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Embark on an epic adventure at WASWUG 2025!

Scale new heights in your expertise, learn thrilling new techniques to elevate your journey, and make unforgettable connections along the way. There'll be fun-filled explorations at every turn!

Set your compass for WASWUG in Bellevue, where hundreds of Skyward software explorers will gather to discover, network, and share their expertise. Dive into Skyward software sessions that span Student, Finance, HR, Payroll, Federal/State Reporting, and Cross-Product topics, with tracks designed for every skill level from novice to expert, and professional development sessions too!

Introducing the New Special Education Track for WASWUG 2025! Click here to learn more!

Click here to view our Master Session List for WASWUG 2025.
The master session list is subject to change. The final session list will be available on our conference app.

Gear up for an adventure of a lifetime at WASWUG 2025!

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Pre-Conference workshops will be offered on Sunday from 9:30AM to 12:30PM with the main conference kicking off at 12:00PM. Check out the complete Schedule for details of each day’s events!

Where

Hyatt Regency Bellevue
900 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004

Dates

March 9-11, 2025
Sunday 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday 7:30 AM - 4:40 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

(see Schedule for details)

Sponsors

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Conference Host

Pre-Conference Workshops

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Adventures in Excel, Google Sheets, and AI Masterclass

Presented by Sherry Prindle

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Coaching Skills for Individual Employees and Emerging Leaders

Presented by Dawn Jones

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Pricing

Payment Details | Cancellation Policy | Accessibility Services | Rules & Conditions

Registration must be completed by the person attending the conference in order to comply with conference policy.

* Payment by VISA or MasterCard only. Purchase Orders are not accepted.

In-Person Conference Registration

Attend in person at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue.
Includes access to general sessions, breakout sessions, sponsors, conference meals and refreshment breaks, and the opportunity to earn Clock Hours, CPE, and CPU. Some pre-recorded content will also be available, and you will have access to these recordings, as well as all breakout session presentation materials and handouts for 90 days after the conference.

$475/Registrant

Registration closes on March 6, 2025.

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Pre-Conference Add-On

Attend a Pre-Conference Workshop in addition to the main WASWUG conference. See Workshops »

If you are already registered to attend the full 3-day conference, you can add a Workshop by contacting the WASWUG Registrar.

$175/Registrant

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Presenter Registration

Receive the same benefits as a paid attendee when selected to present at WASWUG. Learn more about presenting »

If you have been selected as a WASWUG presenter, a Discount Code will be provided in your Acceptance letter. Use this code when registering for the conference. If you have already registered, contact the WASWUG Registrar and we will modify your registration accordingly.

$0/registrant

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Speakers

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Sarah Hanchar

Emcee
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Rebecca Bultsma

Keynote Speaker
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Rick Steves

Keynote Speaker

Schedule

A detailed schedule of breakout sessions will be published closer to the conference. Note: WASWUG 2025 will be an in-person conference. A virtual option will not be available.

8:30AM – 4:30PM

Pre-Conference Badge Pickup/Info Desk Open

9:30AM – 12:30PM

Pre-Conference Workshops

10:00AM – 12:00PM

Exhibitors Set Up

12:00PM – 2:00PM

Main Conference Badge Pickup/Visit Exhibitors

12:30PM – 1:15PM

Pre-Conference Lunch

2:00PM – 3:00PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #1

3:00PM – 3:30PM

Break/Visit Exhibitors

3:30PM – 4:30PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #2

4:30PM

District Night Out/Dinner on Your Own

7:15AM – 4:30PM

Info Desk Open

7:30AM – 9:00AM

Breakfast and General Session

9:00AM – 9:30AM

Break/Visit Exhibitors

9:30AM – 10:30AM

BREAKOUT SESSION #3

10:30AM – 11:00AM

Refreshment Break/Visit Exhibitors

11:00AM – 12:00PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #4

12:15PM – 2:00PM

Lunch and General Session with Keynote (Rick Steves)

(Doors open at 12pm)

2:00PM – 2:30PM

Informal Book Signing with Rick Steves

2:00PM – 2:30PM

Dessert with Exhibitors

2:30PM – 3:30PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #5

3:45PM – 5:00PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #6 (Skyward - “What’s on the Horizon”)

(Doors open at 3:30pm)

5:00PM

District Night Out/Dinner on Your Own

7:15AM – 12:15PM

Info Desk Desk Open

7:30AM – 9:00AM

Breakfast/General Session with Keynote Speaker, Rebecca Bultsma

9:00AM – 9:30AM

Break/Last Chance to Visit Exhibitors

9:30AM – 11:00AM

BREAKOUT SESSION #7 (90 Minutes)

9:30 AM – 10:30AM

Exhibitors Load Out

11:00AM – 11:30AM

Refreshment Break

11:30AM – 12:30PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #8

Special Education Track

We’re excited to announce the addition of a Special Education track for WASWUG 2025! Sponsored by our partner, Public Consulting Group (PCG), this track will feature engaging sessions led by PCG and WSIPC!

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Why Attend?

WASWUG brings Skyward software users together to learn, network, and share experiences.

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Clock Hours, CPE, CEU

WASWUG is a great way to earn Clock Hours, Continuing Professional Education credits, and Continuing Education Units.

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WASWUG Gives Back

Help Outdoor Schools Washington make overnight outdoor education experiences possible for every child in Washington State!

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Travel and Meals

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Hyatt Regency Bellevue

900 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 462-1234

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Hilton Garden Inn Bellevue

10777 NE 10th ST
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 454-0070

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Meals

Meals provided for the main conference and pre-conference

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Transportation

I love attending WASWUG! Being around other people who do the same work as I do and having the ability to learn from each other and from the presenters is incredibly beneficial.

WASWUG 2024 Attendee

Such a great conference! It’s great to network with and learn from such knowledgeable people with such valuable real-life experience.

WASWUG 2024 Attendee

Appreciate all the work that goes into putting on such a quality conference. Thank you!

WASWUG 2024 Attendee