NewSchools Summit is an essential gathering for changemakers seeking fresh perspectives and solutions for a dynamic time in education. Join us for networking, learning, and conversations with inspiring leaders and innovators working to reimagine K-12 education.
Schedule Overview
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm PT
Welcome Reception
Thursday, May 16, 2024 | 8:00am – 8:30pm PT
Mainstage Plenaries, Interactive Breakout Sessions, Open Networking
Session Sneak Peek
Full Schedule
(Subject to change)
Wednesday, May 15
6:00pm - 8:00 pm | Welcome Reception
Frances Messano, CEO, NewSchools
Thursday, May 16
8:00am - 9:00am | Breakfast
9:00am - 10:30am | Mainstage Plenary
10:30am - 11:30am | Breakout Sessions
11:30am - 1:00pm | Lunch & Open Networking
1:30pm - 3:30pm | Breakout Sessions
3:15pm - 5:00pm | Mainstage Plenary
5:00pm - 6:00pm | Open Networking + Innovation Exchange
6:00pm - 8:00pm | Closing Reception
Speakers
PlayLab
NewSchools
Arizona State University & Mesa Public Schools
Expert IEP
Skyline High School, Mesa Public Schools
All Means All
Springboard Collaborative & Paloma
Campaign for Our Shared Future
University of Memphis / University High School
NewSchools
Impact Public Schools
Reading Reimagined (AERDF)
JustExperience
Mesa Public Schools
NewSchools
Center for Learner Equity
BELIEVE Schools
Kibo School
Fulcrum
Da Vinci Schools
nXu
Emerson Collective
FULCRUM
Elevate Academy Network of Schools
Next Education Workforce, ASU
Logistics
Registration Support
Email: [email protected]
Local: 415-446-7736 | Toll-Free: 800-719-3416 | Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT
Hotel & Venue
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
333 O’Farrell Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
We have secured a room block at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square, where the event will take place. If you would like to book a room at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square at the discounted group rate, please indicate “Yes” via the Registration website.
Hotel confirmation will be included in an event logistics email sent to all registered attendees at the end of April.
Transportation
Ground Transportation: The Hilton San Francisco Union Square does not offer an airport shuttle service. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 13 miles from the Hilton and rideshare fare is approximately $40. Oakland International Airport (OAK) is 18 miles from the Hilton and rideshare fare is approximately $50.
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is available from both airports. The one-way fee is $10.55 from San Francisco International Airport and $12.00 from Oakland International Airport. The Hilton San Francisco Union Square is located closest to the Powell Street BART station.
Driving directions and additional transportation information can be found here.
Parking
- On-site parking: $74.10 daily
- Mason O’Farrell Garage: $45 daily – (open 24/7) at 325 Mason Street | 0.1 mile walk to hotel
- SFMTA Union Square Garage: $44 daily – (open 24/7) at 333 Post Street | 0.3 mile walk to hotel
- SFMTA Ellis O’Farrell Garage: $44 daily – (6am-10pm) at 123 O’Farrell Street | 0.3 mile walk to hotel
Attire & Weather
Business casual is appropriate for all Summit functions. Please remember to wear your badge for all Summit activities. In May, average temperatures in the area range from low 50’s to high 60’s.
Photography Policy
By registering for NewSchools Summit please be aware that NewSchools Venture Fund (NewSchools) intends to photograph, audio record, and/or visually record some of the event and other activities. NewSchools may make use of such photographs and recording for purposes including creating, distributing, and transmitting copies of them, and/or promotional or advertising uses, without restriction of media.
If you do not wish to be photographed, audio recorded, and/or audio visually recorded, please feel free to excuse yourself from any potential photographs and recordings during the event.
COVID-19 Policy
NewSchools takes COVID safety seriously. Attendees agree to self-administer a COVID Rapid test within 24 hours of the event, and to forgo attendance of the event if the attendee has tested positive or is feeling unwell.