Innovative Schools Summit

San Antonio. New York.

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Experience the Innovative Schools Summit — the nation’s top K-12 education conference that brings together internationally recognized thought leaders, administrators, teachers and consultants to share innovative best practices and research-based methodologies in an engaging, inspiring event.

THE TOP K-12 EDUCATION SUMMIT COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU

LOCATIONS

SAN ANTONIO

DECEMBER 3-6, 2025

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
At-Risk Students Conference
School Discipline Conference
School Climate & Culture Forum
Innovative School Leadership Forum

NEW YORK

FEBRUARY 25-28, 2026

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
At-Risk Students Conference
AI/Tech for Schools Forum
Innovative School Leadership Forum
Wired Differently/Trauma-Informed Conference

ORLANDO

MARCH 12-15, 2026

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
Science of Reading & Math Symposium
At-Risk Students Conference
School Climate & Culture Forum
ELL Conference


LAS VEGAS

JULY 6-10, 2026

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
At-Risk Students Conference
Innovative School Leadership Forum
School Climate & Culture Forum
Innovative Counseling Strategies Conference

NASHVILLE

JULY 25-29, 2026

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
At-Risk Students Conference
Innovative School Leadership Forum
School Discipline Conference
Social-Emotional Learning Forum


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SAN ANTONIO

DECEMBER 3-6, 2026

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
School Climate & Culture Forum
At-Risk Students Conference
Innovative School Leadership Forum
Wired Differently Conference

 
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NEW YORK

FEBRUARY 24-27, 2027

AI/Tech in Schools Forum
At-Risk Students Conference
Innovative School Leadership Conference
Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
School Climate & Culture Forum
Innovative Counseling Strategies Conference
Social-Emotional Learning Forum

ORLANDO

MARCH 18-21, 2027

At-Risk Students Conference
Innovative Counseling Strategies Conference
Innovative School Leadership Conference

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference

School Discipline Conference
Additional Conference To Be Announced

THOUGHT LEADERS IN EDUCATION

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
NEW YORK
Author, Innovative Superintendent, Host of Hacking Leadership Podcast
Dr. Todd Whitaker
SAN ANTONIO
Inspiring Speaker & Author of 60 Books Including What Great Teachers Do Differently
Horacio Sanchez
SAN ANTONIO | NEW YORK
"Student Resilience Expert & Authority on Emotional Disorders
Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket
SAN ANTONIO
Principal, Author & Education Influencer
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Larry Thompson
NEW YORK
Supportive Discipline Innovator, Creator of Responsibility-Centered Discipline
Brian Mendler
SAN ANTONIO
Expert on Working with Disruptive Students, Co-Author of Discipline With Dignity
ENGAGING & RESEARCH-BASED SESSIONS

EDUCATION CONFERENCES

Each Innovative Schools Summit features 4 or more education conferences (see topics below) in one location.

Personalize your professional development experience by choosing sessions from each conference.

Education Conference -- At-Risk Students Conference

AT-RISK STUDENTS CONFERENCE

All Locations.

Experts will share evidence-based programs and strategies that educators can use to prevent dropouts and to help students experience success in school.

Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference

INNOVATIVE TEACHING STRATEGIES CONFERENCE

All Locations.

Take advantage of this opportunity to learn new insights, tools and strategies for reaching and teaching students. Compare best practices with educators in different geographic locations and different socio-economic environments.

Ai/Tech Conference

AI/TECH FOR SCHOOLS FORUM

New York. Las Vegas.

The AI/Tech for Schools Forum is the perfect opportunity to learn how to transform your classroom and school by integrating AI and the latest tech into your teaching, making learning more personal and boosting student engagement. Connect with experts, leaders and teachers to discover strategies and tech tools that can elevate academic outcomes.

Science of Reading and Math Conference

SCIENCE OF READING & MATH SYMPOSIUM

Nashville.

The Science of Math & Reading Symposium focuses on research-backed strategies that work in real classrooms, helping teachers apply the latest findings in cognitive science to math and literacy instruction. 

School Climate and Culture Conference

SCHOOL CLIMATE & CULTURE FORUM

San Antonio. New York. Nashville.

Learn practical, real-world strategies that can elevate the quality and character of your school. This education conference showcases programs and tools proven to improve school culture and climate. 

SCHOOL DISCIPLINE CONFERENCE

Orlando. Las Vegas.

If you’re looking to transform classroom management, this is the education conference you don’t want to miss. Discover the latest innovations and research to improve behavior and academic performance. 

INNOVATIVE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP FORUM

All Locations.

Hear from K-12 experts and network with fellow leaders to access successful strategies and practical tips for leading improvement in your school or district. This education conference will help you understand evolving research and current best practices to transform learning environments, improve teacher retention and enhance student outcomes,

School Counselors Conference / Innovative Counseling Strategies Conference

INNOVATIVE COUNSELING STRATEGIES CONFERENCE

Orlando. Las Vegas. Nashville.

This education conference features best practices from counselors and other professionals working with youth. Some programs are research-tested, while others are promising, innovative approaches created by practicing professionals to help them better connect with students. School counselors and other educators will learn strategies to address challenges such as social media, self-injury, students who are wired differently, intra-racial conflicts, instilling ethics and discouraged students.

English Language Learners Conference

ELL CONFERENCE

To be announced.

To help schools address this demographic shift, the ELL Conference brings together experts, administrators, and teachers from all corners of the education system to share strategies and best practices for addressing the unique needs of multilingual students. By supporting the academic and social-emotional success of English learners, educators enrich the learning experience for all students.

SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING CONFERENCE

New York.

This education conference focuses on research-based and classroom-originated interventions, lessons and curriculums to help students manage their emotions, achieve goals, express empathy for others, maintain positive relationships and make successful personal decisions.

Wired Differently Trauma-Informed Schools Conference

WIRED DIFFERENTLY/TRAUMA-INFORMED SCHOOLS CONFERENCE

To be announced..

Get critical insights and best practices for reaching and teaching students with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges – especially trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and PTSD. 

Engaging Experts. Inspiring Stories. Real Results.

Join thousands of administrators and teachers to network and learn research-based strategies and practical ideas to support students and staff. Innovative Schools Summit locations include Las Vegas, San Antonio, New York, Orlando and Nashville.

What to Expect

Network with fellow educators. Chart your learning path. Get motivated!

Hear educators share their Summit experience

WHAT ATTENDEES SAY

SESSIONS FOR ALL EDUCATORS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Classroom Teachers
  • Principals
  • Assistant Principals
  • Deans
  • Other Administrators
  • Special Ed Personnel
  • School Counselors
 
  • Social Workers
  • Interventionists 
  • Behaviorists 
  • Psychologists 
  • Community & Faith Based Youth Workers
  • After-School Program Coordinators
  
SESSIONS FOR ALL EDUCATORS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Classroom Teachers
  • Principals
  • Assistant Principals
  • Deans
  • Other Administrators
  • Special Ed Personnel
  • School Counselors
  • Social Workers
  • Interventionists 
  • Behaviorists 
  • Psychologists 
  • Community & Faith Based Youth Workers
  • After-School Program Coordinators
 

TRENDING TOPICS

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