2026 NASDSE Conference

The NASDSE Annual Conference is the premier opportunity for State Directors and SEA Staff to come together, network, connect, learn and grow alongside your peers. The conference draws over 300 participants from State Education Agencies who are committed to ensuring systems are in place to ensure children with disabilities will live, learn, work and participate in their communities. The Annual Conference combines formal breakouts, stellar keynotes, and plenty of time for informal discussions with colleagues around the country. Conference participants will have an opportunity to discuss federal policies and their implementation at the state and local levels. Finally, several premier partners join the conference to share resources and products to support your work. It is a special gathering place because state special education directors have limited opportunities to gather and learn as directly from each other as they can at the NASDSE conference. Newly added meetings for data managers and early childhood state leaders provide additional opportunities for key conversations. Critical to their discussions is the participation of key U.S. Department of Education staff and technical assistance providers.