Is a Premier Gathering of Education Practitioners and Thought Leaders

Our conference provides vital professional development opportunities for educators and leaders working with students of all ages, across the learning day, all across America.

Refresh, renew, and have fun connecting with peers and experts. Take home skills, tools, and a renewed passion for improving learning outcomes for young people across the entire day.

Hands on workshops and pre-conferences led by national experts

Fascinating educational excursions

Motivating keynote presentations and interactive discussions

Premium exhibits unveiling the latest products and solutions

Powerful networking opportunities and celebrations

While Beyond School Hours 2024 takes place after Mardi Gras, we’re planning to capture that festive spirit in this year’s conference! This year, we’re embracing innovation, celebrating the journey, and taking time to recharge in the Big Easy.

We’ve all heard that necessity is the mother of invention — and educators across the country have been proving that every day since the COVID pandemic first hit us! As a field, we are constantly innovating and looking for the best path forward. We also need to take the time to appreciate how far we’ve come and celebrate the successes we’ve had along the way!

It’s also important to invest in ourselves. Compassion fatigue is all too real — we need to find the time for self-care and mindfulness so that we can be the role models our young people need. Do you have a success story or a strategy to share with the world? Join us at Beyond School Hours —we’d love to have you!

Innovate

Innovation is key in today’s fast-paced digital world — and this conference strand will showcase the latest technologies, methodologies, and approaches to engage and motivate students. From augmented and virtual reality to service learning and entrepreneurship, highlights include a wide range of cutting-edge strategies that will equip you with the skills you need to help students succeed in the 21st century.

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Celebrate

We believe in taking time to celebrate achievements, big or small. That’s why we’re dedicating a strand to recognizing successes and inspiring youth on their journey through academic and personal growth. Whether it’s elevating student voice to create change or designing playful learning experiences, sessions in this strand celebrate the power of teaching and learning.

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Rejuvenate

We know how important it is to prioritize self-care. In this strand, we’ll provide strategies to help you decompress, recharge, and nurture student development. From establishing boundaries to nurturing creativity, we’ll give you the tools you need to take care of yourself and your students.

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Schedule of Events

Wednesday

FEBRUARY 14


8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
21st CCLC Session


8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Leadership Institute


8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
National Advisory Committee Meeting


2:45 PM – 4:15 PM
Early Bird Workshops


4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Happy Hour


6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Opening Reception

Thursday

FEBRUARY 15


7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast


8:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Workshop 1


9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Workshop 2


11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Workshop 3


12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Lunch & Champion of Children Award Ceremony


1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Keynote
Geoffrey Canada


2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Recess in the Exhibit Hall


3:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop 4

Friday

FEBRUARY 16


7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast


8:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Workshop 5


9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Keynote Conversation
Artificial Intelligence in Education


10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Exhibit Hall Break


11:15 AM – 12:30 PM
Workshop 6


12:30 PM – 1:40 PM
Lunch


1:40 PM – 2:10 PM
Recess in the Exhibit Hall


2:20 PM – 3:35 PM
Workshop 7


3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Workshop 8 STEM Fair

Saturday

FEBRUARY 17


7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Breakfast


8:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Workshop 9


9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Grand Finale
Carlos Santini

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Future Dates

Please mark your calendars with the following important dates. To stay up to date please join our mailing list!

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FEB. 13-16 2025

Orlando, FL

Rosen Centre

2025

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MAR. 1-4 2026

Orlando, FL

Rosen Centre

2026