Frequently Asked Questions

What's for lunch?!

• Hello fellow foodie! Jason's Deli will be serving boxed lunches. You can choose from turkey on croissant, ham on wheat or a veggie wrap. We'll also have assorted sodas and bottled water.

When and where is the conference? When can I start arriving?

• The conference will be held at the UL Lafayette Student Union (620 McKinley Street Lafayette LA 70503). It will be held on Saturday November 7th, 2026. You may begin arriving to check in at 8:00 AM. The conference will run from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. 

Where should I plan to park?

• The Girard park parking tower on UL Lafayette's campus at: 138 Girard Park Circle, Lafayette, LA 70503

• We'll have a school bus shuttle to bring you from the parking garage to the union if you'd like! 

• Lumos Coffe Co will also have a coffee cart set up at the shuttle stop if you'd like to purchase a beverage.

Do I need to print my ticket?

• Nope! Just say your name at the sign in table when you walk in to the union and we will check you in. 

I can't attend the conference! Can I still get my tshirt or have a friend grab it for me?

• Sorry, no. Tshirts are only available for pickup on the day of the conference in person. 

How do I access the Wifi?

• Join the GeauxGuest Wifi. You'll need to register with your name, phone number, and email. It will give you a log in to access the Wifi that is good for 24 hours! 

What should I wear?

• Wear whatever you are comfortable in! We'd Love to see some of your favorite teacher tees! You will also receive your Teach Out Loud t-shirt upon signing in, so feel free to throw that on if you'd like to wear it for the day. 

What can I expect from the conference?

• You can expect a day of inspiration, motivation, and connection with other educators and education supporters. Attendees will enjoy two inspiring keynotes, as well as four breakout sessions of your choice. You will receive lunch, a t-shirt, and other opportunities such as a photobooth, the opportunity to speak with exhibitors who have great opportunities for you, and even a chance to purchase teacher t-shirts of your choice. 

If I signed my child up for the kids camp, what should I expect? Where do I drop off?

• If your child is registered for our STEM camp, you can expect them to have a FUN day of learning- including hands on robotics and STEM experiences and excursions on UL's campus, provided by future teachers in the College of Education and Human Development and led by our Teach Out Loud team member and UL professor, Dr. Doug Williams. Lunch from Raising Canes will be provided! Drop off will be in the Teche Room at the UL Student Union at 8:15 AM and pickup will be at the same location, directly after the conference. Camp will be held at the UL Learning Lab on Cajun Dome Blvd. Students will be taking a school bus there and back to the union for pickup.

How can I stay connected with this community after the conference is over?

• Please like and follow our social media accounts! We are on Facebook and Instagram. We also encourage you to join our Teach Out Loud Community Facebook group, which can stay active all year long if you'd like to stay connected, ask questions, receive support, etc.