Conference Promotion Kit

The materials on this page are designed for easy use and sharing to promote Learning Forward's Annual Conference. Thank you for helping us build a great conference. We look forward to seeing you in December!

What: Learning Forward's 2026 Annual Conference

Theme: Unite for Learning

When: December 6-9, 2026

Early Bird Deadline: July 7 (save up to $720)

Where: Dallas, TX

URL: https://conference.lf.wphlab.com/

Hashtag: #learnfwd26

Unique Features: 270+ sessions; ticketed seating system; evidence-based foundations; and no exhibit hall so we can focus on the learning, networking, and collaborations.

Enhanced promotion techniques and calendar

We have created an advanced promotion guide and timeline to help you maximize your promotion of your session at Learning Forward's Annual Conference or any conference. Use this guide to strategically build awareness, establish thought leadership, and create lasting professional connections that extend far beyond the event itself.

Social Media

Use #learnfwd26 in all of your conference social media.

Ready-to-Share Social Media Posts

Text description

Copy and paste into newsletters, emails, etc.

For more than 50 years, Learning Forward has helped education leaders turn professional learning into better outcomes for teachers and students. Each year, thousands of educators gather at THE Learning Conference to share proven strategies, tackle common challenges, and learn from one another.

This year's theme, Unite for Learning, brings together educators who know the collective strength of professional learning. Four days of collaborative sessions, vetted for research-based impact; structured networking; and shared problem-solving. Every moment is planned for maximum time for learning and connection.

Over four days, you'll experience:

- Research-based sessions focused on real-world application
- Practical strategies you can bring back to your school or district
- Opportunities to connect with educators facing the same challenges you are
- A community committed to strengthening professional learning, leadership, and student success

Whether you're leading professional learning, supporting teachers, developing leaders, or driving district improvement, you'll leave with ideas, resources, and relationships that continue long after the conference ends.

See what awaits your team: conference.lf.wphlab.com

Why Learning Forward's Conference is Different

Evidence-based focus: Every session demonstrates research-based strategies to improve student outcomes.
Deep learning model: Interactive sessions that go beyond surface-level sharing.
Standards alignment: All content aligns with the Standards for Professional Learning.
Guaranteed seating: Ticketed system ensures you get into the sessions you want.
No exhibit hall distractions: More time for meaningful learning, networking, and connecting.
Various roles and perspectives: Inclusive environment where all voices are valued.

Badges

Use these badges in your social media, digital profiles, and email signatures to show others how you stay on the cutting edge of the learning profession.

Available Badge Types:

Academy (Photo ready) || Affiliate (Photo ready) || Attendee (Photo ready) ||

Blank (Photo ready) || Host Committee (Photo ready) || Learning Professional (Photo ready) ||

Member (Photo ready) || Presenters (Photo ready) || Proposal Reviewers (Photo ready) ||

Session host (Photo ready) || Sponsor (Photo ready) || Volunteer (Photo ready) ||

Click to view and download.

How to Use Digital Badges:

Add to social media profiles or header images
Include in email signatures
Add to your website
Include in conference-related social media posts

Conference Preview

Justify Your Attendance kit

In this kit you will find talking points, a sample letter, supporting data, and more to support your request for funding approval.

Zoom background

Use this fun background in your video calls. Click the image below to see and download the full-size version.

Promotional videos

Digital graphics

Click on these images to see full-size graphics to be used on your website and in emails. Please hyperlink each image to the Annual Conference landing page (https://conference.lf.wphlab.com):