Advancing Education Together Summit 2026

The Third Annual PDE Advancing Education Together Summit is sponsored by the Offices of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE) and Postsecondary and Higher Education (OPHE).  This summit brings together LEA administrators and higher education deans from EPPs for a day of learning and collaboration.

Date/Time

The Third Annual PDE Advancing Education Together Summit will be held on July 30, 2026.  

Breakfast will be held from 7am-8am.

Conference sessions will be held from 8am-4pm.

Advancing Education Together Summit 2026

Potential Sessions

Below is the list of potential sessions for this year’s Advancing Education Together Summit.  As you can see, there is something for everyone!

  • PDE Updates from the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Office of Postsecondary and Higher Education.
  • FASFA Best Practices/PHEAA             
  • Structured Literacy   
  • Experience Based Certificates           
  • Special Education     
  • Teacher Workforce Updates
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • General education CIP 13.0101 and Ed Rising Programs
  • EVAAS  
  • STEM  
  • Wellness

Registration

Registration is free, but participants are responsible for lodging, parking, and travel expenses.  To register, please complete the Registration Form.

Need additional information or have questions, please email RA-EDACT45@pa.gov.