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Spring Academy 2027

A Gathering of Women Leaders from Across the Nation

Second Biennial USAA Women in Leadership Conference

March 10–12, 2027
Grand Hyatt Atlanta Buckhead (Host Hotel)
3300 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305

Conference Overview

Why Attend?

  • Learn innovative strategies and best practices that advance public education
  • Grow your leadership skill set through dynamic professional development sessions
  • Network with fellow women leaders who share a passion for transforming schools and communities
  • Hear from women titans in business, industry, and education who have broken barriers
  • Experience an elegant, tranquil setting for restorative reflection and renewal

Who Should Attend

Superintendents, Deputy and Assistant Superintendents, Executive Directors, and Directors.

Guest Speakers

Kelly Sia — CEO Curriculum Associates (Luncheon Keynote)
Dr. Jeri Kemble — Author The Badass Firefly Effect
Dr. Monica Goldson, Ed.D. — President & CEO Junior Achievement of Greater Washington Area
Dr. Erin Keating — Superintendent Scranton School District
Dr. Daveda Colbert — Superintendent Wayne RESA
Dr. LaRuth Gray-Morgan — Retired Superintendent; Former Deputy Director and Scholar in Residence New York University
Dr. Wanda Cook-Robinson — Executive Director USAA

Registration Includes

  • Full access to keynote speeches and leadership sessions
  • Engaging breakout sessions
  • Opportunity to learn about new products/services to support improved academic achievement
  • Networking receptions
  • Two nights lodging
  • All meals
  • Conference materials, including the book The Badass Firefly Effect by Jeri Kemble
  • Thursday Dress-Down Day — jeans + your favorite district or organization T-shirt
  • Thursday evening dinner, music, and networking

Additional Questions

For any questions or additional information, please contact:

Dr. Wanda Cook-Robinson
Executive Director
248-860-7730
Dr. Wanda Cook-Robinson
Executive Director