High Reliability Schools Summit
San Antonio, Texas | January 11–13, 2027
Early Bird Price $829.00
Discover what’s possible when school improvement is clear
Imagine if every school leader focused on five essential areas of education—and teams had the time, support, and tools to master them.
At the High Reliability Schools Summit, you’ll explore concepts that meet your school or district’s needs, with content aligned to all five levels of the HRS framework:
- Create a safe, supportive, and collaborative culture.
- Build effective teaching practices across every classroom.
- Develop a guaranteed and viable curriculum.
- Understand and apply standards-referenced reporting practices.
- Explore competency-based education models.
Why attend the High Reliability Schools Summit?
At this event, you’ll explore how the Marzano High Reliability Schools (HRS) framework works together to support long-term, strategic school improvement. More than just a theory, the framework helps schools organize research-based practices into a clear pathway for success.
This year's program is designed to meet the needs of both new and returning teams. Through a mix of keynotes, interactive breakout sessions, guided reflection time, and team alignment, you’ll leave with:
- A practical action plan for systemic improvement
- Tools and strategies for implementation and monitoring
- A deeper understanding of how to adapt and align schoolwide practices
- Opportunities to network with experienced practitioners who’ve led this work
Whether you're just beginning or building on years of work, this event helps you see the big picture and build a customized plan forward that’s well-organized, collective, and systemic.
Recently recognized by Global Gurus as one of the Top 30 Education Development Programs for 2025—ranking #5 worldwide—the Summit continues to be a powerful catalyst for school transformation.
VenueHenry B. González Convention Center 900 E Market St San Antonio, Texas |
Presenter slate coming soon
Schedule
Agenda and speakers are subject to change.
Day 1
Monday, January 11th
| 6:30–8:00 a.m. | Registration/Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00–9:45 a.m. | Keynote |
| 9:45–10:00 a.m. | Break |
| 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Breakout Sessions |
| 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Lunch (on your own) |
| 1:00–2:30 p.m. | Breakout Sessions |
| 2:30–2:45 p.m. | Break |
| 2:45–3:45 p.m. | Panel Discussion |
Day 2
Tuesday, January 12th
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. | Registration/Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00–9:45 a.m. | Keynote |
| 9:45–10:00 a.m. | Break |
| 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Breakout Sessions |
| 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Lunch (on your own) |
| 1:00–1:30 p.m. | Awards Ceremony |
| 1:30–1:45 p.m. | Break |
| 1:45–3:15 p.m. | Breakout Sessions |
| 3:15–3:30 p.m. | Break |
| 3:30–4:30 p.m. | HRS Level-Specific Team Times |
Day 3
Wednesday, January 13th
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. | Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00–9:30 a.m. | Breakout Sessions |
| 9:30–9:45 a.m. | Break |
| 9:45–11:30 a.m. | Keynote |
Accommodations
Events reach capacity quickly. Please confirm your registration before making travel plans.
In order to receive the discounted hotel room rate, please mention Marzano Resources. After the deadline listed below, rates will be determined by the hotel. While discounted rooms in our hotel room block may be sold out, the primary hotel may still have rooms available at their standard rates. Please inquire directly with the hotel.
Parking information:
HBGCC - Convention Center Garage - $10 daily rate.
Convention Center
Hotels
Primary Hotel
Hilton Palacio del Rio
200 South Alamo St
San Antonio, TX 78205
210.222.1400
Discounted Rate: (single or double) $259 per night
Deadline: December 21, 2026 or until group rate is sold out.
Parking information: Valet $55
VenueHenry B. González Convention Center 900 E Market St San Antonio, Texas |
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Additional Information
Product code: CFL048
Five Reasons to Attend a Marzano Resources Event (PDF)A Letter to Your Boss (DOC)
You will receive a certificate of participation 6 weeks after the event concludes. Please check with your department of education for CEU availability.
Included with your registration
Five Big Ideas for Leading a High Reliability School
No matter your school improvement plan, data-driven leadership is key. These five big ideas will dispel popular myths long held by school and district leaders, reinvigorate your commitment to focus on the right work, and guide you in supporting the daily practices that matter most in achieving high levels of student success.
Event Journal
We’re enhancing your event experience. In addition to providing presentations in digital format, Marzano Resources is publishing retail-quality, perfect-bound notebooks expertly designed to support your learning. Any printed handouts or worksheets integrated into your sessions will continue to be provided.
