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Building Expertise for Deeper Learning Educators’ Conference

Experience One of the Highest-Rated Conferences for K-12 Educators

Three days of actionable strategies, meaningful collaboration, and interactive breakout sessions to deepen student learning.
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June 24–26, 2026 | Orlando, Florida | Virtual Option
Join 900+ teachers, principals, and district leaders

A Conference Built for Real Classroom Impact

Many conferences leave educators feeling inspired. But when you return to school, it can be difficult to translate those ideas into classroom practice. The Building Expertise Conference is different.

Every session is designed to help educators strengthen instruction and deepen student learning.

  • Role-Specific
    One of the few conferences with specific sessions for classroom teachers, instructional coaches, school leaders, and district leaders.
  • Hands-On
    Interactive and engaging sessions empower you to perfect your craft—whether you attend in-person or virtually. 
  • Actionable
    Leave with tools and strategies you can use immediately.
  • More Educator Voices
    This year’s conference features more sessions led by teachers and school leaders implementing deeper learning in their schools.
  • Meaningful Collaboration
    Learn alongside educators who share your passion for deeper learning.
  • Research That Connects to Practice
    Learn how leading research translates into real instructional improvement.
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Three Days of Engaging, Actionable Learning Sessions

50+ breakout sessions | Teacher and leader tracks | Expert-led, hands-on learning | Virtual or In-Person

Classroom Practice

  • Student-Led Learning 
  • Collaboration & Student Teams
  • Critical Thinking & Classroom Discourse
  • Designing Rigorous Learning Tasks
  • Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom

Leadership & School Systems

  • Panel Discussions with School & District Leaders
  • Scaling Rigor Across Schools 
  • Instructional Coaching & Feedback
  • Building Communities of Practice
  • Using Data to Improve Instruction

Plus, sessions on student engagement, assessment, coaching, instructional strategies, and more.
Select sessions will be available on demand for up to three months after the conference — included with registration.

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Insights from Nationally Recognized Experts

Keynote sessions feature nationally recognized experts who connect big ideas to the everyday work of educators.

Mariana Atencio

Bestselling Author and Award-Winning Journalist

Dr. Robert Marzano

Leading Researcher and Author

Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket

President of MAESP and a Top Influencer in Education

Michael Toth

Award-Winning Author and
Founder/CEO of IE

Why Educators Love This Conference

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This conference really sparked something GRAND inside of me. I am energized for the new school year. I'm ready. ... Bring 'em on!

5th Grade TeacherIndianapolis, Indiana
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This conference is one of the best conferences I have been at. The amount of information that's disseminated to help with perfecting my craft has been more than what I can even imagine.

School LeaderPrince George County, Maryland
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The conference is AMAZING! I’m having the best time ever. The keynote speaker (Nadia Lopez) did a great job. She was so inspirational. I was brought to tears. It was so wonderful.

TeacherPalm Beach, Florida
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The sessions were extremely inspiring and content-heavy. I did not feel that any session was a waste of time or money.

English TeacherOklahoma

Bring Your Team to One of the Highest-Rated Education Conferences

June 24–26, 2026 | Orlando, Florida | Virtual Option

Attend individually or bring your school or district team to learn together and strengthen instructional practice across classrooms.

In-Person Conference Registration: $1,299

Virtual Conference Access: $650

Group discounts are available for teams.

Secure Your Spot at the 15th Annual Conference

Join 900+ teachers, principals, and district leaders from across the country—virtually or in-person in Orlando, Florida.

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Have Questions or Planning for Your Team?

If you’re interested in group rates, team registrations, travel information, or additional conference details, our team is happy to help.

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