MDE Back to School Conference 2026
Organized by Minnesota Department of Education
The MDE Back to School Conference 2026 is an annual gathering designed to energize and equip K-12 district leadership teams, educators, administrators, and education lead...
- Dates
- Aug 4, 2026
- Location
- Brooklyn Park, MN
- Deadline
- Jun 28, 2026
- Attendees
- 300
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About this conference
The MDE Back to School Conference 2026 is an annual gathering designed to energize and equip K-12 district leadership teams, educators, administrators, and education leaders from across Minnesota for the upcoming school year. Attendees will engage in timely breakout sessions, receive crucial legislative and policy updates, and hear directly from state education leaders regarding priorities and expectations. The conference fosters learning, collaboration, and networking opportunities to share best practices and explore innovative strategies for enhancing student learning and school improvement. It serves as a vital resource for those committed to fostering excellence in education and setting a strong, strategic tone for the new academic year.
Sponsorship options
The MASA 2026-27 sponsorship program offers various opportunities to support education leadership in Minnesota and gain brand visibility among superintendents and district-level administration leaders. Opportunities include: Keynote Speaker Sponsorship ($5,000), MASA Board Dinner ($3,500), Women's Leadership Reception ($2,000), Fall Conference Welcome Reception ($1,500 - $2,500), Fall Conference Awards Session ($1,500 - $2,500), Refreshment & Dessert Breaks ($1,000), and other year-long options like Advanced Leadership Academy ($15,000), Website Advertising ($750), Award Sponsorships ($2,500+), Henton Headlines/Executive Director Blog ($3,000/Quarter), National Conference Event Sponsorships (Board Dinner at AASA NCE, Minnesota State Breakfast at AASA NCE), and Lanyards & Name Tags ($5,500 for fall and spring conferences).
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