State of the Student Conference

Join community members, educators, policymakers, advocates, and students from across the state as we gather to build knowledge, inspire solutions, and fuel action to address some of the most pertinent issues impacting children and youth in Connecticut.

Throughout the Conference, attendees will have access to interactive workshops, panel discussions, moderated Q&As, and keynote sessions focused on the fight for equitable funding, access, and opportunities for all students.

Conference sessions will cover an array of topics, including:

• Federal education funding and policy changes
• Engaging students in and out of the classroom
• Multilingual learner education and language access
• Special education funding and services
• Connecting the classroom to the community
• Student nutrition and school meal programs
• Housing access and the impact to education
• District innovation and the future of teaching
• State funding and local budgets
  AND MORE!

Register TODAY and don't miss out on this exciting event!

In 2025, the inaugural State of the Student Conference SOLD OUT and over 90% of attendees said they would attend again and recommend the Conference to someone else!

In 2025, the inaugural State of the Student Conference attracted over 100 attendees and featured eight sessions and more than 30 speakers. Over 90% of attendees surveyed said they found the Conference informative, would attend again, and would recommend the Conference to someone else.

You can help ensure the State of the Student Conference continues to be a success by being one of our 2026 Conference sponsors

As a sponsor, your generous contribution ensures the Conference remains free and accessible for all attendees and is an event that drives conversations, fosters collaboration, and sparks action.

Sponsorship tiers range from $250 to $5,000 with each offering a variety of benefits and publicity opportunities.

To see how you can support the State of the Student Conference, click here to download the Conference sponsorship packet.

For questions about Conference sponsorship opportunities, or to customize your sponsorship experience, email us at [email protected].

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Wesleyan University, 45 Wyllys Avenue, Middletown, United States