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CALSA’s Summer Institute is where innovators, educators, and intergenerational leaders come together to shape the future of public education. Grounded in the theme Somos el Puente entre Generaciones – We Are the Bridge Between Generations, the 2026 conference elevates the voices, practices, and partnerships that strengthen schools and communities across California.

 For more information on Summer Institute 2026, visit calsa.org/summerinstitute.
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"From Pathways to Power: Building Leadership Pipelines that Last"
Thursday June 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Fern Pine 4
In this session, participants will explore the strategies and systems needed to develop strong, equitable leadership across every level of education. Attendees will gain actionable insights to strengthen their leadership impact and build sustainable pipelines that prepare the next generation of school leaders.


Key Learning Objectives:
  • Understand organizational dynamics and leverage formal and informal structures. 
  • Cultivate influence through relationships, credibility, and equity-focused decision-making. 
  • Identify and develop emerging leaders through mentorship, stretch opportunities, and leadership pathways. 
  • Build systems and structures that sustain leadership beyond individual roles. 
  • Reflect on leadership legacy and actionable steps to grow the next generation. 
  • Format & Approach:
     Engaging keynote with sectioned slides, actionable strategies, reflection prompts, and steps for immediate application. Includes tools for leadership reflection, pipeline creation, and long-term leadership growth.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Hirales

Christina Hirales

Principal, Westminster School District
Christina Hirales – Veteran Title 1 Principal Equity & Leadership Advocate
Christina Hirales leads DeMille My Viet Language Academy, WSD, the state’s first Vietnamese Dual Language Immersion school. Under her leadership, the school has earned multiple honors, including the CABE Seal of Biliteracy, CABE Visionary & Legacy Board Award, OCDE IMPACT School... Read More →
avatar for Michelle Watkins

Michelle Watkins

Chief Academic Officer, Westminster School District
Michelle Watkins is a K-12 educator with over 25 years experience. She currently serves the students in the Westminster School District as the Chief Academic Officer. She has served as teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, Director, and Chief Academic Officer. She is passionate... Read More →
Thursday June 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Fern Pine 4
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