K-12 Special Education & Inclusion Conferences
Special education is one of the most legally complex, personally demanding, and rapidly evolving areas of K-12 practice. The conferences in this category serve special education teachers, related-service providers, directors of special education, school psychologists, and the families and advocacy organizations that work alongside them.
- ATIA - Assistive Technology Industry Association — Jan 28–31, 2026, Orlando, FL, USA · $500–$900
- BER Conference for School-Based Speech-Language Pathologists — Jun 29–30, 2026, Online, Virtual · $325–$595
- BER Co-Teaching Conference — Summer 2026, Online, Virtual · $325–$595
- MASE Fall Leadership Conference 2026 — Oct 21–23, 2026, Brainerd, MN, USA
- DUA Congress 2026 — Jul 3–5, 2026, Querétaro, Mexico · MXN $2,000–$5,000
- LDA Annual Conference — Feb 16–18, 2026, St. Louis, MO, USA
- UDL-Con: International Live Online — Jul 21–22, 2026, Online, Virtual · $99–$299
- RTM K-12 Special Education Congress — Mar 22–24, 2026, San Diego, CA, USA · By invitation
- CTA Special Education Conference — Oct 2–4, 2026, Garden Grove, CA, USA · Members only
- NAGC Annual Convention — Nov 5–8, 2026, Milwaukee, WI, USA · $65–$769
- DyslexiaCon (IDA Annual Conference) — Nov 12–14, 2026, Las Vegas, NV, USA
- Schools & Academies Show London — May 7, 2026, London, UK · Free for educators
- Schools & Academies Show London 2027 — May 12, 2027, London, UK · Free for educators
- IASA Blue Jeans Conference — Feb 16–17, 2027, Garden City, ID, USA
- ATIA - Assistive Technology Industry Association — Jan 22–24, 2027, Orlando, FL, USA · $500–$900
- CTA Special Education Conference — Sep 24–26, 2027, Burlingame, CA, USA · Members only
- CEC 2027 Convention & Expo — Mar 10–13, 2027, Columbus, OH, USA · $69–$729
- NAGC Annual Convention — Nov 11–14, 2027, Louisville, KY, USA
- LDACON64 - LDA International Conference — Feb 17–19, 2027, Las Vegas, NV, USA
- ATIA - Assistive Technology Industry Association — Jan 31 – Feb 2, 2029, Las Vegas, NV, USA · $500–$900
- CEC Convention & Expo — Feb 28 – Mar 3, 2029, Portland, OR, USA · $400–$700
- CEC Convention & Expo — Mar 20–23, 2030, New Orleans, LA, USA · $400–$700
- CEC Convention & Expo — Mar 12–15, 2031, Atlanta, GA, USA · $400–$700
- CEC Convention & Expo — Mar 3–6, 2032, Denver, CO, USA · $400–$700
- CEC Convention & Expo — Mar 3–6, 2032, Denver, CO, USA · $400–$700
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest special education conference in the U.S.?
CEC's Convention and Expo is the largest, drawing 5,000+ special education professionals each spring. The 2026 event is in Chicago, February 4–7.
Which conference is best for assistive technology?
ATIA (Assistive Technology Industry Association) in Orlando each January is the world's largest AT conference. It covers AAC, accessibility, UDL, and AT for students across disability categories.
Are there conferences focused on inclusive practices in general education?
Yes — inclusion is a major track at CEC, ASCD Annual, and ISTELive. TASH's annual conference focuses specifically on inclusive education and community for people with significant disabilities.
Do these conferences offer CEUs for SLPs, OTs, and school psychologists?
Most do. ATIA, CEC, and NASP conferences all offer ASHA CEUs, AOTA CEUs, and NASP-approved credits. Check the event's professional development page for provider approvals.
Which special education conferences are best for parents and advocates?
CEC has family strands, and organizations like LDA, CHADD, and Autism Society run family-and-professional conferences. Many state Parent Training and Information Centers host local events too.
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