Conferences & Seminars
MASSP School Law Seminars
MASSP Attorney/Lobbyist Roger Aronson is conducting one-day seminars throughout the state presenting the most up to date information on school law. Roger is one of the most highly regarded experts in school law in the State of Minnesota. Find out what is new in school law, have your legal questions answered and gain valuable insight. Seminars begin at 8:00 AM and end at 3:00 PM.
October 7th, 2025 – Mankato, Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center
October 9th, 2025 – Rochester, Wood Lake Meeting Center
October 29th, 2025 – Mahnomen, Shooting Star
October 30th, 2025 – Cloquet, Forestry Center
November 5th, 2025 – St. Cloud, Holiday Inn and Suites
November 11th, 2025 – St. Paul, Anderson Center – Bethel University
January 28th, 2026 – Minneapolis, Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel
Registration Fee
MASSP/MESPA Empowering Leaders
The Empowering Excellence Series, brought to you by MESPA and MASSP, is a four-part professional learning experience designed to support principals throughout the year. Each session builds intentionally—from understanding leadership identity and foundational learning organization principles to applying that knowledge in real- time through focused action and relationship-building. Leaders will explore how their strengths, personal attributes, and leadership styles influence school culture, systems, and learning outcomes while providing practical strategies and leadership moves to enhance their effectiveness. The Empowering Excellence Series culminates in a reflective look at leadership impact and a forward- thinking approach to sustaining growth, equipping leaders with the clarity, confidence, and connections needed to lead with purpose throughout the year and beyond.
As the series unfolds, participants will dig deeper into the heart of impactful leadership: creating hope, fostering growth, and reflecting on purpose. Through practical tools, reflective practices, and collaborative learning, the Empowering Excellence Series helps leaders stay grounded in their “why” while advancing their effectiveness and clarity. The journey concludes with a celebration of leadership impact and a forward-focused lens to carry momentum into the future.
Time: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Bethel University’s Anderson Center, 2 Pine Tree Dr., Arden Hills, MN 55112
Dates:
Oct. 2, 2025
Nov. 19, 2025
Jan. 13, 2026
April 14, 2026
Registration Fee: $499 for the 4 part series
MASSP Winter Conference
January 28 – 30, 2026
Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel
MASSP Student Handbook Workshop
April 2026
Registration 8:15 AM
Workshop 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
One of the most important administrative tools in guiding and reinforcing legal policies and school procedures and practices within a school is the student handbook. Each year, administrators update their handbook and present it to their school board for approval. The contents and the delivery of the student handbook often provides the reinforcement needed to make administrative decisions throughout the school year. Furthermore, by including pertinent information within the handbook, districts can avoid both time and money in litigation costs. Each year, administrators update their handbook and present it to their school board for approval prior to school fall opening. This interactive workshop will outline the importance of an effective handbook, including key information on what to include in your student handbook.
Presenters: Roger Aronson, MASSP Attorney/Lobbyist; Erich Martens from MSHSL; and Terry Morrow from MSBA.
MASSP Summer Conference
June 15 – 18, 2026
Breezy Point Resort, Brainerd, MN
MASSP New Administrators Launching Program
A program designed for first- and second-year school administrators.
2026 TBD
Join a cohort designed to guide new administrators through the critical early years of school leadership. This program addresses the essential knowledge and skills every new administrator needs. Participants will join the cohort of fellow new principals and be paired with experienced mentors-building a strong network of connection, collaboration and ongoing support throughout their leadership journey.
MASSP Student Discipline Workshop
2026 TBD
Roger Aronson, MASSP Attorney/Lobbyist is one of the most highly regarded experts in school law in the State of Minnesota. This workshop will explore legal implications and the administrator’s role including provisions you may not know about. Find out what is new for school administrators in multiple areas of student discipline. Information is practical and may offer guidelines for policy development.
If you would like to join any of these events, please see our calendar.
