2026 Site Coordinator Symposium
2026 Site Coordinator Symposium
February 4, 27-28, 2026
We are excited to announce the 9th Annual 2026 Site Coordinator Symposium, taking place in Long Beach, CA. Presented by the California AfterSchool Network, in partnership with the Site Coordinator Network, and supported by the California Department of Education Expanded Learning Division.
The Symposium will continue to feature content dedicated to the growth, development, and success of Site Coordinators and Direct-Service staff. Additionally, it will discuss how Leadership can create systems and supports to enhance their success and overall program quality. Join us for capacity-building opportunities, networking, community-building, and a great time! The Site Coordinator Symposium will offer both virtual and in-person engagement opportunities.
Please see details for registration, workshop RFP, and hotel accommodations below.
2026 Site Coordinator Symposium Details
Registration Details
Access the Registration link
The Site Coordinator Symposium welcomes all participants and is dedicated to supporting Site Coordinators and Direct-Service staff in Expanded Learning and Out-of-School-Time (OST) programs.
When available, registration tickets labeled “Site Coordinator” are discounted for individuals serving in a direct-service role in an EXL/OST program 80% or more of the time, either in a ratio or directly.
| Ticket Type | Dates | Virtual | In-Person |
| Early Registration (Site Coordinator) | 8/11 – 10/5 | $75 | $200 |
| Early Registration (Non-Site Coordinator) | 8/11 – 10/5 | $100 | $250 |
| General Registration (Site Coordinator) | 10/6 – 11/30 | $85 | $225 |
| General Registration (Non-Site Coordinator) | 10/6 – 11/30 | $125 | $275 |
| Late Registration (Site Coordinator) | 12/1 – 1/14 | $95 | $250 |
| Late Registration (Non-Site Coordinator) | 12/1 – 1/14 | $150 | $300 |
| Presenter Registration (Virtual) | 10/6 – 11/30 | $75 | N/A |
| Presenter General Registration | 10/6 – 11/30 | N/A | $175 |
| Presenter Late Registration | 12/1 – 1/14 | N/A | $250 |
| Partner Sponsor Early Registration | 8/11 – 10/5 | N/A | $175 |
| Partner Sponsor General Registration | 10/6 – 11/30 | N/A | $225 |
| Partner Sponsor Late Registration | 12/1 – 1/14 | N/A | $300 |
| (SSEL) System of Support for Expanded Learning Registration | 8/11 – 1/14 | $95 | $225 |
Note: The presenter Rates outlined above apply to up to three presenters per workshop. The registration rates will be waived if any of the three presenters are Site Coordinators. Workshops may have more than three presenters, but they will be required to pay the applicable non-presenter registration rates.
Presenter and Partner registration links will be provided via email upon confirmation.
Virtual Registration includes access to all Virtual Symposium items:
- Keynotes and Guest Speakers
- Workshops
- Networking and Community-Building Opportunities
In-Person Registration includes access to all In-Person items:
- Keynotes and Guest Speakers
- Workshops
- Meals: Continental breakfast with a protein option and a box lunch are provided on both In-Person Days, and appetizers and refreshments are served at evening receptions.
- The Symposium App
- Partner Sponsor Exhibitors
- Evening Receptions
- Event Swag
- Networking and Community-Building Opportunities
Hybrid Registration includes all Virtual and In-Person items listed above.
Accepted Methods of Payment:
- Credit Card: Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover
- Purchase Order: Payment in full within 30 days of invoice
Please note: Late Registration will require Credit Card payments only.
For registration support, please contact Leslye Lugo at llugo@afterschoolnetwork.org
Hotel Accommodations
The 2026 Site Coordinator Symposium is excited to announce the official hotel room block at the Hilton Long Beach. We anticipate the hotel room block will sell out and will share information about nearby hotels as needed.
- Event dates: February 25, 2026 – February 28, 2026
- Rates starting at $236 per night.
- The deadline to book is January 24, 2026
Click here to access the Booking Link for Guestroom Reservations
Interested in Presenting a Workshop?
We are especially seeking presentations from Site Coordinators! If a Site Coordinator is new to presenting, CAN is here to help and will provide resources to support the development of their presenting/facilitation skills.
We are also interested in workshops led by those in leadership positions who support site coordinators, as well as those that will build the capacity of site coordinators and other attendees. Our goal is to offer workshops designed to build capacity and share promising practices that promote & enhance high-quality Expanded Learning (before-school, after-school, and summer) and Out-of-School Time (OST) Programs for children, youth, and families in California.
The Workshop RFP closes on October 1, 2025
Click here to access the Workshop RFP
Partner Sponsorship Opportunities!
Details coming soon!
Join Us for Symposium Field-Feedback Office Hours
Fridays; August 15, September 5 & 26, 2025
Your Feedback Builds the Symposium!
The Site Coordinator Symposium is your space to learn, connect, and grow, and we want to make sure it meets your needs. We invite Site Coordinators and the Expanded Learning/OST field to share their feedback as we design this year’s event.
CAN Events – Terms & Conditions
Refund, Postponement, and Cancellation Policy
All ticket registrations are final. This means registration tickets cannot be canceled, and payments are non-refundable. All invoices must be paid within (30) days of registration. Registrations are subject to our terms and conditions.
Refunds
Due to the costs and materials associated with conferences, we cannot cancel registration tickets or issue refunds. If you are unable to attend, we will allow someone else to take your place at the conference.
