About this Event
🌟 2026 UAEA Annual Conference
📅 March 20, 2026
📍 Nebo School District Summit Center
The 2026 UAEA Annual Conference brings together passionate educators, administrators, counselors, and advocates who believe that alternative education changes lives. This energizing one-day conference is designed to celebrate what’s working, tackle real-world challenges, and share bold ideas that help us better serve students who learn differently.
Expect inspiring keynote sessions, practical breakouts, and meaningful conversations led by educators who are in the work every day. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies, renewed motivation, and a stronger network of colleagues who understand the unique rewards and complexities of alternative education.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this conference is your space to learn, connect, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible for students, families, and schools across Utah.
✨ One powerful day. One supportive community. Endless impact.
Get registered now for the 2026 UAEA Annual Conference.
Tentative Conf Schedule
🕑: 08:15 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration, Breakfast, & Networking Opportunity
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AM
Introductions, Housekeeping, Veteran Pledge, and Elections
🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Opening Keynote – Dr. Joelle Hood
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Housekeeping, Session Surveys, Lunch Etiquette, and School Map
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:05 AM
Breakout Session 1
🕑: 12:05 PM - 01:00 PM
LUNCH & Networking Opportunity
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM
Breakout Session 2
🕑: 02:05 PM - 02:55 PM
Breakout Session 3
🕑: 03:10 PM - 03:45 PM
Closing session – Thank You Recognition, Election Results, PRIZES
Conference Breakout Sessions
Info: Conference Breakout Session Schedule and Descriptions are now available on our website
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Nebo School District Summit Center, 165 South 700 East, Springville, United States
USD 100.00
