2026 Community Schools EMPOWER Summit
Hosted annually by the State Transformational Assistance Center (S-TAC), the Community Schools EMPOWER Summit is a dynamic gathering that brings together the educational ecosystem. We welcome all CCSPP grantees, Regional Transformational Assistance Centers (R-TACs), County Offices of Education (COEs), Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), educators, students, families, and community partners who are committed to reimagining schools as inclusive, thriving centers of learning and well-being.
Designed to spark creativity and collaboration, the summit offers engaging sessions that highlight how we—collectively—are strengthening community-classroom connections and aligning resources to support the whole child. Through powerful teaching and learning, shared leadership, expanded learning opportunities, and integrated supports for health and wellness, the EMPOWER Summit celebrates bold, forward-thinking approaches grounded in California’s Community Schools Fundamentals.
New This Year! Pre Conference Offering
Don’t miss out on our pre-conference experiences that will take place on September 9, 2026! This year, participants can choose from engaging options, including structured learning tours with Jurupa Unified School District to Family Engagement Evidence and Best Practice in Community Schools!
Each offering provides a unique opportunity to deepen your learning, connect with others, and see community schools in action. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up early!
