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Welcome to the 2026 CSBA Counties Conference!

This conference provides a unique opportunity for county board leaders to come together and discuss students’ futures in light of domestic policies and global trends. County board members, superintendents and educational partners from throughout the state will come together to gain valuable knowledge and information in three key areas: advocacy, governance and policy; funding, workforce and educational access; student well-being, safety and success.

As the role of county offices of education (COEs) continues to evolve, CSBA is committed to providing COE board members with the necessary tools and information to become effective elected education leaders. The program will feature member-led workshops, micro-trainings, networking opportunities, and more—offering attendees practical strategies, peer-driven insights, and ample chances to connect and collaborate with colleagues from across California. It is a must-attend event for county board leaders!

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View the CSBA Counties Conference Marina del Rey Visitor Guide to find information about local events, restaurants and attractions. Discover what the beautiful coastal city of Marina del Rey has to offer its visitors.

If you require any assistance during your stay in Marina del Rey, please visit the registration desk outside the California Ballroom in the Outer Foyer located on the Lobby Level of the Marina del Rey Marriott.
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Saturday, September 26
 

8:45am PDT

Micro-training: Science of Reading
Saturday September 26, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am PDT
Get up to date on key terms, recent legislation, and the literacy landscape in California. Session attendees will learn about policy and governance recommendations for improving literacy and have access to new resources to support their governance responsibilities.



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avatar for Angela Asch

Angela Asch

Principal Research Manager, Research and Education Policy Development, CSBA
Angela Asch focuses her research on CSBA’s policy pillars: Conditions of Children and Effective Governance. At CSBA, Angela has authored briefs, fact sheets, blogs, conducted focus groups, and presented on school safety, positive school climate, student and staff mental health and... Read More →
avatar for George Ellis

George Ellis

Director of the California Reading & Literature Project, UC Berkeley
George Ellis is the Director of the California Reading & Literature Project (CRLP) at UC Berkeley. In this role, he oversees the annual Teacher Leadership Invitational, collaborates with school districts to advance evidence-based reading initiatives, and consults on projects focused... Read More →
Saturday September 26, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am PDT
California Ballroom, Lobby Level

1:15pm PDT

Micro-training: Supporting High-Quality Mathematics Instruction: The County Office's Role in Curriculum Adoption
Saturday September 26, 2026 1:15pm - 1:45pm PDT
Adopting high-quality mathematics instructional materials is more than selecting a curriculum—it is a strategic process that supports student success for years to come. This session will explore the county board's role in adopting instructional materials for county-operated programs while highlighting how County Offices of Education support local educational agencies through the adoption process.

Speakers
avatar for Ellen Barger

Ellen Barger

Associate Superintendent, Santa Barbara COE
Ellen Barger is Associate Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction for the Santa Barbara County Education Office.

A member of the executive council of CISC (Curricular and Improvement Support Committee), Ellen has been the chair of mathematics subcommittee for more than a decade. She leads mathematics for the California Math, Science, and Computer Science Statewide Partnership (Cal-MSCS), and... Read More →
Saturday September 26, 2026 1:15pm - 1:45pm PDT
California Ballroom, Lobby Level
 
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