June 16-18, 2025, The Westin, Sarasota, FL
Session slides are posted as we receive them from speakers.
To access your certificate of attendance, log in to your SAIS account at www.sais.org. Click the down arrow beside My Account, and enter your login credentials. You’ll be taken to the Member Compass, where you’ll see a link to Continuing Education on the left-hand side of the screen. Click the link to can view the events you’ve attended and print a record of your continuing education credits if needed.
Stop by the reg desk on the 6th floor between 1-2 PM on Monday to pick up your name badge (and be sure to wear it throughout the conference).
All sessions and meals will take place on the 6th floor. Here’s a floorpan of the meeting space.
Check out the full schedule below with session descriptions and locations.
The following meals will be provided along with daily beverages:
Please view the menus below which include dietary specifications.
Dinners are on your own. Enjoy Sarasota’s diverse culinary landscape, offering something for every palate, from French to Vietnamese to burgers to seafood. Many restaurants listed are within walking distance of the Westin.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION: From free shuttles to city-operated ride shares, Sarasota makes it easy to explore. Don’t miss the $2 airport shuttle!
HOTEL PARKING: Please note that parking at the Westin is by valet only. The SAIS discounted daily rate is $30. Please check your bill to make sure you receive the discounted rate.
Thank you to our sponsor, ISM.
Learn about all supporters below: Grand Classroom, ISM, Orah, Technology Lab, and Veracross.
Wednesday is School Spirit Day! Show your school pride by wearing your school’s colors, logo shirts, or any spirited apparel on the last day of the conference. Otherwise, business casual is always in style at SAIS.
Also be sure to bring a jacket or sweater in case you find the meeting room chilly. We skew cooler than warmer for meeting room temps.
Downtown Sarasota is a vibrant cultural center offering theaters, boutiques, and galleries along with easy access to botanical gardens, a circus museum, an aquarium, and top-rated beaches.
View the attendee roster below. Please note you must be logged in to access.
Handy list of nearby drugstores, medical services, etc.
Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered by a lineup of expert speakers who will leave you equipped with practical takeaways and new perspectives.
Cancellations received before June 2 using the form below will receive an 80% refund. After June 2, replacement registrants are welcomed, but no refunds are available.
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If you have any questions, please drop us a line at learn@sais.org. We’re happy to help!
The SAIS block is now closed. Please contact the hotel directly for the best available rate.
Westin Sarasota (941) 217-4777
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