Minnesota School Counselors Association

The 2026 MSCA Annual Conference focuses on professional development, advocacy, and leadership for school counselors. Keynote speakers include Danielle R. Crankfield, 2026 School Counselor of the Year®, who will address 'Unmistakably Present: Elevating the Influence of School Counselors,' emphasizing intentional visibility, role clarification, and collaborative leadership to enhance school counselors' impact on student success. Senator Susan Pha, Senate District 38, will also deliver a keynote, bringing insights from her legislative work on infrastructure investment, housing, economic development, and her commitment to public service and shaping state priorities. The conference aims to provide concrete strategies for attendees to strengthen their professional presence and influence within their school communities and the broader educational landscape.