To our incredible #CALSAFamilia,

Thank you for being part of this year’s Summer Institute. Your energy, passion, and commitment to educational leadership made this gathering truly special. Over the past few days, we’ve engaged in meaningful conversations, built stronger connections, and reaffirmed our collective mission to uplift our students, schools, and communities.

From inspiring keynote speakers to powerful sessions and shared moments of learning, your presence made all the difference. We hope you leave feeling empowered, connected, and ready to continue the work that transforms lives.

Let’s carry the momentum forward—the work doesn’t stop here! Stay engaged, stay inspired, and continue leading with culture, community, and corazón. ❤️

We can’t wait to see you at our Focus on Results 2026—stay tuned for details!

Featured Speakers of #SI2025!

  • Dr. Elizabeth J. Blanco

    Superintendent of Pasadena Unified School District

  • Alberto M. Carvalho

    Superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District

  • Mr. Edward James Olmos

    Founder and Chairman of the Board, Latino Film Institute

  • Mr. Axel Caballero

    Chief Executive Officer, Latino Film Institute

  • Dr. Karling Aguilera-Fort

    Deputy Superintendent, San Francisco Unified School District

  • Dr. Raul Maldonado

    Superintendent of Schools, Palmdale School District

  • Rachel Raimist, Ph.D.

    Director, Professor, Mentor

Members: $750

Non-Members: $950

Members + Gala: $875

Non-Members + Gala: $1075

Gala ONLY: $125

Life Members: Free* 

Presenter: $100 Discount**

*Gala Registration Not Included

**A Maximum of Two Presenters per Workshop

Interested Business Partners, please contact partnerships@calsa.org for more information!

CALSA Summer Institute (SI) will provide a venue for educational leaders to access solutions and strategies necessary to address the needs of all students, but with special emphasis on Latino/a students. The SI will continue to promote CALSA’s values of mentoring, advocacy, networking, leadership development, and Familia through the high-impact program of activities scheduled.