(in)CITE Newsletter

Late October 2026

Executive Director Update

Next month, I’m excited to attend my 10th annual CITE Conference, this time in a new role. I’m so proud of the care our staff puts into this event each year and their dedication to keeping the content and activities fresh.



We’re also launching our newest academy on Identity and Access Management, a topic sourced entirely from member and community feedback. Please keep that feedback coming by taking our annual member survey. It helps us keep delivering the information you need to support your work!

Laurel Nava

CITE Executive Director

CITE Conference Updates

The Countdown Is On: CITE Conference is Almost Here!



We’re less than one month away from the 66th Annual CITE Conference in Anaheim, and we can’t wait to welcome you! Registration is still open, so be sure to secure your spot in advance before pricing increases on-site. 

With engaging sessions, exciting activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow K-12 technology professionals, there’s so much to look forward to! Start planning your experience by exploring the conference agenda and building your schedule. We’ll see you soon in Anaheim!

Meet Our Keynote Speakers!


Get ready to be inspired by two acclaimed keynote speakers at this year’s CITE Conference! Steve Wozniak and Susan Cain will bring unique perspectives, fresh insights, and thought-provoking ideas to the CITE community. 


Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple, helped shape the technology landscape and continues to inspire audiences with his insights on innovation, creativity, and the future of technology. 


Susan Cain, bestselling author of Quiet, is renowned for her work exploring the power of introversion, thoughtful leadership, and human potential. 

A Little Something For Woz Fans!


Explore Steve Wozniak’s online store to browse official merchandise and find a special keepsake to celebrate his appearance at this year’s conference.

Make the Most of Your Anaheim Experience


Attending the 66th Annual CITE Conference? Take advantage of exclusive, specially priced Disneyland® Resort Theme Park tickets available only to conference attendees and their travel party. Tickets are valid for visits November 12-23, 2026, giving you the flexibility to add a little magic before, during, or after the conference.  


Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance. The exclusive ticket store closes at 9:00 p.m. PST on November 19, and these discounted rates are not available at the Resort.  


Don't delay! Prices are subject to change without notice. 


*These specially priced tickets are for sale only to individuals attending the event for use only by event attendees and their travel party during their stay. Each event attendee (with registration confirmation) may purchase up to ten tickets from this ticket store. Disney reserves the right to contact the ticket purchaser to request that the ticket purchaser provide their event registration confirmation. If it is discovered that the ticket purchaser is not participating in or attending the event, it will be considered a violation of the ticket store terms and conditions, and the ticket(s) will be de-activated and will not be eligible for a refund. To enter a theme park, Guests (ages 3 and older) need both valid admission and a theme park reservation for the same day and same park they want to visit. Park reservations are limited in number; subject to the availability of park reservations allocated to park tickets as determined by Disney, and theme park capacity; and are not guaranteed. Additional restrictions apply.

New CITE Education Program Academy

Identity and Access Management On-Demand Academy

Early Enrollment


Strengthen your district’s approach to identity and access management with CITE’s new Identity & Access Management Academy. This on-demand, self-paced course provides K-12 IT professionals with practical knowledge and real-world application opportunities to better manage identities, access, and security within their LEA. 


Through five online modules, participants will explore IAM fundamentals, identity lifecycle management, security risks, and strategies for designing and implementing effective IAM practices in K-12 environments. 


CITE Member Exclusive Limited-Time Registration Offer: Register early at a discounted rate before the course modules open in November!

CITE Member Updates

CITE Member Survey


Help shape the future of CITE and information technology in education. Take our brief member survey to share your feedback on CITE along with your perspectives on future priorities. The survey should take less than 12 minutes to complete. And as a thank you for completing the survey, you will have the option to enter a drawing for one of five $50 Amazon gift cards. 


This survey is intended for people who work in, collaborate with, or lead a K-12 information technology department. 

CITE CAP Spotlight - 101VOICE

101VOICE Brings Critical Communications Expertise to

CITE 2026


When communication failure isn't an option, the right technology matters. 


101VOICE delivers critical communications solutions for education, government, healthcare and other organizations where reliable communication is essential. Today, the company supports more than 900,000 users across all 50 states, serving over 600 schools and agencies, including more than 100 California public agencies. 


As a Zettabyte Sponsor of CITE’s 66th Annual Conference, 101VOICE will be in Anaheim November 17-19, leading three sessions focused on school communications, hosted VoIP and critical communications readiness. 


Add these sessions to your CITE schedule: 


Tuesday, November 17 | 11:00 AM | Room 304 B 

Panel Session: Busting the Top VoIP Myths: A Practical Guide to Hosted VoIP for K-12 Schools 


Wednesday, November 18 | 2:30 PM | Product Showcase 1, Exhibit Hall 

ARVOS™ Product Showcase: Push-to-Talk Innovation Without the Radio Infrastructure 


Thursday, November 19 | 1:00 PM | Room 201 D 

Speaker Session: 8:15 a.m. Your Network Is Down. What Stays Up? 


Attend a session for a chance to receive a limited-edition ARVOS cap, available in limited quantities. 


Visit Booth #633 to meet the team, explore our critical communications solutions, or arrange a one-on-one meeting in Meeting Room M1.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

and Program Partners

CITE exists to lead, develop, and support technologists and education organizations to inspire student success.


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