May 11-13, 2026

Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver

Denver, Colorado

District Leaders Connect

These events are crafted to provide opportunities for growth, networking, and professional development.

People at the Center: Leadership, Culture, Talent & Innovation

What is District Leaders Connect?

District Leaders Connect is an interactive summit designed for K-12 district leaders to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and explore innovative solutions. Through expert-led discussions and peer collaboration, attendees will gain actionable strategies to enhance emotional wellness and strengthen their school communities.

Who Can Attend?

District leaders, including but not limited to superintendents, deputy superintendents, CAOs, CIOs, CTOs, curriculum directors, and HR directors.

What is covered?

1 complimentary registration with up to $500 flight reimbursement and 2 nights' hotel stay per district.

Venue:

Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver

Save Your Spot Here

Sunday, May 11, 2026

12 PM - 2 PM

Registration

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

District Leader Mandatory Meeting, Partner Prep Mandatory Meeting, Speaker Check-In

2:00 PM - 2:10 PM

IEI Introduction

2:10 PM- 2:30 PM

Ice Breaker

2:40 PM - 3:05 PM

2-minute Drill

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Panel

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Keynote

6:30 PM

Dinner

Monday, May 12, 2026

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Breakfast

8:45 AM - 8:50 AM

Welcome

8:50 AM - 9:20 AM

IEI: Advise

9:25 AM - 9:55 AM

Session

10:05 AM - 10:35 AM

Session

10:40 AM - 11:10 AM

Session

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

Session

12:00 AM - 12:55 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM - 3:15 PM

1:1 Meetings

4 Rounds

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Keynote

4:30

Key Moments and Insights

6:00

Network Reception and Dinner

Tuesday, May 13, 2026

8:00 AM - 8:55 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM - 9:10 AM

Welcome Back Reflections

9:15 AM - 10:30 AM

1:1 Meetings

3 sessions

10:40-11:40

Mentoring Sessions

11:50 PM - 12:00 PM

Closing & Takeaways

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