2026 Southern Region Leadership Conference

Schedule

Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am

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Location

Hot Springs Convention Center | Hot Springs National Park, AR

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The 2026 Southern Region Leadership Conference, will take place July 19–21 at the Hot Springs Convention Center in beautiful Hot Springs, Arkansas.
This year’s theme, Meeting the Moment: Strategic Leadership for Today’s Schools, brings together school board members, superintendents, and education leaders from Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi for a dynamic exchange of ideas and experiences.
Designed with today’s challenges in mind, this high-impact, tri-state event offers engaging sessions, relevant topics, and meaningful opportunities to collaborate with peers who understand the work you do. You will leave with practical strategies and fresh perspective to lead with clarity and purpose.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Rex Nelson
“From State of Disaster to State of Excellence”
Rex Nelson will guide attendees through the history of our region, connecting past events to present-day realities and future opportunities. His message will highlight the critical role of education and the influence of school board leadership in shaping strong communities—challenging participants to lead their districts toward excellence.
Schedule at a Glance: https://aptg.co/ZYTdb8
Learn more: https://www.arsba.org/article/2812236
Register: https://bit.ly/arboardconnect
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Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd,Hot Springs, Arkansas, Hot Springs National Park, United States

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