EdTech Academy: A Next Generation Teaching and Learning Conference
June 23, 2026

Creating Meaningful Learning Experiences in Our Schools and Classrooms!
Learn • Connect • Grow • Lead • Innovate
Calling all educators! Join us for EdTech Academy on June 23, 2026! This is a next-generation teaching and learning conference for PK-20 educators. Explore strategies for implementing effective teaching and learning practices in a rapidly evolving educational landscape. Gain fresh and innovative ideas, strategies, tools, and resources that engage and empower students, enhance curriculum, improve instruction, and deepen learning. Learn ways to effectively leverage the power of technology to create meaningful, authentic, and relevant learning experiences in our schools and classrooms – experiences that provide students with opportunities for critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity. Attend sessions facilitated by passionate educators related to effective and innovative teaching and learning practices, meaningful technology integration, active student-centered learning, and other relevant educational topics. Network and learn ways to transform teaching and learning in your classroom from other educators, and discover how we can lead next-gen learning. You don’t want to miss this distinct learning opportunity with inspiring and dynamic educational leaders! This year's keynote speaker, Dr. Tyler Tarver, is a leader in innovative teaching, learning, and leading! He is passionate about helping everyone around him get better!
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Call for Proposals
Interested in presenting at EdTech Academy? The Call for Proposals is open through March 14, 2025.
Keynote and Special Events
We are so excited to welcome Dr. Tyler Tarver as the Keynote Speaker at EdTech Academy 2026!
Schedule at a Glance
(tentative/subject to change)
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. | Registration, Dempster Atrium |
| 8:30 a.m. - 8:40 a.m. | Welcome in Glenn Auditorium, Dempster Hall |
| 8:40 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. | Opening Keynote by Dr. Tyler Tarver in Glenn Auditorium, Dempster Hall |
| 10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m. | Breakout Sessions, Dempster Hall |
| 11:10 a.m. - Noon | Breakout Sessions, Dempster Hall |
| Noon - 1 p.m. | Lunch, Dempster Atrium |
| 1 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. | Breakout Sessions, Dempster Hall |
| 2 p.m. - 2:50 p.m. | Breakout Sessions, Dempster Hall |
| 2:50 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Snack / Door Prize Entry |
| 3 p.m. | Closing followed by Door Prizes in Glenn Auditorium, Dempster Hall |
Breakout Sessions
To be posted at a later date. Check back for updates!