2026 Northeast Region CALL FOR SPEAKERS |
Introduction and Presenter Acceptance
CONFERENCE THEME: Small Resources, Big Impact: Reimagining More with Less celebrates creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness in designing learning environments. This emphasizes that impactful, transformative spaces do not require unlimited budgets — thoughtful planning, collaboration, and imaginative problem-solving can turn limited resources into powerful opportunities for student growth. By challenging traditional assumptions and rethinking how space, materials, and design strategies are used, educators and designers can create environments that inspire learning, foster equity, and maximize potential. Even with modest means, bold ideas and purposeful design can leave a lasting impact on the future of education.
The 2026 Northeast Region conference committee is now accepting submissions for speaking engagements for the in person conference June9-11, Rochester, NY.
Conference Theme:
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
All speakers must be available to speak on all or any of the session days as sessions will be assigned time slots.
All speakers MUST register for the conference. A discount of $75 will be offered to selected speakers for FULL conference registrations (does not apply to daily rates). No compensation will be provided for speaking, expenses, travel, or lodging.
Primary preference will be given to submissions:
Related to the conference theme.
Offer a fresh perspective.
Are relevant and of interest.
Have measurable and achievable learning objectives and call to action.
Proposals that include students, teachers, or administrators.
DEADLINE FOR PROPOSALS: January 31, 2026
Speakers notified on/about: February 28, 2026
Please note the sessions are to be educational in nature. Sales, product, or marketing presentations will not be accepted.
Presenter Acceptance
Each speaker, including all co-speakersagree to the terms below when submitting a presentation.
I will participate in this program and understand my submission indicates my commitment to participate, my permission for A4LE and its agents to use my name and to reproduce and distribute all or selected portions of my presentation in printed, audio video or electronic format. I hereby waive all right of payment for this license.
I further agree to register and pay for the conference and to notify any co-presenters of this same obligation.
I understand that A4LE will provide a projector, screen, and microphone for the room. I further understand that I am required to supply a laptop or device with applicable adapters to run my presentation.
Additional equipment needs must be submitted and will be at my expense. The Association for Learning Environments will make every effort to accommodate special requests; however, we do not guarantee it. I also understand there is a charge for a room change, additional equipment and that if I change the room from the original set up the charge will be at my personal expense.
PRESENTATIONS: Presentations for posting to the website for attendees are due 2 weeks prior to the event in a PDF format totaling no more than 10 MG. Anything received after the deadline will be posted as quickly as possible post event.
Conference Theme:
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
All speakers must be available to speak on all or any of the session days as sessions will be assigned time slots.
All speakers MUST register for the conference. A discount of $75 will be offered to selected speakers for FULL conference registrations (does not apply to daily rates). No compensation will be provided for speaking, expenses, travel, or lodging.
Primary preference will be given to submissions:
Related to the conference theme.
Offer a fresh perspective.
Are relevant and of interest.
Have measurable and achievable learning objectives and call to action.
Proposals that include students, teachers, or administrators.
DEADLINE FOR PROPOSALS: January 31, 2026
Speakers notified on/about: February 28, 2026
Please note the sessions are to be educational in nature. Sales, product, or marketing presentations will not be accepted.
Presenter Acceptance
Each speaker, including all co-speakersagree to the terms below when submitting a presentation.
I will participate in this program and understand my submission indicates my commitment to participate, my permission for A4LE and its agents to use my name and to reproduce and distribute all or selected portions of my presentation in printed, audio video or electronic format. I hereby waive all right of payment for this license.
I further agree to register and pay for the conference and to notify any co-presenters of this same obligation.
I understand that A4LE will provide a projector, screen, and microphone for the room. I further understand that I am required to supply a laptop or device with applicable adapters to run my presentation.
Additional equipment needs must be submitted and will be at my expense. The Association for Learning Environments will make every effort to accommodate special requests; however, we do not guarantee it. I also understand there is a charge for a room change, additional equipment and that if I change the room from the original set up the charge will be at my personal expense.
PRESENTATIONS: Presentations for posting to the website for attendees are due 2 weeks prior to the event in a PDF format totaling no more than 10 MG. Anything received after the deadline will be posted as quickly as possible post event.
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