About The Program
Join us at the 2026 East Education Congress, the premier professional development event designed for K-12 education leaders. Our program addresses today’s most crucial and challenging topics, from building a strong teacher pipeline to tailoring education to meet every student’s needs. Led by dedicated district leaders from both small and large districts, these sessions provide valuable insights from the heart of K-12 academic departments.
Topics of Discussion
Building Leadership Capacity and Retaining Talent
A look at sustainable leadership development models and strategies districts are using to strengthen pipelines and reduce turnover.
Strategic Responses to Declining Enrollment and Tight Budgets
How district leaders are adapting to shifting demographics and fiscal constraints while maintaining program quality and equity.
Supporting Student Behavioral Health, Wellness, and Engagement
Districtwide approaches that address student mental health, promote well-being, and foster stronger engagement in learning.
Harnessing Data to Drive Academic Growth and Operational Efficiency
Practical applications of data systems that connect student outcomes with strategic decision-making across departments.
Breaking Down Silos: Cross-Departmental Collaboration that Works
Real-world examples of district teams improving outcomes through communication, coordination, and shared accountability.
Ethical and Effective Integration of AI and Technology
Considerations for balancing innovation, privacy, and instructional integrity in the use of AI and emerging technologies.
Modernizing Curriculum Design for Today’s Learners
Approaches to curriculum planning that align with modern learning standards, workforce needs, and student interests.
Navigating Federal, State, and Local Policy Pressures
Insights into how academic leaders interpret, implement, and balance policy demands while keeping students at the center.
Advancing Success for Marginalized Students
District strategies focused on removing barriers and creating equitable pathways for historically underserved student groups.
Aligning Tech Rollouts with Instructional Goals
How districts ensure technology initiatives directly support teaching, learning, and measurable student outcomes.
84.21% of delegates said this is the best event they’ve attended all year
Past Keynote Speakers
Lower Moreland Township School District, Pennsylvania
City Schools of Decatur, Georgia
Past & Current Speakers
Morgan County Schools, Alabama
Clayton County Public Schools, Georgia
Barrington Community Unit School District 220, Illinois
Jefferson County School District, Alabama
Carroll County School System, Georgia
The School District of Palm Beach County, Florida
Litchfield Elementary School District, Arizona
Community Unit School District 300, Illinois
Indian Prairie School District 204, Illinois
The Schedule
Event Registration
Opening Keynote
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Afternoon Refreshments and Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings/Roundtables Discussions/Workshops
Free Time
Welcome Drinks and Dinner
Networking Breakfast
Opening Panel Session
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Morning Refreshments and networking
Strategy Session/Business Meeting
Roundtable Discussions
Networking Luncheon
Roundtables/Business Meetings
Afternoon refreshements and netwotking
Business Meetings
Leadership Talk
Free Time
Networking Drinks and Dinner
Morning Refreshments and Networking
Workshops
Brunch
Business Meetings
Closing Panel Discussion
Our Commitments to You
Maximized Networking Opportunities
A personal, customized itinerary
Exclusive qualified attendance
return on time and objective
Delegate Testimonials
RTM offers a unique experience for attendees that no other educational conference events offer. I love the dedicated time with vendors and the personalized schedule. It creates a seamless experience. It’s also so helpful to have all of the networking time to connect with like minded educators that are in the same or similar roles as me.
RTM was all inclusive of my job expectations. It provided professional training, high quality reflection opportunities, a variety of solution options(vendors), and awesome networking. I am leaving with a toolbox of ideas and suggestions to use in my district. It is organized and structured to meet the needs of each participant. The best conference this year!
I have been a partner with RTM for the past 7 years. The learnings from the sessions and the networking has had a huge impact on my superintendency. RTM is always prepared to pivot to provide programming to meet the current needs of educators.
