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VPA Leadership Academy, 2026

August 5, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Description

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The 2026 VPA Leadership Academy is a time for Vermont’s school leaders to come together—through times of change, challenge, and opportunity—to connect, rejuvenate, and grow. This annual gathering celebrates the strength and dedication of educational leadership across our state. Many districts and supervisory unions attend as full teams, while others join in smaller groups or as individuals. Whether you are returning once again or stepping into leadership for the first time, the 2026 Academy offers an invaluable experience of learning, connection, and shared purpose.

Breakouts on Wednesday & Thursday: All breakouts during the 2026 Academy are workshops. Please note that some are offered on only Wednesday, others only on Thursdays. We will poll registrants for the level of interest in each workshop to select room size for the given workshops, but participants will be able to select their preferred workshops as desired on the day(s) of the event.

New Friday Option: For the first time, the VPA will be offering an optional Friday for $200, which includes breakfast. If you would like to extend your academy, or bring other members to join on Friday, or attend ONLY Friday you can do so. Friday will feature three VPA led workshops.

Time

Wednesday, August 5th, Registration Check-In, Opens at 8am 

Thursday, August 6th, Morning Welcome begins at 8:30am 

Optional Friday, August 7th, Morning Greeting begins at 8:15am 

View: https://vpaonline.org/2026-academy-schedule for a more detailed agenda

Location

Killington Grand Resort Hotel

All conference keynotes and breakouts will take place in the Killington Grand Resort Hotel Conference area. Rooms within the Killington Grand Resort fill quickly. There are alternative lodging options through the Killington Mountain facilities.

Pricing

Pay now online using a credit card or select our option to receive an invoice to pay later. If you need to book now and pay in the new fiscal school year (post July 1) that is no problem, simply select "pay by invoice" which is a box in the upper right on the final payment screen. We do not need purchase orders on our end of things. 

Registration Type

Description

Rate

Academy for Members (Wed. & Thursday)

This registration is for VPA members who would like to attend the conference WITHOUT this year's optional Friday workshops.

$595

Academy for Members PLUS FRIDAY

This registration is for VPA members who would like to attend the conference PLUS this year's optional Friday workshops.

$795

Academy for Non-Members (Wed. & Thursday)

This registration is for NON-VPA members who would like to attend the conference WITHOUT this year's optional Friday workshops.

$645

Academy for Non-Members PLUS FRIDAY

This registration is for NON-VPA members who would like to attend the conference PLUS this year's optional Friday workshops.

$845

I’m a Superintendent with a Team of 5 or More

This registration is only for a Superintendent who is bringing five or more people along with them to the conference WITHOUT this year's optional Friday workshops.

$330

I’m a Superintendent with a Team of 5 or More

This registration is only for a Superintendent who is bringing five or more people along with them to the conference PLUS this year's optional Friday workshops.

$530


Wednesday Only Registration

Single-day attendance on Wednesday (same price for members and non-members)

$330

Thursday Only

Single-day attendance on Thursday (same price for members and non-members)

$330


Friday Only

This registration is for participants who are not attending the conference but would like to attend a workshop on Friday as an individual, or to join team members already at the conference. (same price for members and non-members)

$200


School Leaders of the Year Luncheon Celebration Only

This registration is for people who are not attending the conference, but would like to join the luncheon to celebrate an award recipient. If you are already attending, you do not need to add this registration.

$60

Luncheon Children's Ticket

Luncheon Guest, 10 and under

$30

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Contact Information

VERMONT PRINCIPALS' ASSOCIATION
Name: Erica McLaughlin
Email: emclaughlin@vpaonline.org
Details: Contact Erica McLaughlin or Mike McRaith mmcraith@vpaonline.org

There are several options for registration. Please read carefully and select the best path forward for your Academy participation. 

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