Elevating Teaching. Transforming Learning.

Three Days. Three Locations. One Shared Vision.

In 2027, PA EDGE is bringing high-quality professional learning directly to you. elevateED27 features three identical, high-impact one-day conferences held on consecutive days across Pennsylvania - making elite professional development more accessible to instructional leaders than ever before.

Call for Proposals

The elevateED27 Call for Proposals opens October 1 and closes November 15. Presenters will identify whether their session aligns with the Teaching or Leading strand and the Nurture, Guide, or Empower domain.

** Please note: Industry partners are encouraged to partner with a Pennsylvania educational entities to submit a proposal.
**Priority will be given to PA EDGE members.**

Submit proposal

Why Attend elevateED27?

Whether you are a classroom teacher, instructional coach, school administrator, or curriculum director, elevateED27 is designed for anyone who leads teaching and learning.

• World-Class Keynote: Featuring Lindsay Prendergast, co-author of Leading Resilient Schools.
• Targeted Breakout Sessions: Practical, actionable strategies you can implement immediately.
• Regional Networking: Connect and collaborate with fellow educational leaders in your area.
• Evidence-Based Framework: Rooted in proven learning principles that drive real student outcomes.

Conference Strands & Focus Areas

This year's programming centers on two powerful strands - Teaching and Leading - grounded in the ISTE+ASCD Transformational Learning Principles (TLPs).

Every session is designed around three interconnected domains:

• Nurture: Building safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where learners and educators thrive.
• Guide: Delivering intentional, evidence-based instruction and leadership that fosters growth.
• Empower: Equipping educators and students with the tools, agency, and confidence to lead their own success.

Find a Location Near You

Choose the date and location that best fits your schedule:

Date	Region / Location	Target Area
Day 1	Western PA	Greater Pittsburgh Area
Day 2	Central PA	Harrisburg / Susquehanna Valley
Day 3	Eastern PA	Greater Philadelphia Area

Note: Registration includes access to all keynote sessions, breakout tracks, networking meals, and post-conference digital resources.