Description
2027 Coast2Coast Federal Advocacy Trip
Join CSBA and ACSA for the sixth annual Coast2Coast Federal Advocacy Trip in Washington, D.C., where California governance team members will spotlight issues impacting nearly 6 million students directly with law makers and representatives. This three-day event begins with sessions on California-specific education policy, insider briefings on federal politics, networking with D.C. leaders, and discussions with top policymakers. It concludes with advocacy meetings with California’s congressional representatives.
Registration Fees
Early: $799 from Oct. 6, 2026 – Feb. 18, 2027
Regular: $949 from Feb. 19, 2027 – March 10, 2027
Late: $1,199 from March 11, 2027 – until sold out
Board of Directors Discount
CSBA and ACSA are pleased to provide a 10% discount on registration fees exclusively for their 2027 Board of Directors. This discount recognizes the service and leadership of board members and applies only to those actively serving on the CSBA or ACSA Board at the time of registration.
Eligibility will be verified during the registration process. The discount cannot be transferred to colleagues, associates, or family members and applies only to the individual board member’s registration fee.
Spouse Registration
The spouse/partner registration rate is $199 and includes access to the welcome reception, conference breakfasts and breaks, and the Tuesday evening reception. It does not include entry to general sessions, breakout sessions, or Congressional Hill meetings.
A spouse/partner is defined as a significant other not employed by or affiliated with a California school district or county office of education. Co-workers or associates are not eligible. Misuse of this category will result in being charged the full conference registration rate.
Optional Pre-Conference Activity
The American Experience Tour invites guests to explore Washington, DC through the people, places, and defining moments that shaped the nation. Departing from The Mayflower, guests will experience narrated sightseeing from the comfort of a motorcoach, with views of key DC landmarks such as the White House, Lafayette Square, the National Mall, and other iconic corridors of American history.
From there, guests will visit The People's House: A White House Experience for a self-guided look at the history, symbolism, and traditions of the White House, exploring immersive exhibits and interactive displays at their own pace, with knowledgeable guides on hand to answer questions and add insight. The tour concludes with a guided visit to the National Museum of American History, where an expert guide offers a closer look at the people, innovations, and events that have shaped American life and culture — bringing history to life through fascinating stories and memorable objects.
Pre-Conference Activity: $130