Conference Format

You spoke, we listened!

We're excited to offer our most flexible conference yet with both in-person and virtual participation options!

Click HERE to view the in-person kickoff schedule.

This year we're offering two options to engage in the conference:

Flexible on-demand learning – We’re keeping the convenience of our virtual, on-demand format.

All registrants will have access to a library of more than 15 pre-recorded, on-demand sessions.
View these at your own pace and on your own schedule from Nov. 6, 2025 – Jan. 16, 2026.
Keynotes are available to watch via livestream and on demand (within ~2 weeks after the presentation).

New! In-person kickoff – Let’s come together for some exciting live elements as we kick off the conference on Thursday, Nov. 6 and Friday, Nov. 7. This live kickoff offers additional, optional in-person collaboration for those interested. Attendees may choose to attend one or both days for no additional cost. The in-person sessions include:

Watch the virtual keynote sessions with colleagues in a classroom style environment.
In-person networking opportunities throughout each day.
Edcamp sessions offer a deeper dive on topics meaningful to you. Each day, attendees will determine the subjects to discuss.
Multiple breakout sessions provide in-depth discussion and collaboration opportunities.
Vendor fair showcasing tools to help you serve your students.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, as well as beverages and snacks.
In addition, all registrants will have access to the full on-demand learning library. View these at your own pace and on your own schedule from Nov. 6, 2025 – Jan. 16, 2026.
Only 100 seats for the in-person kickoff each day!

Kick-Off Location

CESA 1 is hosting the in-person kickoff on Nov. 6 and Nov. 7. CESA 1 is located at N25 W23131 Paul Rd, Pewaukee, WI 53072.

Hotel

Attending our kickoff sessions in person? A block of rooms has been reserved at the Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Brookfield at Poplar Creek located at 20300 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI 53045.

Rates: Book by Oct. 6 to get the discounted rate of $134/night for a Standard Double Queen or a Standard King.

Hotel check-in time: 4:00 p.m.

Hotel check-out time: 11:00 a.m.

To Reserve a Room: Go directly to the hotel website HERE!

*Please note, to claim a tax exemption on the room reservation, you must provide appropriate documentation to the hotel before October 22, 2025.

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