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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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Visit Marina del Rey
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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Sunday, September 27
 

10:30am PDT

Be a Coffee Bean
Sunday September 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
Life can be like a pot of boiling water. It can be harsh, stressful and difficult. You have three choices how to respond to your pot of boiling water. Be like a carrot that becomes soft, an egg that becomes hardened, or a coffee bean that changes the water to coffee.

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Damon West

Best-selling Author and Criminal Justice Advocate
Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker, 4 x Bestselling author and a formerly incarcerated individual, who was sentenced to Life in prison for Organized Crime.
USA Today calls him the “modern day Shawshank Redemption and... Read More →
Sunday September 27, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
California Ballroom, Lobby Level
 
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