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Forward-Thinking Education Leaders to Address Key Issues at 2026 Future of Education Conference

Strategic Insights

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Educators, administrators, and industry experts from across the country will gather at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, for the 2026 Future of Education Conference, January 11-14. The conference, organized by FETC, a flagship community of Community EDU, aims to empower K-12 leaders and address critical topics, including district leadership, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, esports, digital literacy, and inclusion. The conference tracks and featured speakers were thoughtfully chosen to offer education technology decision-makers at all levels the insights and strategies necessary to foster impactful and positive learning outcomes for students through effective technology integration.

Key Takeaways:

  • **District Leadership:** Dr. Patrick Gittisriboongul, Superintendent of Lynwood Unified School District, CA, and Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar, Superintendent of Desert Sands Unified School District, CA, will share strategies for effective governance, policy, and data-driven decision-making to build innovative school cultures and prepare districts for the future of learning.
  • **School Leaders:** Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket, Principal of Howard County Public Schools, MD, and Dr. Kip Glazer, Principal of Mountain View High School, CA, will explore campus management, new technologies, digital wellness, and CTE strategies for designing learning environments that utilize emerging tools to help schools succeed in today's evolving educational landscape.
  • **IT Leaders:** Rob Dickson, Chief Information Officer of Wichita Public Schools, KS, and Dr. Phil Hintz, Chief Technology Officer of Niles Township School District, IL, will tackle pressing infrastructure, safety, and security challenges, with sessions on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, privacy, school safety, and building sustainable digital ecosystems.
  • **Classroom Leaders:** Vicki Davis, Educator and IT Coach of Westwood Schools, GA, Tom Needles, Author and STEAM Educator, Smithtown Schools, NY, and Donnie Piercy, Educator, Ashland Elementary School, KY, will explore new teaching methods and assessments to promote personalized, student-focused learning in all settings and across every subject, ensuring students are well-prepared for the future.

Statistics:

  • The 2026 Future of Education Conference will take place over four days, from January 11-14, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
  • The conference will feature 7 keynote speakers and 40 breakout sessions, focusing on critical topics such as district leadership, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, esports, digital literacy, and inclusion.
  • The conference expects over 200 attendees from across the country, representing a range of industries, including education, technology, and healthcare.
  • Registration for the conference is now open, with attendees able to choose from a variety of ticket options, including a full conference pass, a single-day pass, and a virtual pass for those unable to attend in person.

Sources:

  • FETC
  • Community EDU
  • Buenning Strategies

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