Bold Paths.
Bright Futures.
Designing Pathways from
Kindergarten to Career
Because the success of tomorrow starts with the bold choices we make today.
The 2026 Bold by Choice Summit brings together educators, families, employers, and community leaders to reimagine what students need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Students’ futures depend on the connection between K–12, higher education, and the workforce. This Summit is where those worlds come together to create real choices, real pathways, and real opportunity.
More than a conference, it’s a working space for leaders committed to building bold paths and brighter futures for every student.
Early Bird Rate: $350
Closes March 20, 2026
General Rate: $450
March 20 - April 17
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Speak at the Event!
Share your bold work at Bold Summit 2026! We're looking for visionary educators, employers, policymakers, innovators, researchers, and community partners to lead these important conversations for the future of learning and workforce development.
Submission Deadline: February 15, 2026
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We look forward to partnering with you to create meaningful, lasting change in education. Add your solutions to the conversation as we bring together the people who shape talent pathways in communities across the country.
Schedule
Wednesday, April 22
6:00 - 8:00 P.M. Â Welcome Reception
Thursday, April 23
9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.  Sessions & Workshops
6:00 - 10:00 P.M. Â Bold By Choice Gala
Friday, April 24
8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.  School Tours
(Additional Ticket Needed)
The Venue
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Who Should Attend?
- K–12 leaders from all school types: Charter, district, innovation, magnet, private, and faith-based schools, as well as school and network leaders, principals, deans, counselorsÂ
- Authorizers and system leaders: Charter authorizers, central office leaders, SEA/LEA leadersÂ
- Boards and governance teams: Board members, trustees, network and system boardsÂ
- Business & industry partners: Healthcare systems, manufacturing and advanced manufacturing, STEM and tech companies, skilled trades, construction, and logistics, aviation, automotive, hospitality, and moreÂ
- Higher education & training partners: Community colleges, four-year institutions, apprenticeship and credential providersÂ
- Community, parent, and youth organizationsÂ
If you are asking, “How do we build a stronger bridge from school to what’s next?” — you belong at the Bold By Choice Summit.Â
What You’ll Gain
Bold Summit is intentionally built to:Â
- Inspire and refuel leaders across K–12, business, and higher edÂ
- Connect K–12 learning with real postsecondary opportunities: degrees, credentials, apprenticeships, high-wage jobs, and meaningful workÂ
- Break down silos between schools, industry, and community so students aren’t left to navigate aloneÂ
- Spark partnerships that turn ideas into new programs, pathways, and opportunities in local communitiesÂ
You’ll leave feeling:Â
- Inspired by what’s already possible in schools and workplacesÂ
- Practical and equipped, with models, tools, and partnerships you can bring homeÂ
- Connected, with new collaborators from classrooms, board rooms, campuses, and shop floorsÂ
Ready to Join Us?
Don’t miss this transformative event that will redefine how we measure school success. Reserve Your Spot Today!
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