Events

Founded to bridge and build the fields of early learning and children’s media, the Fred Forward Conference brings together researchers, technologists, media creators, educators, and advocates, to explore current and emerging issues impacting the healthy development of children birth to age 8. The goals of the Fred Forward Symposium are to provide a forum to empower parents and engage families as positive media mentors, share in developing and disseminating messages to improve outcomes for children and families, encourage participants to…

Scratch Day is a global network of events where people gather to celebrate Scratch, the free coding platform and online community for kids. Scratch Day events bring together young people from the Scratch community to share projects, learn from each other, and welcome newcomers. This year’s celebration is during the month of May. Look for a Scratch Day in your community, or organize your own! Learn More

This event is open to the public. Through powerful presentations from prominent and emerging leaders, SXSWedu explores a diverse range of topics that impact the future of how we teach, learn and grow. Keynotes kick off each day of programming, while featured sessions headline each hour of the conference day and the closing program completes the event with a single stage lineup of dynamic voices. Learn more about the speakers already confirmed for March by clicking on their photo or…

This event is open to the public. The 2017 conference will focus on 7 major themes: Common Core Standards and Assessments Superintendent/School Board Relationships Personalizing Education Leadership Instructional Leadership Innovative Technology Healthy School Environments Learn More

This event is open to the public. BSH provides vital professional development opportunities for educators and leaders working with students of all ages, across the learning day, all across America. Get big ideas for immediate results. Take home skills, tools, and a renewed passion for improving learning outcomes for young people across the entire day, through: Hands-on workshops and pre-conferences led by national experts Motivating keynote presentations and panel discussions Powerful networking opportunities and celebrations Fascinating educational excursions Premium exhibits…

This event is open to the public. Kidscreen Summit is renowned as the kids entertainment industry’s most important annual event. In 2016, the conference welcomed nearly 1,800 attendees from more than 50 countries. Top executives attend Kidscreen Summit to take advantage of the year’s best business networking, and to engage in critical dialogue on issues that affect the industry. Learn More

This event is open to the public.  Join an unparalleled group of sports, health, fitness, media, entertainment, education, technology and non-profit leaders to explore Innovation and Impact in Kids & Family Sports, Fitness and Health. Our candid discussions will cover the latest global trends, opportunities and best practices for designing, developing and monetizing cross-platform products, programs and experiences for kids, families and educators. In true Sandbox style, our mix of dynamic presentations, panels, workshops and networking events promise to deliver…

This event is open to the public. FETC is the largest national, independent education technology conference, delivering strategies and best practices for student success and school-wide advancement. Learn More