Opening Keynote for the 2026 National Summit
“Great education policy is forged through collaboration, conversation and a shared conviction that every student deserves the chance to succeed. ExcelinEd’s National Summit on Education is where state leaders, policymakers and education experts come together from every corner of the country to identify solutions that move our students, schools and states forward.”
Gov. Jeb Bush, Founder and Chairman of ExcelinEd
Thursday Lunch Keynote
2025 PISA Results: Global Insights to Spark State Action
Thursday General Session
Soundtracks: Overcome Overthinking to Inspire Change
Friday Morning Keynote
Boys Adrift: Finding a Path to Purpose, Belonging and Opportunity
Friday Morning Keynote
Boys Adrift: Finding a Path to Purpose, Belonging and Opportunity
Friday Closing Keynote
How to Thrive in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
SCHEDULE
School Field Trips hosted by Stand Together Trust (sign up for the interest list)
Early Registration Check-In Open
Welcome Reception Sponsored by LearningSpring (click to learn more)
Sponsored Roundtables
Registration Opens
Networking Breakfast
Opening Breakfast Keynote Session with Governor Jeb Bush
Strategy Sessions I-IV
Strategy Sessions V-VIII
Lunch Keynote Session: Andreas Schleicher
Strategy Session IX-XII
General Session Keynote: Jon Acuff
Sponsored Roundtables
Registration Opens
Networking Breakfast
Breakfast Keynote Session: Jonathan Haidt & Richard Reeves
Strategy Sessions XIII-XVI
Closing Lunch Keynote Session: David Brooks
Location
The National Summit will take place December 2-4, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC (901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, D.C.).
The hotel block is now full; we apologize for any inconvenience. Please explore these nearby hotels for alternative lodging options that are within walking distance of the 2026 National Summit:
Want to Attend?
The 2026 National Summit is at capacity, and registration has been closed. Check back next year for the 2027 National Summit!