K-12 Conferences

    K-12 Conferences is the most comprehensive directory of K-12 education conferences in the world.

    370+ upcoming events spanning 2026 through 2032.

    Whether you're a teacher, school administrator, edtech founder, or education researcher,
    find the right conference by topic, location, or date.

    Categories include EdTech & Innovation, AI in Education, Teaching & Curriculum, School Leadership,
    Special Education & Inclusion, Student Wellbeing, Policy & Equity, and more.

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    Nov 1–4, 2026
    The State Educational Technology Directors Association's summit. Brings together state-level ed-tech leaders to discuss policy, broadband, digital equity, and technology planning.
    EdTech & InnovationPolicy & EquityLeadership & Admin
    💳 $500–$900
    📍 Arlington, VA
    Nov 2–5, 2026
    PowerSchool's annual user conference for K-12 districts. Deep dives into student information systems, special education management, analytics, and the full PowerSchool product ecosystem.
    EdTech & InnovationLeadership & Admin
    💳 Free for customers
    📍 Denver, CO
    Nov 3–7, 2026
    The Association for Educational Communications and Technology's annual international convention at The Palmer House. Brings together researchers, practitioners, and graduate students in instructional design, learning sciences, and educational technology.
    EdTech & InnovationResearch & Higher Ed
    💳 $325–$850
    📍 Chicago, IL
    Nov 4–7, 2026
    Dedicated entirely to grades 5–9, this conference supports middle school educators with research-based practices, student engagement strategies, and curriculum development.
    Teaching & Curriculum
    💳 $300–$550
    📍 Nashville, TN
    EduTech Asia
    EduTech Asia🔴 LIVE
    Nov 4–5, 2026
    Asia's largest education technology event. Attracts higher education and K-12 leaders from across ASEAN, featuring technology showcases, research presentations, and policy panels.
    EdTech & InnovationResearch & Higher Ed
    💳 TBD
    📍 Singapore · Singapore
    Nov 4–7, 2026
    The National Science Teaching Association's fall national conference in Indianapolis. The go-to event for K-12 science teachers, featuring NGSS-aligned workshops, lab demonstrations, and curriculum resources.
    Teaching & CurriculumSTEM Education
    💳 $130–$550
    📍 Indianapolis, IN
    Nov 4–6, 2026
    The Georgia Educational Technology Conference (GaETC) is one of the Southeast's largest K-12 edtech events, bringing thousands of educators, technology specialists, and instructional leaders together for hands-on training, breakout sessions, and networking.
    EdTech & InnovationTeaching & CurriculumLeadership & Admin
    💳 Full conference $285 (Aug 1–Oct 5); Wednesday only $240; Thursday only $240; Friday only $160; Exhibits only $90
    📍 Atlanta, GA
    Nov 4–6, 2026
    TCEA's conference for PreK–16 IT professionals — CTOs, tech directors, network admins, and support specialists. Held at the Sheraton Austin Georgetown Hotel & Conference Center with a welcome reception Nov 4 and full programming Nov 5–6.
    EdTech & InnovationSafety & SecurityLeadership & Admin
    💳 $319–$408
    📍 Georgetown, TX
    Nov 4–6, 2026
    The 52nd CAEL Annual Conference at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown — a hybrid (in-person Nov 4–6, virtual Nov 3–6) gathering of 1,000+ educators, employers, and workforce leaders aligning learning and work for adult learners.
    Research & Higher EdAI & Emerging Tech
    💳 $300–$1,250
    📍 Pittsburgh, PA
    Nov 4–6, 2026
    The annual conference of Virginia CEC, the state unit of the Council for Exceptional Children, running 8:00am–5:00pm each day for special educators, related service providers, administrators and higher-education faculty supporting children with…
    Special Ed & InclusionTeaching & CurriculumLeadership & Admin
    💳 TBD
    📍 Virginia Beach, VA
    Nov 4–5, 2026
    The Virginia Association of School Personnel Administrators' annual fall conference, running 8:00am Nov 4 to 1:00pm Nov 5 at Hotel Madison in Harrisonburg.
    Leadership & AdminTeaching & Curriculum
    💳 $250–$360
    📍 Harrisonburg, VA
    Nov 4–6, 2026
    The Idaho School Boards Association's annual convention for school board members, superintendents, clerks and business managers, including the ISBA Business Session where boards vote on the association's legislative platform.
    Leadership & AdminPolicy & Equity
    💳 $600–$725 (members)
    📍 Boise, ID
    Nov 4–7, 2026
    The Association of California School Administrators’ annual Leadership Summit brings together educational leaders from across California for breakout sessions, keynotes and professional networking.
    Leadership & AdminAI in EducationPolicy & Equity
    💳 TBD
    📍 Chula Vista, CA
    Nov 5, 2026
    Arizona's premier gathering for K-12 IT leadership, hosted by Government Technology with AzTEA.
    EdTech & InnovationAI & Emerging TechLeadership & Admin
    💳 Free
    📍 Phoenix, AZ
    Nov 5–6, 2026
    The Alabama Literacy Association's fall conference. Theme: 'From Page to Possibility.' Keynotes from Dr.
    Teaching & Curriculum
    💳 TBD
    📍 Birmingham, AL
    Nov 5–6, 2026
    Alabama Council of Teachers of Mathematics fall forum. State-level event for math educators covering instructional practices, standards, and student engagement strategies.
    Teaching & Curriculum
    💳 TBD
    📍 Montgomery, AL
    Nov 5–8, 2026
    The National Association for Gifted Children's annual convention (NAGC26).
    Special Ed & InclusionTeaching & Curriculum
    💳 $65–$769
    📍 Milwaukee, WI
    Nov 5–6, 2026
    The New Jersey Education Association annual convention at the Atlantic City Convention Center.
    Teaching & CurriculumLeadership & AdminPolicy & Equity
    💳 TBD
    📍 Atlantic City, NJ
    Nov 5–6, 2026
    Kentucky's statewide conference on teaching, learning and educational technology, celebrating 25 years of connecting and transforming learning.
    EdTech & InnovationTeaching & CurriculumAI & Emerging TechPolicy & Equity
    💳 $99–$299
    📍 Somerset, KY
    Nov 5–8, 2026
    The Association of Alaska School Boards' annual conference for school board members and superintendents, held alongside AASB's Youth Leadership Institute for student leaders.
    Leadership & AdminPolicy & Equity
    💳 TBD
    📍 Anchorage, AK
    Nov 6, 2026
    Tech & Learning's Midwest regional summit for K-12 technology leaders. Covers emerging ed-tech trends, cybersecurity, and best practices for the Midwest region.
    EdTech & Innovation
    💳 TBD
    📍 Naperville, IL
    Nov 6–7, 2026
    The Virginia Education Association's annual Summit on Educators of Color, themed "Claim Your S.E.A.T.: Solidarity, Empowerment, Action, and Transformation." The summit fosters a collaborative environment that empowers school communities to advance racial and…
    Policy & EquityLeadership & AdminStudent Support & Wellbeing
    💳 $50–$300
    📍 Fairfax, VA
    Nov 6–8, 2026
    The Kansas Association of School Boards' annual convention, the statewide gathering for locally elected board members, superintendents and district leadership teams.
    Leadership & AdminPolicy & Equity
    💳 TBD
    📍 Wichita, KS
    Nov 8–10, 2026
    RTM's fall congress for higher education technology executives. Peer roundtables and solution provider meetings.
    Research & Higher EdEdTech & Innovation
    💳 By invitation
    📍 TBD
    Nov 9, 2026
    Nebraska's state-level math educators conference, held at the Younes Conference Center in Kearney. 2026 theme: 'Mind Over Math: Unlocking Student Potential Through Brain-Based Teaching,' with keynote speaker Leisl McConchie.
    Teaching & Curriculum
    💳 Free–$100
    📍 Kearney, NE
    Nov 10–14, 2026
    ACOT is an annual conference geared toward education technology directors, CTOs, CIOs, superintendents, and their teams, with highly technical sessions designed to help attendees excel in their careers.
    EdTech & InnovationLeadership & AdminIT & Cybersecurity
    💳 TBD
    📍 Little Rock, AR
    Nov 10, 2026
    PASBO's one-day food service conference at Spooky Nook Sports Center. Convenes Pennsylvania K-12 school nutrition directors and food service staff for training on compliance, operations, and best practices.
    Leadership & Admin
    💳 TBD
    📍 Manheim, PA
    Nov 10, 2026
    Hosted by Boston University, the AIxEd Workforce Summit follows the pipeline from school to career in the age of AI.
    AI & Emerging TechLeadership & AdminTeaching & Curriculum
    💳 $350
    📍 Boston, MA
    Nov 11–13, 2026
    New Mexico Technology in Education (NMTIE) annual conference brings together educators, technology coordinators, and innovators for a three-day event focused on technology, innovation, and learning in New Mexico schools.
    EdTech & InnovationLeadership & Admin
    💳 TBD
    📍 Albuquerque, NM
    Nov 11–13, 2026
    The Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) annual conference — a CEC division. Designed for special education directors, supervisors, and coordinators, with sessions on leadership, compliance, equity, and program design.
    Leadership & AdminStudent Support & WellbeingPolicy & Equity
    💳 $475–$820
    📍 Providence, RI
    Nov 11–13, 2026
    DA Leadership Institute's invitation-level Superintendents Summit at the Stein Eriksen Lodge in Park City, Utah.
    Leadership & Admin
    💳 Free
    📍 Park City, UT
    Nov 11–13, 2026
    Where education companies find stability and opportunity in a shifting K-12 market.
    EdTech & InnovationLeadership & Admin
    💳 $1,449–$2,459
    📍 Nashville, TN
    Nov 11–13, 2026
    Hoosier Educational Computer Coordinators (HECC) annual conference at Union Station. A member-driven organization providing resources, networking, and hands-on workshops for K-12 teachers and technology professionals in Indiana school systems.
    EdTech & InnovationLeadership & Admin
    💳 TBD
    📍 Indianapolis, IN
    Nov 11–13, 2026
    Run by the Learning Technology Center (LTC), IETC brings education and technology innovators from across Illinois to the state capital.
    EdTech & InnovationTeaching & Curriculum
    💳 $250
    📍 Springfield, IL
    Nov 12–13, 2026
    Minnesota's biggest gathering of CTE educators, leaders, workforce and industry partners, and community stakeholders across secondary and higher education, hosted by Minnesota State.
    Teaching & CurriculumLeadership & AdminBusiness & Investment
    💳 $75–$300
    📍 Minneapolis, MN
    Nov 12–14, 2026
    The 6th NCME Special Conference on Classroom Assessment, a bi-annual gathering of researchers, K–12 educators, test designers and education partners sharing evidence-based ways to improve classroom assessment practice and research.
    Teaching & CurriculumResearch & Higher Ed
    💳 $50–$450
    📍 Bloomington, MN
    Nov 12–14, 2026
    Learning & the Brain's first annual fall conference, held at the Hilton Austin and hybrid via Zoom.
    Teaching & CurriculumStudent Support & WellbeingResearch & Higher Ed
    💳 TBD
    📍 Austin, TX
    Nov 12–13, 2026
    Hosted by the Oklahoma Autism Network at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, this statewide gathering centres on connection, learning, and amplifying the voices of autistic individuals and their families.
    Special Ed & InclusionStudent Support & WellbeingTeaching & Curriculum
    💳 TBD
    📍 Oklahoma City, OK
    Nov 12–14, 2026
    The International Dyslexia Association's annual conference at the Hyatt Rio Las Vegas. Brings together educators, researchers, clinicians, and families for sessions on dyslexia and structured literacy instruction.
    Special Ed & InclusionTeaching & Curriculum
    💳 TBD
    📍 Las Vegas, NV
    Nov 12–14, 2026
    A Learning and the Brain Foundation conference at the Hilton Austin. Explores the science of student motivation, evidence-based teaching strategies, and how mindsets and beliefs shape student achievement.
    Teaching & CurriculumStudent Support & WellbeingResearch & Higher Ed
    💳 TBD
    📍 Austin, TX
    Nov 13, 2026
    A free, one-day summit from Government Technology and the Center for Digital Education for LA County superintendents, CIOs, and district leaders.
    AI & Emerging TechLeadership & Admin
    💳 Free
    📍 Norwalk, CA
    Nov 13–15, 2026
    CTA's New Educator Weekend (North) at the SFO Marriott. Professional development, classroom strategy, and union onboarding for early-career California teachers.
    Teaching & Curriculum
    💳 Members only
    📍 Burlingame, CA
    Nov 13–14, 2026
    The National Literacy Institute's 26th annual Literacy Lit Education Explosion Conference, themed "Innovation in Literacy and AI." Two days in Houston for teachers, instructional coaches, and school leaders, with separate instructional and leadership tracks.
    Teaching & CurriculumAI & Emerging TechLeadership & AdminSpecial Ed & Inclusion
    💳 $389 early bird (through Oct 4) / $489 regular / $350 per person for teams of 5+
    📍 Houston, TX
    Nov 13–14, 2026
    The Florida Association of Student Councils' fall kickoff conference for middle and high school student council leaders and advisers.
    Student Support & Wellbeing
    💳 TBD
    📍 St. Petersburg, FL
    Nov 15–17, 2026
    The East Coast edition of BrainStorm K20, held at the Kalahari Convention Center. Over 120 technology-focused sessions for IT directors, tech coordinators, system and network admins, plus a large vendor fair for hands-on demos with edtech companies.
    EdTech & InnovationLeadership & Admin
    💳 $420–$470
    📍 Pocono Manor, PA

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the biggest K-12 education conference in 2026?+
    Some of the largest K-12 education conferences in 2026 include ISTE+ASCD Annual Conference, FETC (Future of Education Technology Conference), SXSW EDU, BETT UK, and the NSBA Annual Conference. Browse the full directory above filtered by topic or date to find the best fit for you.
    Are there free K-12 education conferences?+
    Yes — several conferences on this list are free or low-cost, including UNESCO Digital Learning Week (free), BETT UK (free general admission), and AI+Education Summit at Stanford (free–$200). Use the price filter in the interactive directory to find free and affordable options.
    What are the best edtech conferences for teachers in 2026?+
    Top edtech conferences for classroom teachers include FETC, ISTE Live, TCEA Convention, CUE Conference, SXSW EDU, and state-level events like NCCE, MACUL, and NCTIES. Filter by “Teaching & Curriculum” or “EdTech & Innovation” in the directory above.
    Are there international K-12 education conferences?+
    Yes — this directory includes conferences from the UK, Australia, Singapore, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, France, and more. Filter by location to find international events, including BETT UK, EduTech Asia, UNESCO Digital Learning Week, and several Latin American education congresses.
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    Visit our Promote Your Conference page to submit your event for consideration in the directory.