The Workshop 2026 call for program proposals is NOW OPEN! Make an impact by submitting a program proposal today. This is your opportunity to present a training session to New Jersey public school leaders. Give Workshop participants a reason to attend your program by proposing a compelling topic and session.

Workshop 2026 will take place from Monday, Oct. 19, through Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Atlantic City Convention Center.

Make your proposal stand out:

  • Share boldly: Do not just present, share innovative ideas and information that may push the boundaries of current practice and knowledge. 
  • Inspire: Empower fellow educational leaders to explore new strategies and ideas for solving challenges. 
  • Engage: Encourage active participation and model best practices. 
  • Co-present: Choose co-presenters from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 
  • Focus on all students: Recognize the importance of expanding opportunities and access to meet the needs of all learners. 

Session types include:

  • Group Sessions are 60 minutes. Sessions will be set in theater style to their maximum seating capacity (100-250 attendees). Design your program to allow for Q&A and provide opportunities for engagement as appropriate for a lecture-style presentation.  
  • Action Labs are 90 minutes. Rooms are set with round tables to facilitate discussion and collaboration. The rooms are limited to 48-60 attendees. To be considered, the session must include group activities that support learning to engage participants. 

The submission deadline is Friday, March 27, 2026 by midnight EST. Acceptance emails will be sent out mid-summer. All program submissions will be reviewed. Submissions from New Jersey school districts are preferred.

For more information on how to present your proposal and to submit an application, please click here.

NOTE: Only current school administrators, school board members, district staff, and gold and platinum sponsors will be considered for sessions. Submissions from districts collaborating with non-sponsoring companies will be rejected. Non-profit submissions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.