2026 National ESEA Conference
Organized by National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators
The annual National ESEA Conference is an event hosted by the National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators (NAESPA).
- Dates
- Feb 10-12, 2026
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Deadline
- Jan 30, 2026
- Attendees
- 3,000
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About this conference
The annual National ESEA Conference is an event hosted by the National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators (NAESPA). It serves as a vital platform for professional growth, learning, and the exchange of ideas in education, empowering attendees with knowledge and resources to excel in their field. The conference is the only one focused entirely on federal education programs for disadvantaged students, emphasizing critical strategies to help every child succeed and achieve at high levels. It covers various Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and related programs including Title I, Part A (Education for the Disadvantaged), Title I, Part C (Education of Migratory Children), Title I, Part D (Neglected & Delinquent), Title II, Part A (Supporting Effective Instruction), Title III, Part A (English Learners & Immigrant Education), Title IV, Part A (Student Support & Academic Enrichment), Title IV, Part B (21st Century Community Learning Centers), Title V, Part B (Rural Education Initiative), Title VI, Part A (Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native Education), Title VII, Part B (McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, Education for Homeless Children and Youth), and IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Act/Special Education). The conference offers both in-person sessions in Denver, Colorado, and virtual options, featuring renowned speakers, engagement opportunities, and updates on the latest educational developments at local, district, state, and federal levels.
Sponsorship options
Sponsorship opportunities include: $390 Sponsored Push Notification (Sponsor one of the daily push notifications via the Conference App, available July). $575 Digital Billboard Advertising (Display company ad on digital billboards outside session rooms; artwork by December 1, 2025). $780 Sponsored Marketing Email (Sponsor one of the regular Conference marketing emails sent to 10,000+ ESEA Network account holders, includes company logo, booth number(s), and a short article up to 1,000 characters; artwork and copy due one week prior to release date). $1,250 Full Page Ad in the Conference Guide (Full-page, full-color interior display ad distributed to all in-person attendees; 4 available; artwork by December 1, 2025). $1,675 Inside Back Cover Ad in the Conference Guide (Full-page, full-color ad on the inside back cover; 1 available; artwork by December 1, 2025). Custom sponsorship ideas can be discussed with the Exhibit Team.
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