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Begin Your Magical Journey at WASWUG 2027!

Expand your wizarding knowledge, master powerful new skills, and forge lasting connections with fellow members of the Skyward community. From enchanting discoveries to memorable adventures, there's magic waiting around every corner at WASWUG.

Hop on the WASWUG Express and make your way to Bellevue, where hundreds of Skyward wizards and technology champions will gather to learn, collaborate, and share their expertise. Explore sessions covering Student, Finance, HR, Payroll, Special Education, Federal/State Reporting, and Cross-Product topics. We'll have learning paths designed for every experience level, from first-year students to seasoned Headmasters. And, you'll also find professional development opportunities to help you unlock your full potential.

So, pack your robes, ready your wand, and prepare for a spellbinding experience at WASWUG 2027!

Pre-Conference workshops will be offered on Sunday from 9:30AM to 12:30PM with main conference check-in 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 7-9, 2026
Sunday 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

(see Schedule for details)

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Pricing

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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.

Registration opens October 21, 2026

Early bird pricing is $500 (through December 11, 2026)

Standard pricing is $550

Registration closes Tuesday, March 2 at 5pm


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 may also be available. 

You will have access to all breakout session presentation materials and handouts, as well as any recordings, for 90 days after the conference.

$500/Registrant

Registration opens October 21, 2026

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.

$200/Registrant

Registration opens October 21, 2026

Presenter Registration

All accepted WASWUG presenters will receive a 50% discount on conference registration. This applies equally to single presenters and co-presenters. 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.

$250/registrant

Registration opens October 21, 2026

Speakers

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Esteban Gast

Emcee
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Tim Casey

Keynote Speaker

Schedule

Note: WASWUG 2027 will be an in-person conference. A virtual option will not be available.

8:30AM – 4:30PM

Info Desk Open

9:30AM – 12:30PM

Pre-Conference Workshops

(3 HOURS – additional fee required)

10:00AM – 12:00 PM

Exhibitor Setup

12:00PM – 2:00PM

Main Conference Badge Pickup/Visit Exhibitors

12:30PM – 1:15PM

Pre-Conference Lunch

(Pre-Conference Attendees Only)

2:00PM – 3:00PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #1 (1 HOUR)

3:00PM – 3:30PM

Break/Visit Exhibitors

3:30PM – 4:30PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #2 (1 HOUR)

4:45PM – 7:00PM

WASWUG Kickoff Dinner with Keynote

(Doors open at 4:30pm)

7:15AM – 4:30PM

Info Desk open

7:30AM – 9:00AM

Breakfast and General Session with Skyward Roadmap

9:00AM – 9:30AM

Break/Visit Exhibitors

9:30AM – 10:30AM

BREAKOUT SESSION #3 (1 HOUR)

10:30AM – 11:00AM

Refreshment Break/Visit Exhibitors

11:00AM – 12:00PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #4 (1 HOUR)

12:15PM – 2:00PM

Lunch and General Session with Keynote

(doors open at 12pm)

2:00PM – 2:30PM

Dessert with Exhibitors

2:30PM – 3:30PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #5 (1 HOUR)

3:30PM – 4:00PM

Break/Visit Exhibitors

4:00PM – 5:00PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #6 (1 HOUR)

7:15AM – 12:15PM

Info Desk open

7:30AM – 9:00AM

Breakfast General Session (with Prizes)

9:00AM – 9:30AM

Break/Last chance to Visit Exhibitors

9:30AM – 10:30AM

BREAKOUT SESSION #7 (1 HOUR)

10:30AM – 11:00AM

Refreshment Break

11:00AM – 12:00PM

BREAKOUT SESSION #8 (1 HOUR)

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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Travel and Meals

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Hyatt Regency Bellevue

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

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Meals

Meals provided for the main conference and pre-conference

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Transportation

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