the Hilton Anchorage and Hotel Captain Cook, just a short walk from the venue.
This Year’s Theme: Coming Together for Students
Now more than ever, Alaska’s education leaders must unite in support of student success. This year’s theme reflects our shared commitment to collaboration, connection, and and strong local governance. Join school board members, superintendents, and education advocates from across the state as we come together to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen the leadership that shapes Alaska’s schools and communities.
Stay tuned for registration details, lodging options, keynote speakers, and a full agenda. We look forward to coming together for students with you in Anchorage!
Have questions? Contact us.
Be a Presenter
Share Your Expertise at AASB’s Annual Conference
AASB is planning a dynamic conference on November 13-16, 2025, at the Egan Convention Center in Anchorage, Alaska. We invite school districts and partners to submit session proposals to share your expertise with school board members and district leaders. This year’s theme is “Coming Together for Alaska’s Students.”
We seek out presenters and breakout sessions that are designed to equip boards with content knowledge, practical tips, and tools to energize school boards, inspire change, and advance student achievement.
Session proposals are welcome from school districts, educational organizations and other partners. Breakout session proposals must include at least one school district representative from an AASB member district and be geared toward school board members.
Deadline to Submit: Friday, September 12, at 5 pm AK.
Become a Sponsor
The Annual Conference is AASB’s largest event of the year, with 200-300 school board members, superintendents, and student attendees. It’s an ideal opportunity for businesses and organizations to connect with the decision-makers responsible for major school district purchases and policies.
Join school board members, superintendents, and education advocates from across the state as we come together to exchange ideas and strengthen the leadership that shapes Alaska’s schools and communities.
Shine at Alaska’s largest gathering of education leaders with an Annual Conference Sponsorship, or go further with the PLUS Add-On for year-round visibility at all of AASB’s statewide events!
Keynote Speaker
Jeff Utecht
Educator | Innovator | Global Thought Leader
The child of two educators, Jeff’s journey began in Spokane, where his passion for authentic learning first took root. From volunteering as a teacher at 17 to receiving a Bill and Melinda Gates Technology Grant in 2001, Jeff has continually pushed the boundaries of education by exploring technology’s transformative power in the classroom.
With over 75,000 educators upskilled worldwide, keynote addresses spanning the globe, and a reputation for creating sustainable change in schools, Jeff remains driven by a singular mission: to ensure we prepare students for their future, not our past. He shares insights drawn from decades of experience as a teacher, leader, and consultant, inspiring audiences to reimagine what’s possible in education.
Pre-Conference Sessions
Experienced Board Member Academy
Thursday, November 13
This year’s Experienced Board Member Academy will focus on the Board’s Role in School Finance. The day will focus on strengthening board members’ understanding of their oversight role in school district finances. Sessions will explore key financial topics such as:
- Overview of Alaska’s Foundation Formula and how it determines school funding
- The fundamentals of the budgeting process and timelines
- Understanding and managing fund balance
- The role and impact of Impact Aid funding
- How grants affect district budgeting and financial planning
Ready Set Govern
Thursday, November 13 & Friday, November 14
Ready Set Govern, designed for new school board members, is structured to help them better understand and feel more comfortable in their role, as well as connect with school board members from around the state.
