Lead with
Student Voice,
Transform
Your System.
FEBRUARY 4, 2026 | Elite Event Venue, 4105 W Figarden Dr, Fresno, CA 93722
We’re gathering school leaders, board members, and educators around a singular focus:
How do we align every dollar to what matters most—student outcomes?
Our keynote speaker, AJ Crabill, will unpack strategies from his book, Great on their Behalf including his Aligning Resources workbook to help you prioritize investments with the highest Academic Return on Investment (AROI).
Meet the Speakers
EMCEE
BRANDON LEAKE
Poet
Season 15 winner of America’s Got Talent
Brandon Leake is the season 15 winner of America’s Got Talent, a 7x Telly Award Winner, 1x SOVAS Award Winner, and 1x Emmy Award Winner. Brandon has been a Poetic Performer, Keynote Speaker, and Workshop leader for over a decade, traveling locations such as: New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, and 42 States.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
AJ Crabill
Author of “Great on Their Behalf”
Student Outcomes Don't Change Until Adult Behaviors Change
National education leader AJ Crabill will draw from his book Great On Their Behalf: Why School Boards Fail, How Yours Can Become Effective to share practical strategies for transforming school board governance. Grounded in his ESB Framework, AJ will explore five essential steps—Focus Mindset, Clarify Priorities, Monitor Progress, Align Resources, and Communicate Results—to help leaders ensure that every decision centers on student outcomes. This session will challenge and equip school boards and education leaders to sharpen their focus, align resources with vision, and consistently deliver results that matter for students.
KEYNOTE PANEL
NSBMA Student panel
National Student Board Member Association
The NSBMA will be hosting a keynote panel of student board members during our summit. They will share their experiences in becoming leaders at their schools, learning about school governance, and representing their peers’ voices at decision-making tables. Join us for this dynamic panel discussion.
Agenda
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 • 7:30am – 6pm PST
7:30-8:15AM
Registration & Continental Breakfast
Start Right: Fuel Up with Coffee & Breakfast
Location: West Building Main Hall
8:15-9:00AM
Community Building
Performance: African Drum Interactive
Location: West Building Main Hall
9:00-9:25AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Moderator: Brandon Leake, Poet
Performance: Steps
Speaker: Babatunde Ilori
Location: West Building Main Hall
9:25-10:25AM
Keynote
Speaker: AJ Crabill, Author, Senior Coach at Effective School Boards, & Director of Governance at Council of the Great City Schools
Location: West Building Main Hall
10:25-10:55AM
Coffee Break & Exhibition Viewing
Location: Exhibition Hall (Courtyard)
10:55-11:55AM
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Become a Sponsor
Make an Impact at this year’s summit
Learn about the different options for sponsorship opportunities!
Packages include benefits such as speaking opportunities, a dedicated space for promotional activities, live podcast interviews and more.
PACKAGES AVAILABLE
Art Scholarship
Calling All California High School Seniors!
All submissions are due by December 15, 2025!
You must be present at the summit on Feburary 4, 2026 to receive your award.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hotel Room
Since this is a one-day event, we do not have a reserved room block. However, for attendees who wish to stay overnight, we recommend Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites, located near the event venue.
Where is the venue?
The Elite Event Venue, Banquet Hall. 4105 W Figarden Dr, Fresno, CA 93722. This venue is off of W. Figarden Dr. and N. Brawley Ave. Registration and the general session will be held in the West Building.
Parking Details
Parking is free for all attendees! You’re welcome to park in the main lot right in front of the Elite Event Venue.
What is your refund policy?
The MWWV Planning Team will accept cancellations and issue refunds until 11:59 p.m. PST on December 5, 2025. Any cancellation on or after December 5, 2025 will be non-refundable. For any questions please email hello@parseceducation.com.
Ready to lead with
student voice?
Over the past three years, the Measure What We Value Summit has grown from a bold idea into a meaningful tradition. In Year 1, we asked: What if we measured what we truly value?
In Year 2, we amplified bold voices like Jamila Lyiscott, Chaka Booker, and Pepper Miller who challenged us to rethink success. Now, in Year 3, we’re turning student voice into systems change, showing what’s possible when leadership has student success at the center of all decisions.
Thank you to our sponsors!
