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**New for 2026 - All registrations will include a standard Saturday Lunch
**New for 2026 - FULL Conference packages will also include a networking dinner event on Sunday evening off-site! Limited seating, so register early!
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The California Association of School Transportation Officials offers an Annual Conference for all pupil transportation staff, such as Drivers, Attendants, Driver Instructors, Dispatchers, Supervisors, Lead Mechanics, Directors, and Chief Business Officials. During workshops, attendees will learn about ever-changing laws, rules, and regulations governing school pupil transportation. They will discover the latest and greatest products at the vendor reception, showcasing industry-related products and services. The Managers Forum offers an excellent opportunity for networking with colleagues, vendors, and state officials.
58th CASTO Annual State Conference will be held in Burbank California at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport.
Full Conference pricing will increase after January 31st, 2026.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION
The registration and information booth is open on Friday, February 27, 2026 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. We encouraged all attendees to pickup their registration packets during this time to avoid long lines.
PRE-CONFERENCE SPECIAL EVENT
Join us on Friday, February 27, 2026 for a special CASTO Bowling session at a local alley. The cost is $40.00. A free shuttle service, will be provided to all participants to and from the bowling event.
CONFERENCE FACILITIES AND HOUSING
The Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport welcomes you with spacious rooms, modern amenities and a prime Southern California location. Situated in Burbank, CA, our hotel places you near the Hollywood Burbank Airport, Universal Studios Hollywood, the North Hollywood Arts District and Burbank Town Center. Make time for a delicious meal at one of our restaurants, offering innovative California cuisine and specialty cocktails. Maintain your workout at our 24-hour fitness center or take a refreshing dip in our outdoor pools. If you're hosting a meeting in Burbank, choose from over 46,000 square feet of event space, as well as access to additional convention facilities. Recharge in modern, pet-friendly hotel rooms with plush bedding, mini-refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, large work desks and Wi-Fi. Reserve your stay in a concierge-level room for lounge access and free breakfast. As a proud partner in the Marriott Commitment to Clean, our hotel has redefined our cleaning standards and commits to focusing on health.
Special room rate for CASTO: $189.00 per night
Last day to book at this rate is January 26, 2026 or until the group block sells out, whichever comes first.
Reservation Link Here
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Saturday Night Dinner and Entertainment
Grab your leather jackets and poodle skirts—‘cause we’re goin’ back to Rydell High!! Join us on Saturday evening for an unforgettable dinner and entertainment experience at the CASTO 58th Annual State Conference. This year's theme, "Grease" where the food’s hot, the music’s cool, and the night’s made for dancin’! .
Enjoy a delicious meal and dance the night away with Val Martinez - DJ and vocalist who has been fortunate enough to work with such greats as: Frankie Valli (While one of his "Four Seasons"), Wayne Brady, The Beach Boys, Dick Clark, Julio Iglesias, Bobby Rydell, K.C. and the Sunshine Band and Edgar Winter. Val will take us on an unforgettable journey
Dress in your favorite 50's attire and come ready to celebrate with your fellow school transportation professionals. It's going to be a night of great music, connections, and unforgettable memories!
Sunday Night Networking Dinner Event
Sunday evening, all attendees that have registered with a FULL conference package will be taken off-site for a networking dinner event. This event will have limited seating, so register early!.
Cancellation requests must be in writing and postmarked no later than February 8, 2026. You may email cancellations to flossie.lopez@smusd.org. CASTO will assess a 10% fee to cover the cost involved with cancellations. Refunds will not be granted for cancellations received after February 8, 2026 or for no shows.
