Monday, September 28 – Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort

“The September School Leadership Conference on Bay Lake was, hands down, my favorite professional development activity as a principal.
The people, the beautiful surroundings, the pacing and variety of programming, and the timing after a busy start to a school
year were exactly what I needed. It was a fun, refreshing, and relaxing way to connect and learn.”

Jason Wenschlag, Former Upper School Principal, Minnehaha Academy – Minneapolis

As a first-time attendee, it was valuable to interact with leaders I had yet to meet. Moreover, it was affirming to learn other leaders are experiencing the same challenges I am.

The time to reflect, recharge and renew connections with friends and fellow leaders is priceless!!

MINNDEPENDENT School leadership Conference is my one absolutely don’t miss conference of the year!

Thank you for the opportunity to step out of my own building for a few days to work on being a better leader. Having the opportunity to network, workshop, and problem solve with other leaders while also getting top-notch professional development is why I’ll be coming back. Thank you for the opportunity to get better.

“The September School Leadership Conference on Bay Lake was, hands down, my favorite professional development activity as a principal. The people, the beautiful surroundings, the pacing and variety of programming, and the timing after a busy start to a school year were exactly what I needed. It was a fun, refreshing, and relaxing way to connect and learn.”  – Jason Wenschlag, Former Upper School Principal, Minnehaha Academy – Minneapolis 

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The MINNDEPENDENT School Leadership Conference is the premier gathering of private and independent school leaders across Minnesota. Whether you are a new school leader hoping to expand your network or a seasoned veteran looking for fresh new ideas, this is the conference for you. Need to recharge after the first month of school?

This conference is the place for you.

Connect with fellow leaders for an energizing conference of networking plus presentations from experts in the areas of AI, Leadership, and School/Employment Law. All this, plus a bit of fun on the shores of Bay Lake.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Overnight stay pricing includes resort fees, materials, and all meals

Conference day only pricing includes materials + one meal

Check with your LEA about using Title Funds for your registration

Early Bird Price

Before August 21

One Night: $340
Two Nights: $450
Conference Day only: $135

Regular Price

After August 21

One Night: $370
Two Nights: $480
Conference Day only: $135

First-Time Attendee Price

One Night: $370
Two Nights: $370
(2 nights for the price of 1!)
Conference Day only: $135

QUESTIONS?

Contact Jennifer Renstrom at [email protected]

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Contact Lisa Vosbeek at [email protected] for more information or call 651-424-4930