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18 education policy Events Found

Mar 9

Improving Young Minds & Mental Wellbeing in the AI Era - Keynote Session

This conversation will focus on how rapidly evolving technologies and social media are shaping young people's mental health, and how families, educators, and policymakers can best respond. The session will explore the science behind mental wellbeing and examine how digital platforms, emerging technologies, and algorithm-driven systems can both support and undermine children's and families' mental health. Attendees will learn about common-sense guardrails to advocate for improving young people's mental wellbeing in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
SXSW EDU 2026
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3/9/26
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Mar 9

States Matter: Using Ed R&D to Drive Student Outcomes

Workshop focusing on using education research and development to drive student outcomes at the state level. Features Sara Schapiro, a prominent voice in transforming American education through research, innovation, and technology.
Courtyard Marriott - Brazos I-III
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Adult Charter Schools: Drivers of Economic Mobility

As 36 million American adults with low literacy live in the shadows of the US economy, communities need new solutions. Adult charter school leaders and an adult learner will share how they are leveraging adult public charter school programs to meet the city's community and economic goals. These schools are integrating education and occupational training to help adult learners transition to high-demand careers and achieve economic mobility. An Award-winning journalist will moderate the panel, exploring how DC's pioneering investments and outcomes can be replicated in other cities and towns.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 5-6
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Public School Choice with Purpose: The Magnet School Model

Educational presentation examining the magnet school model as an approach to public school choice, likely covering specialized STEM, arts, and other focused educational programs.
The Westin Austin Downtown - Paramount III
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Adult Charter Schools: Drivers of Economic Mobility

Panel discussion on adult charter schools and their role in economic mobility.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 5-6
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

Adult Charter Schools: Drivers of Economic Mobility

Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 5-6
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

P.S. Weekly: How Teen Journalists Drive Change in Their Communities

As high schoolers, we regularly face unreceptive administrators, underfunded programs, and top-down decisions. Journalism allows us to speak out and demand better. We're reporters for Miseducation, a student-produced podcast about inequities in New York City schools. In this live episode, we'll share how our storytelling has had a tangible impact on our schools and beyond. And we'll discuss how we've overcome barriers while calling out injustices. Our work makes it clear that young people deserve a seat at the table and a real say in our education. It's time adults started listening.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 3
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 9

A New Talent Playbook for Education Innovation

Presented by Walton Family Foundation. Panel discussion on talent development and innovation in education.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 4
Free
3/9/26
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Mar 10

Building an Evidence-Base for Workforce Readiness

As schools strive to align learning with the evolving workforce, one key question is often overlooked: what actually works? In this conversation with the US Department of Education's Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education - hear about efforts to break down siloes between K-12 and industry to ensure students are graduating prepared for the future. Discover evidence-based strategies for career-connected learning and uncover the research opportunities that must be addressed to ensure true postsecondary and career success for all students.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 1-2
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 10

Building an Evidence-Base for Workforce Readiness

Part of SXSW programming. This appears to be a conversation-style event focusing on building evidence-based approaches to workforce readiness in STEM fields.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 1-2
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 10

Building an Evidence-Base for Workforce Readiness

EConversation session focusing on building evidence-based approaches to workforce readiness. Part of SXSW programming.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 1-2
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 10

Supporting the Early Childhood Workforce that Powers Us

Panel discussion on supporting the early childhood workforce. Part of SXSW conference programming.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waller Ballroom C
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 10

Supporting the Early Childhood Workforce that Powers Us

Early childhood educators have a passion for working with young children, yet retention remains a major challenge. As states prioritize scaling early learning, the workforce faces burnout, low pay, and limited career growth. This panel explores new data on workforce wellbeing, key policy tensions, and how AI and innovation might play a role in sustaining and supporting the educators who power our nation's future.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waller Ballroom C
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 12

Featured Session: Moonshots that Move the Needle

A featured session focusing on moonshot initiatives that create significant impact, likely covering innovation in education and technology.
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Free
3/12/26
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Mar 12

Independent School BTA Informational Webinar - March 12, 2026

Informational webinar for independent schools regarding Behavioral Threat Assessment (BTA) requirements under Act 29, Title 16 VSA, Section 1485. Agency staff will review state-provided resources and answer questions. Open to independent school leadership and current or prospective BTA team members. Meeting link will be shared with registered participants.
Virtual
Free
3/12/26
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Mar 24

Committee Meetings

Brunswick County Schools committee meetings - may include discussions on STEM curriculum, technology services, and educational programs
Brunswick County Schools
Free
3/24/26
Sourced: https://bcswan.net/ 01-15-2026
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Apr 7

Special Education Advisory Panel (Virtual)

Special Education Advisory Panel virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams. Meeting ID: 265 724 765 253 61, Passcode: va3588Ef
Virtual Meeting - Microsoft Teams
Free
4/7/26
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Jul 3

2026 NEA Representative Assembly

The NEA RA is the largest democratic deliberative assembly in the world and is held every year during the last week of June and/or first week in July. The Annual Meeting kicks off with pre-RA meetings, conferences, and exhibits. The RA consists of eight business sessions spanning the four final days of the Annual Meeting where RA delegates debate the vital issues that impact public education and set policy and activities for the year ahead. Delegates must be elected to attend the NEA Representative Assembly. For nomination and election as a local delegate, please check with your local association.
Virtual
Free
7/3/26
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