90th TASC HIGH SCHOOL ANNUAL CONFERENCE
See you in San Antonio - March 29-31, 2026
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center

REGISTER: 

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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 

• EARLY BIRD RATE: (Includes T-shirts) by February 25 - $225 per person (Every advisor, student, adult chaperone coming into the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center all need to be registered!)
• REGULAR RATE: (Does NOT include T-shirts) by March 29 - $245 per person (NO T-shirts AFTER Feb 25) (Every advisor, student, bus driver, and adult chaperone coming into the convention center all need to be registered!)

Information Needed Before Starting The Registration Process:

1. Names & T-shirt sizes for each person registered. Select a Men's size: Adult Small - 4XL
2. School/District approval for students to attend the conference and the principal's acknowledgment of the TASC cancellation policy. 

Register every person attending conference, whether they are a student or adult. This includes chaperones, administrators, advisors, and students. Non-advisor chaperones and bus drivers do not need to register as guests if they do not plan to attend the conference (will not enter the convention center, attend any sessions, or be in any conference activities other than possibly Six Flags.)  You may purchase additional Six flags tickets for those chaperones wanting to only go to Six Flags. 

EVENT HAPPENINGS:

• Students will attend sessions designed to celebrate, educate, and motivate student leaders! They will hear from the top youth speakers in the nation and also learn from each other in Breakout Sessions and Table Talks.
• Students, Advisors, and Schools will be recognized for the work they've done through the TASC State Project, win scholarships and service awards, and elect state officers for the next school year.
• A Night at Six Flags and more!

2026 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:

Leadership speaker and student engagement expert Scott Backovich has dedicated his life to doing one thing: helping schools create phenomenal campus culture.

On any given day, Scott can be found making a positive impact on students, educators, and activities programs around the country. He is the founder of ENVOLVE Schools, a student engagement program designed to help campuses facilitate outstanding student activities. For Scott, it’s not just about generating a moment of impact—it’s about developing an entire climate of action. For more information, please visit www.ENVOLVEschools.com

Today's educational leaders aim to do more than just impart knowledge; they strive to empower their students. Moving past traditional teaching methods, they work to foster genuine engagement and meaningful personal growth.

As a Stanford-certified Design Your Life Coach and StoryBrand Guide, Mike has redefined educational standards through groundbreaking initiatives like his 501(c)(3) nonprofit, The Bay, The Harbor TV, and Bay High, in partnership with Lincoln Public Schools. These projects showcase his commitment to transforming education and youth development.

By combining practical experience with engaging storytelling, Mike helps educational leaders reinvent school culture and climate, fostering innovative learning environments that profoundly influence students' futures. Mike also teaches a college course at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and leads global Design Your Future Workshops, inspiring both youth and educators to expand their vision, plan strategically, and lead with renewed creativity.

With over 15 years of experience as a renowned speaker and educational catalyst, Mike Smith has brought engaging, impactful, and accessible ideas to life for thousands around the world

Energy. Energy. Energy. Lori Hayes has the ability to energize audiences with her real, relevant and relational programming. Her comedic delivery engages audiences while simultaneously challenging them to transform. 

Lori has been on the front lines in the education sector for over 25 years. Her education experience includes serving as the Student Activities Coordinator for the West Virginia University Center for Black Culture and Research and most recently as the Student Activities Coordinator for the historical Howard High School. During her time at Howard High School, she had the honor of teaching English and served as the advisor of many, many clubs.

Having a front row seat as the wife of a high school administrator provides a rare vantage point of the inner workings of a school setting. Rounding out her educational perspective is the role of being a parent of three sons. 

2026 REGISTRATION DETAILS:

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION - Will Open in January!

• EARLY BIRD RATE: (Includes T-shirts) by February 25 - $225 per person (Every advisor, student, adult chaperone coming into the ICC all need to be registered!)
• REGULAR RATE: (Does NOT include T-shirts) by March 29 - $245 per person (NO T-shirts AFTER Feb 25)(Every advisor, student, bus driver, and adult chaperone coming into the Convention Center all need to be registered!)

A night at Six Flags is provided with all registrations. This year it will be a semi-private party and meal vouchers will be included as well as parking. Please note Six Flags is card payment only for any onsite purchases such as meals, snacks, and souvenirs. Attendees at Six Flags may bring an unopened plastic water bottle, or an empty reusable water bottle to fill in the park and drink. 

Registration does not include parking near the Convention Center. Bus Parking details to come soon!

The number of registrations allowed from each school for HS Annual Conference: Picture below and PDF HERE

• Delegate and Guest Registration:
• Every person in the building must be registered and wear a TASC wristband and a TASC-printed name badge. (Officer schools and candidates for office will be sent specific guidelines.)
• Adding Additional Delegates to existing registration: Register them on a NEW registration form. An invoice is created separately. (System does not combine separate entries into one invoice.)
• Order additional Six Flags Fiesta Texas tickets for guests: link TBA
  
• Order additional Conference shirts (by Feb 25): link TBA

• Concessions and Cafe Options 2026 - There will be concessions each day this year for conference. More details to come!

• Email Whitney for the TASC W-9 request to add TASC as a vendor for your school district.
• TASC Board of Directors Registration and Cancellation Policy
• More info to come!

FORMS FOR ADVISORS:

Advisors assume full responsibility for their student delegations during the conference, including enforcing the TASC dress code. Registrants must be in the dress code at the conference. TASC DRESS CODE »

• Substitute a Registrant Form » TBA
• TASC Policies »
• Table Talk submission form TBA»  Table Talks are ten-minute presentations presented three times. Each school registering is invited to submit up to 4 Table Talk topics.
• Advisor Recognition form for service or retirement TBA» TASC recognizes advisors for years of service at five-year intervals. Retiring advisors who have served for more than five years are also recognized. Advisors must submit a recognition form.
• District Flag Ceremony link TBA» Either the District President Advisor or the District Coordinator for each district is asked to submit the name of the student and the school carrying the district flag.  Practice will be held on Day One in the afternoon.
• Texas Hotel Tax Exemption Form » 

• Parking: Registration does NOT include parking. Buses may drop off in front of the convention center but may not park at the convention Center. We are working with San Antonio for a bus parking possibility nearby. 

• Sample Annual Conference press release HERE
• Sample Award Press Release HERE
• CPE Form 2026
• Now What?

• Need to request a cancellation/refund?

  • By email only: Cancellations and refunds will be permitted until one month prior to the start date of a particular event or workshop and must be made in writing to the TASC office. When applicable, the refund amount will be applied to the balance due. Each time a cancellation is made, there will be a transaction fee (⅓ of the registration fee) assessed per individual cancellation. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations made less than one month prior to the start date of an event/workshop. Refunds will not be provided for event/workshop no-shows, regardless of the situation.
• We suggest you try to find another student to take their place if someone cannot come! 
• Need to substitute a name for someone's name badge? Use THIS form.

ELECTION:

CONFERENCE ELECTIONS » Voting and balloting information, links to schools that have filed for office, etc. 

SAN ANTONIO AREA INFORMATION TO COME:

• SAN ANTONIO RESTAURANTS » TBA
• SAN ANTONIO VISITOR'S GUIDE » TBA San Antonio local coupons, restaurants, events, and exploring...
• 2026 Six Flags Map » TBA 

2026 Tentative CONFERENCE SCHEDULE DRAFT:

Schedule Draft for planning purposes:
Sunday, March 29 - Day One - San Antonio Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
2:00 – 7:30 p.m.   Registration
2:00 - 7:00 p.m.    Campaigns/Entertainment
2:00 – 7:00 p.m.   Exhibits Open
2:00 – 6:45 p.m.   Special Sessions for Advisors
7:30 – 10:30 p.m.   Opening General Session

Monday, March 30 - Day Two - San Antonio Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
7:30 – 9:00 a.m.     Registration
8:00 – 8:45 a.m.     Meet the Candidates Session
9:00 – noon            Second General Session
Noon - 1:15 p.m.     Lunch 
Noon - 1:00 p.m.     Voting
1:30 – 4:00 p.m.      Break out Rotations (Student and Advisor Sessions)
5:00 – 10:00 p.m.    Six Flags Party 

Tuesday, March 31 - Day Three - San Antonio Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
8:30 – 9:15 a.m.      Run-off Balloting (if needed)
9:30 – noon            Final General Session
noon – 1:00 p.m.     Meeting for New Officer Schools and Elected Advisor on the Board 

Thank you to the Texas National Guard for sponsoring Student Councils
Thank you to the US Army for partially sponsoring the First General Session
Thank you to the Army ROTC for partially sponsoring the Annual Conference