Get Curious About Our WASWUG Speaker Lineup!
Get Curious About Our WASWUG Speaker Lineup!
We’re thrilled to announce our speakers for WASWUG 2026! For our next WASWUG conference, we’re bringing you a little Ted Lasso-style optimism and a whole lot of inspiration.
Just like Ted, who inspires his team to believe in themselves and embrace what’s possible, our speakers will spark your curiosity and fuel your creativity.
Meet Sandy, our Keynote Speaker
Sandy Zimmerman is an award-winning teacher, coach, athlete, and inspirational speaker whose story reminds us that no dream is out of reach. For 23 years, Sandy taught and coached young people while raising three children of her own. She is best known to millions as a nine-time competitor on NBC’s hit show American Ninja Warrior, where she made history by becoming the first mom ever to finish the course and hit the buzzer. Learn more about Sandy.
Meet Esteban, our Emcee
Esteban Gast is an award-winning Colombian-American comedian, writer, and storyteller whose work blends humor with meaningful topics. With a background spanning teaching, authorship, eco-community leadership, and serving as a startup COO, he ultimately found his calling in comedy that tackles important issues. Learn more about Esteban.
Get ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired, because at WASWUG 2026, curiosity isn’t just encouraged, it’s required!
Take advantage of our early bird pricing - only $450!
Any sales tax, including newly passed ESSB 5814 associated with live presentations, that have been deemed applicable to WASWUG by Washington DOR, will be applied at checkout.
The WASWUG Conference is a Washington State K-12 User Group, hosted by WSIPC, where users of Skyward’s software can come together to share experiences and ideas to improve their understanding and use of the Skyward product suite. WASWUG provides a unique opportunity for users to network with one another, attend breakout sessions presented by other users, and connect with companies whose products and services enhance Skyward’s software. WASWUG is held each March at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue, WA.
WSIPC is a non-profit public agency that provides technology solutions, services, and support to K-12 schools. WSIPC’s purpose is to help schools do more with every dollar and to empower them with the tools to work smarter. To learn how your district can become part of the WSIPC Cooperative, contact us at info@wsipc.org or 425.349.6600.
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