LEAD Conference

A CONFERENCE FOR EDUCATION LEADERS

LEAD 2026

The 2026 LEAD Conference will take place July 28-29, at the McNamara Alumni Center. Registration is now open!

The LEAD Conference supports education leaders by offering actionable insights, tools, and strategies to improve PreK-12 school systems. All are welcome.

Submit a breakout session proposal for LEAD

Presentations and breakout sessions are intended to focus on PreK-12 system improvement with areas of emphasis in: literacy, teacher preparation pathways, artificial intelligence (AI), and chronic absenteeism. We welcome your proposals, and any and all of your ideas that focus on the areas listed!

Non-discrimination statement

This event is open to all. The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, familial status, disability, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local commission created for the purpose of dealing with discrimination, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Land acknowledgement

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is built within the traditional homelands of the Dakota people. It is important to acknowledge the peoples on whose land we live, learn, and work as we seek to improve and strengthen our relations with our tribal nations. We also acknowledge that words are not enough. We must ensure that our institution provides support, resources, and programs that increase access to all aspects of higher education for our American Indian students, staff, faculty, and community members.