The conference combines reflection, learning, and strategic planning to help members advance equity within their school communities. 

Following opening remarks, spoken word, and grounding acknowledgments, participants will join two workshop sessions that address key equity issues. Equity Alliance Chairs will then guide discussions that help members identify challenges, explore possible approaches, and create practical steps for moving forward. 

The conference is designed to ensure that participants leave feeling supported, motivated, and prepared to take meaningful action in support of equity in their local contexts. 

Conference Agenda 

• 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Registration/Continental Breakfast  
• 9:30 a.m. | General Session begins 
  • Land/labor Acknowledgement  
  • Immigration Acknowledgement 
  • Welcome – Steve Beatty  
  • Spoken word   
• 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. | Workshop Section 1 (Break outs, Choose Your Own Adventure) 
• 11:40 a.m. – 12:40  p.m.| Workshop Section 2 (Break outs, Choose Your Own Adventure) 
• 12:45pm | Lunch, Hotel restaurant  
• Mid Conference Remarks – Tina Dare   
• 2:10 p.m. | Open Conversation About Equity  
• 2:40 p.m. |  Equity Alliance Chair Facilitated Brainstorming and Action Planning (break outs) 
• Closing Remarks – Petal Robertson 
• 4 p.m. |  Close of Conference 

Registration

Individuals may register online using the button above. For county and local associations registering multiple members, please download the form below and mail it to the address on the form with your check. Registration deadline: April 5, 2026.