Presenters

A.J. Juliani

A.J. Juliani is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of 'Adaptable,' instructor at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, and former Director of Learning and Innovation for Centennial School District. He is the founder of Adaptable Learning (INC 5000 in 2021) and has worked with over 100 organisations, schools, and events on innovation and engagement in education.

Accelerate Learning STEMscopes Training Team

Accelerate Learning is the company behind STEMscopes, a leading K-12 STEM curriculum platform serving over 9 million students and 750,000 teachers nationwide. Their professional development is delivered by experienced practitioners in partnership with the National Institute for STEM Education (NISE).

ACECQA

The Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) is the national authority responsible for guiding the implementation of the National Quality Framework for early childhood education and care across Australia. ACECQA provides resources, guidance, and quality assurance to support high-quality outcomes for children.

ACT Education Directorate Professional Learning Team

The ACT Education Directorate is the government body responsible for public education in the Australian Capital Territory, supporting over 90 public schools across Canberra. The Directorate's People Capability team designs and delivers professional learning aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

ACTFL

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) is the national association for language education professionals, representing teachers, administrators, and researchers across all languages and levels of instruction. ACTFL sets standards for language learning and recognises excellence through its awards programme.

ACTFL DEI Committee Facilitators

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) is the national association for language education professionals in the United States. Founded in 1967, ACTFL provides leadership and support for world language educators through professional development, advocacy, research, and the development of proficiency standards used worldwide.

ACTFL Disabled Educators Affinity Group facilitators

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) is the premier membership association for language professionals in the United States, representing more than 11,000 educators at all levels of instruction. ACTFL is dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching and learning of all languages.

ACTFL presenter(s)

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) is the national association for language educators in the United States, serving over 13,000 members. Founded in 1967, ACTFL sets professional standards for world language education, publishes research, and provides professional development through its annual convention, webinars, and publications.

Activate Learning Facilitators

Activate Learning is a curriculum development organisation specialising in inquiry-based, NGSS-aligned science programs for K–8 classrooms. Their flagship products include PRIME Science for elementary grades and IQWST for middle school, both built around three-dimensional learning and real-world phenomena.

Activate Learning representatives

Activate Learning partners with K-12 schools to deliver investigation-centred, NGSS-aligned science curriculum including OpenSciEd (All-Green EdReports rating), IQWST, and EarthComm. They provide digital tools, hands-on kits, and comprehensive implementation support, having helped thousands of teachers globally transition to three-dimensional science instruction.

Adam Kruger and Scott Rumble

Adam Kruger is Assistant Principal at Lyndhurst Secondary College (formerly Head of Mathematics at Wesley College, Glen Waverley) and Scott Rumble is Assistant Principal at Clyde Secondary College. Both have served as Directors of the Casey and Cardinia Mathematics Network and are developers of the STAR methodology for classroom change. They are co-authoring 'Teach Like a STAR.'

Advance CTE staff and state CTE leaders

Advance CTE is the longest-standing national non-profit that supports state CTE leaders and advances high-quality Career and Technical Education across the United States. The organisation provides professional development, policy analysis, and technical assistance to state CTE directors and their teams.

ALEA

The Australian Literacy Educators' Association (ALEA) is Australia's leading professional association for literacy educators, founded in 1975 (originally as the Australian Reading Association). ALEA supports literacy education through professional development, publications, research dissemination, and advocacy at the national level.

Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) faculty and invited presenters

The Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) at the University of Notre Dame is a nationally recognised program that supports Catholic schools through teacher preparation, school leadership development, and professional learning initiatives. BLiCSS is one of ACE's flagship events, now in its ninth year of bringing together Catholic education leaders to advance blended learning practices.

Alliance Française presenter

The Alliance Française is a global network founded in 1883 dedicated to promoting French language and culture. With branches in over 130 countries, it is the world's largest network of French language and cultural centres, offering language courses, cultural events, and educational programming.

Allison Perryman

Allison Perryman is a world language educator and professional development presenter specialising in culturally responsive language instruction. She is known for helping teachers move beyond superficial cultural activities to build meaningful intercultural competence in their students.

Allison Wienhold

Allison Wienhold is a former secondary Spanish teacher with a decade of classroom experience in Iowa. She is a keynote speaker at MALT and CIIA, has presented at over a dozen virtual conferences, and runs SrtaSpanish.com providing curriculum, lesson plans, and PD for world language educators.

Allison Wienhold and guest presenters

Allison Wienhold is the founder of Mis Clases Locas and a veteran secondary Spanish teacher with over a decade of classroom experience. She has served as keynote speaker at MALT and CIIA, and as an invited presenter at TFLTA. Her resources and professional development reach world language teachers internationally.

Amanda Ensor and Kate Pechacek

Amanda Ensor is Senior Content & Learning Manager at TalkingPoints with 20+ years in public education and recognition as 2013 Queen Anne's County Teacher of the Year. Kate Pechacek is a K–12 Strategic Advisor with nearly 30 years in education, including roles as Head of Impact at TalkingPoints and founder of OpendoorsEd.

Amanda Partida and HMH Professional Services team

Amanda Partida is a Lead Instructional Designer at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH), a leading provider of K-12 core curriculum, supplemental and intervention solutions, and professional learning services. HMH partners with educators and school districts across the United States to support effective instruction and student outcomes.

Ambition Institute facilitators and programme leaders

Ambition Institute is a UK-based education charity that provides evidence-informed professional development for teachers and school leaders. They are accredited by the Department for Education to deliver National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) across multiple leadership levels, including the mandatory NPQ for SENCOs.

Amie Burkholder

Amie Burkholder is a literacy specialist and presenter with Voyager Sopris Learning, focused on evidence-based phonics and reading instruction strategies.

Angele Hodges, Lindy Hockenbary

Angele Hodges is an Academic Solutions Advisor for Varsity Tutors with 20+ years of educational leadership experience, including roles as principal, assistant principal, and dean of instruction. She holds a master's from UT Arlington and completed the Harvard University Leadership Institute. Lindy Hockenbary ('LindyHoc') bridges education and technology, authored A Teacher's Guide to Online Learning, and was named a 2025 ASU+GSV Women in AI honoree.

AOSA presenters

The American Orff-Schulwerk Association (AOSA) is a professional organisation serving over 4,000 music educators who champion active, creative music and movement education. The Orff Schulwerk approach, developed by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman, emphasises student-centred, participatory music-making through singing, playing instruments, movement, and improvisation.

Aphra

Aphra is an educator with 17 years of experience teaching Indonesian and Art across P–12 settings, with additional qualifications including a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Deakin University, 2024) and Honours in Psychology (Federation University, 2025). She is a fluent Indonesian speaker with teaching experience in Australia, France, Papua New Guinea, and Malaysia.

Ashley Marlow and Chris Singleton

Ashley Marlow and Chris Singleton are educators with the All Learners Network, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to ensuring that all students achieve mathematical proficiency. They specialise in multi-tiered systems of support for mathematics and the integration of technology tools to enhance instructional planning.

Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is one of the world's leading autism advocacy organisations, dedicated to promoting solutions across the spectrum and throughout the lifespan for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. Their education resources are developed in collaboration with autism researchers and practitioners.

BER expert presenters

The Bureau of Education & Research (BER) has been the leading provider of professional development for K-12 educators since 1976, sponsoring PD seminars, conferences, and Train-the-Trainer programs across the United States and Canada. Founded by educators, BER is known for practical, expert-led professional learning.

Berry Street Education Model facilitators

Berry Street is one of Australia's largest independent child and family services organisations, with over 140 years of experience supporting vulnerable children and families. The Berry Street Education Model was developed by their education team in collaboration with researchers to translate trauma-informed practice into practical classroom strategies.

Berry Street Education Model Team

Berry Street is one of Australia's largest independent child and family services organisation, and the Berry Street Education Model (BSEM) is their flagship professional development program. Built on advances in neuroscience, trauma-informed education, wellbeing science, and positive education, BSEM has trained over 92,000 educators nationally.

Book Creator PD Team

Book Creator is a leading digital content creation platform for education, enabling students and teachers to create multimedia books across all subjects and year levels. Trusted by millions worldwide, the platform emphasises accessibility, student voice, and UDL-aligned design.

Caitlin Bigsby

Caitlin Bigsby is Director of Solutions Marketing at CYPHER Learning, with deep experience across HR, LMS administration, and AI-powered learning solutions.

Canadian Geographic Education team and RCGS experts

Canadian Geographic Education is the education program of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS), dedicated to supporting teachers and school-based professionals in increasing Canada's geographic literacy. The organisation provides hands-on lesson plans, experiential learning activities, and professional development resources that include Indigenous perspectives.

Carla Tantillo-Philibert

Carla Tantillo-Philibert is the founder of Mindful Practices and co-founder of Class Catalyst. With 20+ years in education and professional development, she is a recognised expert on SEL, mindfulness, and trauma-informed practices. She is the author of the 'Everyday SEL' book series (Routledge) covering all school levels, and her team has served thousands of students and teachers since 2006.

Carol Ann Tomlinson

Carol Ann Tomlinson is the William Clay Parrish Jr. Professor Emeritus at the University of Virginia, Virginia's 1974 Teacher of the Year, and the educator who coined the term 'differentiated instruction.' She has authored over 300 publications and delivered more than 700 presentations worldwide on differentiation, curriculum design, and formative assessment.

CATDC master teachers and guest presenters

The California Teacher Development Collaborative (CATDC) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing high-quality professional development for educators in California's independent schools. CATDC offers workshops, institutes, and collaborative learning opportunities designed to strengthen teaching practice across all grade levels.

Center for Black Educator Development team

The Center for Black Educator Development (CBED), launched in 2019, is a non-profit organisation dedicated to rebuilding the Black teacher pipeline to achieve educational equity and racial justice. CBED provides professional development, runs educator preparation programmes, and partners with districts and universities to support diverse, culturally responsive teaching practices.

CES professional development facilitators

The Collaborative for Educational Services is an educational collaborative based in Northampton, Massachusetts, serving school districts across the region since 1974. CES provides professional development, direct student services, and consulting in areas including special education, gifted education, English learner support, and school leadership.

Chase Mielke

Veteran teacher and instructional coach, Michigan Teacher of the Year nominee, ASCD columnist, and best-selling author. His viral blog 'What Students Really Need to Hear' has reached millions globally.

Cheryl Abla

Cheryl Abla is an author, educator, and student-engagement specialist who coaches K-12 teachers and school leaders on effective instructional strategies, problem-based learning, classroom technology, and supporting second-language learners. She is co-author of *Tools for Classroom Instruction That Works* (with Harvey Silver), which won the 2019 Learning Magazine Teachers' Choice Award for Professional Development.

Corey Murray and RocketPD thought leaders

Corey Murray is co-founder of RocketPD and a former education journalist and K–12 content marketing executive. He works with a roster of education thought leaders to design impactful professional development experiences for school and district leaders across the United States.

Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) accreditation team

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organisation dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and gifts and talents. CEC sets professional standards, provides professional development, and advocates for policies that support exceptional learners and the educators who serve them.

Critical Agendas

Critical Agendas is a professional development provider specialising in timely, practice-focused workshops that address the most pressing challenges facing educators. Their sessions are designed to bridge the gap between emerging research and classroom reality, equipping teachers with actionable strategies they can implement immediately.

Critical Agendas Presenters

Critical Agendas is an Australian professional development provider that delivers well-researched, practical workshops and conferences for educators. They are known for their professionally curated events that receive strong reviews from attendees for their honesty, relevance, and research-grounded approach.

CST conference presenters and SEND specialists

The Confederation of School Trusts (CST) is the national organisation representing school trusts (multi-academy trusts and single-academy trusts) in England. CST provides professional development, policy advocacy, and networking opportunities for trust leaders, including a dedicated SEND and Inclusion professional community.

CTE Learn instructional team

CTE Learn is a professional development platform operated by the National Center for Career and Technical Education, providing online courses specifically designed for CTE educators. The platform partners with industry experts and education specialists to deliver content aligned with national CTE standards.

Curriculum Associates and WVCTM presenters including Chris Luzniak

Curriculum Associates is a leading educational publisher providing research-based assessment and instruction solutions including i-Ready and Ready Mathematics. Chris Luzniak is the author of 'Up for Debate' and host of the Debate Math podcast, bringing innovative approaches to mathematical discourse.

Curriculum Associates professional learning team

Curriculum Associates develops i-Ready, one of the most widely used adaptive assessment and instruction platforms in U.S. schools. The San Bernardino County Office of Education partners with Curriculum Associates to provide localised professional learning for county educators.

Curriculum Associates representatives

Curriculum Associates is a leading education technology company and the creator of i-Ready, an adaptive diagnostic and instructional platform used by millions of students across the United States. The company partners with schools and districts to provide evidence-based curriculum and assessment tools that support student learning in reading and mathematics.

Curriculum Associates team

Curriculum Associates develops i-Ready, a connected suite of assessment, instruction, and professional learning tools used by millions of students across the United States. The company's professional learning team includes experienced educators who support schools and districts through implementation and beyond.

Curriculum Associates team and DCML presenters

Curriculum Associates is a leading education company that develops i-Ready, a connected platform for assessment, instruction, and professional learning in reading and mathematics. The DCML (Delaware Council of Math Leaders) is the NCSM affiliate of the Delaware Mathematics Coalition.

Curriculum Associates team and FASFEPA presenters

Curriculum Associates develops i-Ready, a comprehensive assessment and instruction platform. FASFEPA is the Florida Association of State Federal Educational Program Administrators, working in partnership with the Florida Department of Education to support effective implementation of state and federal education programs.

CYPHER Learning

CYPHER Learning is a world-leading AI-powered learning platform recognised as Forbes Advisor's Best Overall LMS, offering integrated LMS, LXP, and AI content development capabilities. The platform has the largest gamification implementation in the LMS space.

CYPHER Learning presenters

CYPHER Learning provides a world-leading AI-powered learning platform combining LMS, LXP, and AI-enabled course creation, serving over 20,000 clients worldwide. The platform has earned Gold in the Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards for Best Use of AI for Learning and features AI authoring tools that reduce content development time by up to 80%.

CYPHER Learning team

CYPHER Learning is a leading learning platform company that provides NEO LMS for schools and universities, MATRIX LMS for businesses, and INDIE LMS for entrepreneurial educators. The company serves millions of users across 40+ countries and is known for its AI-powered features, intuitive interface, and comprehensive course management tools.

Daniel Merin, Shelli Deaguero, Elizabeth Cushing

Daniel Merin is an Education Administrator with the School District of Philadelphia, specialising in evidence-based school climate initiatives including PBIS, Restorative Practices, and SEL. Shelli Deaguero is a Principal at Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy in Colorado with 21 years of experience in Aurora Public Schools. Elizabeth Cushing is the CEO of Playworks, an organisation dedicated to improving student engagement through play.

Dave Stuart Jr.

Dave Stuart Jr. is a classroom teacher, author, and one of the most widely-read education bloggers in the United States, with over 35,000 monthly readers. He is the author of These 6 Things: How to Focus Your Teaching on What Matters Most and The Will to Learn: How to Cultivate Student Motivation Without Losing Your Own. Stuart's work focuses on the Five Key Beliefs that drive student motivation and has been adopted by schools and teaching teams worldwide.

Dena Simmons

Dr. Dena Simmons is the founder of LiberatED and a leading voice in antiracist social-emotional learning. She holds an Ed.D. from Teachers College, Columbia University, and previously served as Assistant Director at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Simmons is a TED speaker, author, and educator whose work focuses on the intersection of SEL, racial justice, and healing. Her writing and research have been widely published in education and mainstream media.

Diane Staehr Fenner

Dr. Diane Staehr Fenner is the founder and president of SupportEd, a woman-owned consulting firm dedicated to empowering multilingual learners. She has authored or co-authored eight books on ELL education and has provided professional development to educators in all 50 US states and internationally. Previously, she worked as a classroom teacher, district administrator, and at the US Department of Education.

Distinguished Professor Pamela Snow and La Trobe University SOLAR Lab researchers

Distinguished Professor Pamela Snow is Professor of Cognitive Psychology and Co-Director of the Science of Language and Reading (SOLAR) Lab at La Trobe University. A speech-language pathologist and registered psychologist, her research focuses on high-impact language and literacy instruction. The SOLAR Lab, co-founded with Professor Tanya Serry, is a platform for research, teaching, advocacy, and community engagement in language and reading science.

Donalyn Miller

Donalyn Miller is the author of *The Book Whisperer* and *Reading in the Wild*, and co-author of *Game Changer: Book Access for All Kids*. A former classroom teacher with over 20 years of experience, she is a leading advocate for independent reading and has presented at major education conferences worldwide. She writes the 'Book Whisperer' column for Scholastic and is widely recognised for her practical, research-informed approach to building reading communities.

Doug Lemov

Doug Lemov is the author of Teach Like a Champion 3.0, one of the most widely read books on teaching technique. His work translating cognitive science research into practical classroom strategies has influenced hundreds of thousands of educators and schools worldwide.

Dr. Adam Drummond

Dr. Adam Drummond is an Associate Partner at the Center for Model Schools and author of 'Instructional Change Agent.' With over 15 years of experience in literacy, leadership development, and systemic planning, he has served as a teacher, school principal, district PD coordinator, and university adjunct professor. He is passionate about equitable outcomes for all students.

Dr. Alison Madelaine

Dr. Alison Madelaine is a literacy education researcher and practitioner specialising in evidence-based reading and spelling instruction. She works with Five from Five, an initiative of the ARACY (Australian Research Alliance for Children and Youth) dedicated to promoting the science of reading in Australian schools.

Dr. Anthony Muhammad

Dr. Anthony Muhammad is a best-selling author, educational consultant, and CEO of New Frontier 21 Consulting. A former teacher, assistant principal, and principal, he is recognised as one of the leading experts in school culture and Professional Learning Communities. His principalship at Levey Middle School in Michigan produced a National School of Excellence, with student proficiency more than doubling in five years.

Dr. Bonnie Cochran, Lisette Alves, Sarah Jay, Serita Dodson

Dr. Bonnie Cochran is National Director of Innovation and Insights at HMH, with 31 years of experience in education. Lisette Alves is Founder and CEO of LMA Education Solutions and former Assistant Superintendent at Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Sarah Jay is Executive Director of Equitable Multi-Tiered Systems of Support at Boston Public Schools. Serita Dodson is School Improvement Strategist at Frisco Independent School District.

Dr. Chantell Manahan

Dr. Chantell Manahan is a K-12 educational technology leader, speaker, and author with nearly two decades of experience in education. She serves as Chief Technology Officer for a public school district in Indiana, is the author of 'Capes Optional, Communication Essential,' and serves on the Board of Directors for CoSN (Consortium for School Networking). Her doctoral research focused on how school communication impacts enrollment decisions and community trust.

Dr. Elise Frattura and Dr. Colleen Capper

Dr. Elise Frattura and Dr. Colleen Capper are nationally recognised scholars in educational equity and inclusive education. Both are professors whose combined research spans decades of work on integrated service delivery, organisational change, and dismantling inequitable school structures. They are co-authors of Leading for Social Justice and the ICS framework that has been implemented in hundreds of school districts across the United States.

Dr. Gholdy Muhammad

Dr. Gholdy Muhammad is an Associate Professor of Language and Literacy at Georgia State University and founder of HILL Pedagogies. She is the author of the bestselling Cultivating Genius: An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy and Unearthing Joy. Her HILL model has been adopted by thousands of schools and districts across the US and Canada.

Dr. Helen Street

Dr. Helen Street is an applied social psychologist, author, and founder of the Positive Schools Initiative. She holds a PhD in applied social psychology and has worked in education and wellbeing for over two decades. Her Contextual Wellbeing framework is implemented in schools across 20+ countries, and her book Contextual Wellbeing is an international best-seller in education.

Dr. Jan Burkins

Dr. Jan Burkins is a full-time consultant and author with 28 years in education, including roles as classroom teacher, literacy coach, district literacy leader, and regional consultant for the state of Georgia. She co-authored the bestselling Shifting the Balance series with Kari Yates, along with Preventing Misguided Reading and Who's Doing the Work?.

Dr. Jason Caslor, Dr. Jamal Duncan, Colonel Jason Fettig

Dr. Jason Caslor, Dr. Jamal Duncan, and Colonel Jason Fettig are leading conducting clinicians. Colonel Jason Fettig is the Director of 'The President's Own' United States Marine Band, one of the most prestigious conducting positions in the world.

Dr. Jim Knight

Dr. Jim Knight is the founder and Senior Partner of the Instructional Coaching Group (ICG) and a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning. He has spent over two decades studying professional learning and instructional coaching, authoring influential books including 'Instructional Coaching,' 'The Impact Cycle,' 'The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching,' and 'The IC Toolkit.'

Dr. Jim Knight and ICG certified consultants

Dr. Jim Knight is the founder and Senior Partner of the Instructional Coaching Group (ICG) and a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning. He has spent more than two decades studying professional learning and instructional coaching, and is the author of several influential books including The Impact Cycle (2018), The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching (2021), Better Conversations (2015), and High-Impact Instruction (2013).

Dr. Lauren Cook

Dr. Lauren Cook is a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, and author who trained at UCLA, USC, and Pepperdine University. She is the creator of the Name Your Story mental health curriculum and author of Generation Anxiety. She has spoken at campuses nationwide through CAMPUSPEAK for over five years, specialising in making mental health education accessible across diverse identities.

Dr. Margarita Calderón

Native of Juárez, Mexico, with over 100 publications. Internationally recognised expert in bilingual and multilingual education.

Dr. Mark Ellis

Dr. Mark Ellis is a Professor of Education at California State University, Fullerton and a K–12 mathematics education scholar with more than 40 publications to his name. A National Board Certified Teacher, he has served on the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Board of Directors and Executive Committee. He is co-author of Curriculum Associates' Classroom Mathematics California program.

Dr. Miah Daughtery

Dr. Miah Daughtery is Vice President of Academic Advocacy, Literacy at HMH. She holds an Ed.D. from Vanderbilt's Peabody College and has served as VP of Teaching & Learning at NWEA and Executive Director at Odell Education.

Dr. Monica Burns

Dr. Monica Burns is an EdTech and Curriculum Consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator, and author of EdTech Essentials and #FormativeTech. A former NYC public school teacher, she runs ClassTechTips.com and the Easy EdTech Podcast, helping educators place 'tasks before apps' for deeper learning.

Dr. Shawn Datchuk and Dr. Cheryl Lundy Swift

Dr. Shawn Datchuk is Professor of Special Education at the University of Iowa and Director of the Iowa Reading Research Center, with over 30 peer-reviewed publications on evidence-based writing instruction. Dr. Cheryl Lundy Swift is Professional Learning Director at Learning Without Tears with over 25 years of experience in education and hosts the 'Literacy Matters: Empowered Conversations' podcast.

Dr. Tina H. Boogren

Dr. Tina H. Boogren is an author and associate with Marzano Resources, co-director of Solution Tree's Wellness Solutions for Educators, and ranked #5 among the Top 30 Global Gurus in Education. A former classroom teacher and instructional coach, she has authored numerous books on educator wellness including the Independent Publisher Gold Award-winning 'Take Time for You.'

Dr. Wiley Blevins

Dr. Wiley Blevins, Ed.D., is an author, educator, and early literacy expert trained at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. He has written 17+ professional books on phonics and reading instruction, authored the ILA's phonics brief, and serves as a consultant for Benchmark Education and Associate Publisher of Reycraft Books.

Edited by Celdran

Published by Routledge (Stenhouse Publishers imprint), this first edition resource brings together expert perspectives on addressing eating disorders in educational settings.

Edited by Lorna Piatti-Farnell and Carl Wilson

Lorna Piatti-Farnell (PhD) is the Academic Dean at SAE Creative Media Institute in Auckland, New Zealand, and founder of the Australasian Horror Studies Network. Carl Wilson is a freelance scholar and author based in the UK. Both are established researchers in popular culture studies.

Edthena team (AI-powered coaching)

Edthena was founded to make professional development more accessible through technology. Its AI Coach has been recognised as a TIME Best Invention, and the platform is backed by independent research demonstrating improvements in teacher retention and competence.

Education Development Trust team

Education Development Trust (formerly CfBT Education Trust) is a major UK-based not-for-profit education organisation that provides research-informed professional development, school improvement, and careers services. With over 1,100 staff, EDT has reached more than 300,000 teachers worldwide and works with governments and school systems across multiple countries.

EducationHQ editorial team

EducationHQ is an Australian education media platform that publishes Australian Teacher Magazine, one of the country's most widely distributed education publications. The platform provides news, analysis, opinion, and professional learning content for educators across all school sectors in Australia.

Elena Aguilar

Elena Aguilar has worked in education since 1994 and founded Bright Morning Consulting in 2017. She is the author of eight bestselling books including 'Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching,' 'The Art of Coaching Teams,' and 'Coaching for Equity.' Her work focuses on transformational coaching, equitable leadership, and building resilient school communities.

Elevate K-12 instructional coaching team

Elevate K-12, launched in 2014, is the pioneer of LIVE virtual teaching — a platform that places certified, US-based teachers into school classrooms via livestream technology. Their instructional coaching program is grounded in Jim Knight's research-validated coaching model and the Charlotte Danielson Framework for Teaching.

Eliza Kuhn

Eliza Kuhn is a professional development facilitator with OPEN Physed (Online Physical Education Network), specialising in Adventure Learning workshops for secondary physical education. OPEN Physed is a leading provider of standards-aligned PE resources and professional development, committed to helping physical educators deliver high-quality, inclusive programs.

Elizabeth Mirra

Elizabeth Mirra is a Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Science Teaching, science instructional coach, and experienced middle and high school science educator with over 18 years of experience. She developed BER's NGSS Train-the-Trainer institute and is known for translating complex science standards into practical instructional strategies.

Emily Ballenden

Emily Ballenden is a specialised teacher, education consultant, private SEN tutor, and founder of Additional Education Services. She holds a Bachelor of Education P-12, a Post-Graduate Certificate in Educational Learning and Leadership, and a Master's degree in Special Education. With 15 years of teaching experience across early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors, she specialises in supporting students with Specific Learning Difficulties.

Emily Quetone Khan

Emily Quetone Khan is a National Board Certified Teacher, former Curriculum Director, and consultant with Authentic Education since 2017. She now leads the organisation, continuing the legacy of co-founder Grant Wiggins and the Understanding by Design® framework that has shaped curriculum design practices worldwide.

Empowering Education facilitators

Empowering Education provides the only fully integrated mindfulness and SEL curriculum in the industry, offering a K-12, teacher-led, trauma-informed program aligned with CASEL's five core competencies, Common Core Standards, and Colorado Academic Standards.

Erik Palmer

Erik Palmer is a former middle and high school English teacher with 21 years of classroom experience and a prior career in business. He is the author of Well Spoken, Good Thinking, and other books on teaching communication and reasoning skills. Palmer developed the PVLEGS framework for oral communication instruction and presents nationally on speaking, argument, and critical thinking in schools.

ETA NSW presenters

The English Teachers' Association of NSW (ETA NSW) is a professional association committed to stimulating teaching and learning in English. It supports educators through professional development, advocacy, and the provision of resources aligned with the NSW English curriculum.

ETANT professional learning facilitators

ETANT (English Teachers' Association of the Northern Territory) was founded in the late 1970s and is affiliated with the Australian Association for the Teaching of English (AATE). It provides professional development, publications, student activities, and advocacy for English teachers across the NT.

ETASA Presenters

The English Teachers Association of South Australia (ETASA) is the peak professional body for English educators in South Australia, providing professional development, publications, and advocacy for English teachers across the state.

Experienced Drama/English teachers (ETA NSW and Drama NSW presenters)

The English Teachers Association of NSW (ETA NSW) is the professional association for English teachers in New South Wales, Australia, providing professional development, resources, and advocacy for English educators. Drama New South Wales is the corresponding professional association for drama teachers in NSW. This webinar series represents a collaborative offering between both associations.

FOBISIA safeguarding specialists and invited presenters

FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia) is a membership organisation representing British international schools across the Asia-Pacific region. The organisation hosts annual conferences on safeguarding, leadership, and other professional themes. Kellett School, founded in 1976, is a leading British international school in Hong Kong and a longstanding FOBISIA member.

George Couros

George Couros is a worldwide leader in innovative teaching, learning, and leading. He is the author of 'The Innovator's Mindset' and 'Innovate Inside the Box,' an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education, and has worked at every level of education from K-12 classroom teacher to district administrator. He travels globally sharing strategies for cultivating innovation in schools.

Gerry Brooks

Gerry Brooks is a former elementary school principal with over 20 years of education experience, including 15 years as a principal in Lexington, Kentucky. His viral videos about school life reach over 3.1 million social media followers, and he is the author of 'Go See the Principal.' He now travels the country as a motivational speaker, using humour and encouragement to inspire educators.

Get Your Teach On (GYTO) team

Get Your Teach On (GYTO) is a leading professional development organisation for educators, known for delivering high-energy, research-backed conferences across the United States. Founded with a mission to inspire and equip K–8 teachers and leaders, GYTO has grown into one of the most attended teacher conference series in the country.

Glen Pearsall

Glen Pearsall is a former Teacher Leader and board member of the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority who works internationally as an educational consultant. He is the author of five books including And Gladly Teach, Fast and Effective Assessment, Tilting Your Teaching, and Classroom Dynamics, and his work on strategic questioning has been translated into Korean.

Goethe-Institut

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany, active worldwide with institutes in dozens of countries. It provides German language courses, professional development for educators, and cultural programming, and is the recognised standard-setter for German language teaching qualifications.

Growth Coaching International facilitators

Growth Coaching International (GCI) has been providing coaching-focused professional learning for educators since 2002, working with over 40,000 educators globally. GCI specialises in building coaching cultures in schools and educational organisations through evidence-based frameworks and practical skill development.

GTAV Executive Committee

The Geography Teachers' Association of Victoria (GTAV) has been a professional association for over 50 years, providing advocacy, professional learning, curriculum resources, and student programs for geography educators across Victoria.

GYTO Presenters (active teachers and administrators)

Get Your Teach On (GYTO) is a national professional development organisation founded by Hope and Wade King that delivers high-energy, research-backed conferences for PreK-6 educators across the United States. All presenters are active educators, and their conferences are known for combining rigorous instructional content with inspiration and joy.

Harvard GSE Faculty

Harvard Graduate School of Education's Professional Education division delivers intensive programmes for K-12 education leaders, drawing on Harvard's research expertise in educational leadership, organisational change, and continuous improvement. Faculty include leading scholars in education policy, leadership development, and instructional improvement.

Harvard GSE Professional Education faculty

Harvard Graduate School of Education's Professional Education division offers K–12 programs designed by Harvard faculty and experienced practitioners. Programs are accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Heather Kenny

Heather Kenny is an award-winning educator, teacher leader, and national presenter with over 25 years of experience in education, having served as a classroom teacher, dyslexia tutor, and teacher trainer. She specialises in evidence-based literacy interventions for students with dyslexia.

HighScope Educational Research Foundation facilitators

HighScope Educational Research Foundation, founded in 1970 by psychologist David P. Weikart, is an independent non-profit organisation based in Ypsilanti, Michigan dedicated to promoting the learning and development of young people from infancy through adolescence. Their approach is grounded in over 50 years of research and practice, including the landmark Perry Preschool Study.

Hilderbrand Pelzer III

Hilderbrand Pelzer III is an award-winning educator, author, and national speaker with over 30 years of leadership in public education. A Philadelphia native and current Associate Superintendent, he has served as principal of five schools and created a pioneering education model for incarcerated youth. He is the author of Unlocking Potential and a consulting producer of the documentary Left Behind.

Hope King

Hope King is the co-founder of Get Your Teach On (GYTO), a former Teacher of the Year, and one of the most sought-after professional development presenters in the United States. Known for her high-energy, no-nonsense approach, she helps educators and leaders build instructional precision and create classroom cultures where every student thrives.

Hope King and Andre Deshotel

Hope King is a nationally known educator, speaker, and author who, together with her husband Wade King, has inspired thousands of teachers through their Get Your Teach On (GYTO) conferences and books including 'The Wild Card.' Andre Deshotel is an educator and speaker specialising in student behaviour and classroom culture.

Hope King and Wade King

Hope and Wade King are the co-founders of Get Your Teach On (GYTO), a nationally acclaimed educational movement serving over 10,000 educators annually. They co-authored the bestselling 'The Wild Card: 7 Steps to an Educator's Creative Breakthrough.' Hope holds a Master's in Reading with 11+ years of teaching experience; Wade is a recognised Teacher of the Year.

Hope King, Andre Deshotel

Hope King is the co-founder of Get Your Teach On (GYTO) and a former Teacher of the Year known for her direct, high-energy approach to professional development. Andre Deshotel is a GYTO presenter and educator who brings expertise in student behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.

Hope King, Lisa Petersen, Naomi O'Brien

Hope King is the co-founder of Get Your Teach On and a former Teacher of the Year known for her high-energy approach to professional development. Lisa Petersen and Naomi O'Brien are literacy specialists and GYTO presenters who bring deep classroom experience and expertise in evidence-based reading instruction to their sessions.

Hope King, Wade King

Hope King is a co-founder of Get Your Teach On, a decorated educator with over eleven years of experience teaching first through sixth grades, and holds a Master's Degree in Reading. She is the co-author of The Wild Card, written with her husband and GYTO co-founder Wade King. Together they have trained thousands of educators through GYTO's conferences and professional learning programs.

Hope King, Wade King, LaNesha Tabb, and Amelia Hipps

Hope King, Wade King, LaNesha Tabb, and Amelia Hipps are the core team behind Get Your Teach On (GYTO), a professional development organisation known for energetic, practical, and research-informed sessions that have inspired hundreds of thousands of educators across the United States.

Hope King, Wade King, Mrs. Wordsmith presenters

Get Your Teach On (GYTO), founded by Hope and Wade King, partners with Mrs. Wordsmith, a leading game-based literacy platform built by experts in education, linguistics, gaming, and entertainment. Mrs. Wordsmith's tools use AI-powered vocabulary classification and spaced repetition to help students learn up to 1,000 new words annually.

ICSS conference presenters and keynote speaker

The Illinois State Council for the Social Studies (ICSS) is an affiliated council of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), serving social studies educators across Illinois. The conference is hosted in partnership with Eastern Illinois University's School of Extended Learning.

IFSEL facilitators

The Institute for Social and Emotional Learning (IFSEL) has been designing and leading professional development since 2009, working with over 12,000 educators from more than 1,200 schools in the US and internationally. Their evidence-based, CASEL-aligned approach helps educators integrate social-emotional learning into classroom practices and school-wide systems.

IIRP certified instructors

The International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) is a graduate school and the global leader in restorative practices education, research, and training. IIRP offers professional development, graduate degree programs, and whole-school implementation support, and has trained educators in districts across the United States and internationally.

IIRP Faculty

The International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) is the world's first graduate school wholly dedicated to restorative practices. Founded in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the IIRP offers graduate degrees, professional development, and consulting services that help organisations build cultures of connection, accountability, and collaborative problem-solving.

IIRP Graduate School Faculty

The International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) is a globally recognised graduate school offering master's-level programmes, professional development, and continuing education in the field of restorative practices. IIRP has trained thousands of educators worldwide in building relational school communities.

Imagine Learning professional development specialists

Imagine Learning is a K-12 education technology company serving over 18 million students and 2 million teachers across more than half of U.S. schools. The company provides digital-first curriculum solutions for literacy, mathematics, science, and online courses, supported by comprehensive professional development programs.

IMSS student ensembles and conductors

The Western Australian Department of Education's Instrumental Music School Services (IMSS) has been supporting music education in public schools since 1974, covering over 400 schools with instrumental instruction, ensemble direction, and enrichment activities. The Opus concert is their annual showcase event.

IRIS Center at Vanderbilt University

The IRIS Center is based at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College and funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs. It develops free, evidence-based online resources including modules, case studies, and activities that support educators working with struggling learners and students with disabilities.

IRIS Center team, Vanderbilt University

The IRIS Center, based at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of Education, is funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs. It develops free, evidence-based interactive resources — including modules, case studies, and information briefs — that translate research into practical tools for educator preparation and professional development in special education and inclusive practice.

IXL Professional Learning team (former educators)

IXL Learning is a widely used K–12 adaptive learning platform offering comprehensive curriculum across mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish. With over 17,000 deeply adaptive skills, the platform personalises learning for each student and provides teachers with real-time analytics on student progress.

Janine Kloiber

Janine Kloiber is a certified Montessori Primary Directress through the North American Montessori Center, author of 'Nature's Palette: Art Activities for All Seasons,' and an experienced early childhood educator. She holds a bachelor's degree in social work and social therapy from the University of Kassel and has served as both a Primary Directress and Art Directress at Montessori schools.

Jason Pascoe

Jason Pascoe is a leadership consultant, coach, and facilitator specialising in Solution-Building Conversations and Host Leadership. With over 20 years' experience across education, health, and leadership development, he has worked with more than 50,000 educators and leaders across Australia and internationally. He is Director of The Enactive Solution and Vice President of the Australasian Solution Focused Association.

Jay McTighe

Jay McTighe is an internationally recognised education consultant and co-author of the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework, one of the most widely used curriculum planning approaches in the world. He has authored or co-authored 18 books, including 'Understanding by Design' and 'Designing Authentic Performance Tasks and Projects,' and has presented in all 50 US states and over 40 countries.

Jennifer Serravallo

Jennifer Serravallo is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning educator, and literacy consultant. She is best known for creating research-rooted resources including The Reading Strategies Book 2.0 (Heinemann) and Teaching Reading Across the Day (Corwin). A former member of the Parents Magazine editorial board, she is a frequent invited speaker at state and national conferences.

Jim Knight

Jim Knight, Ph.D., is the founder of the Instructional Coaching Group and a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning. He coined the term 'instructional coaching' and developed the Impact Cycle model, which has been adopted by schools and districts worldwide. Knight is the author of numerous books including The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching, Instructional Coaching, and High-Impact Instruction, and has spent over 30 years researching and refining coaching practices in education.

Jim Knight and ICG facilitators

Jim Knight, Ph.D., is the founder and senior partner of the Instructional Coaching Group (ICG) and a research associate at the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning. He is the author of numerous books on instructional coaching including *The Impact Cycle*, *Instructional Coaching*, and *The Definitive Guide to Instructional Coaching*. Knight is recognised as having coined the term 'instructional coaching' and has spent over 20 years researching professional learning and coaching.

Jimmy Casas

Jimmy Casas is an educator, leadership coach, and author of nine books including the best-selling Culturize: Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes. He served over 30 years as an educator including 14 years as principal of Bettendorf High School in Iowa, which was named one of the Best High Schools in the country three times by Newsweek and U.S. News & World Report.

Jo Boaler and Cathy Williams

Jo Boaler is a Professor of Mathematics Education at Stanford University and co-founder of youcubed, a centre that provides research-based mathematics resources to educators worldwide. She is the author of influential books including 'Mathematical Mindsets' and 'Limitless Mind.' Cathy Williams is co-founder and executive director of youcubed at Stanford, leading the centre's professional development and outreach initiatives.

Jo Boaler and youcubed team

Jo Boaler is a professor of mathematics education at Stanford Graduate School of Education and co-founder of youcubed, a research centre providing K–12 mathematics education resources. Her research on mathematical mindsets, equity in mathematics, and innovative teaching approaches has been widely published and influenced mathematics education policy internationally.

Joan Sedita

Joan Sedita is the founder of Keys to Literacy and author of The Essentials of Adolescent Literacy. She is a nationally recognised literacy expert with decades of experience in evidence-based reading and writing instruction for adolescent learners.

Joe Sanfelippo

Dr. Joe Sanfelippo is a former superintendent, national keynote speaker, and bestselling author with 26 years of experience in education. Named National Superintendent of the Year by Education Dive (2019) and selected as a Future Ready Superintendent by the US Department of Education, he is the creator of the #1minwalk2work Leadership Challenge and author of 'Hacking Leadership' and 'Lead From Where You Are.'

John Spencer

John Spencer is a former middle school teacher, current college professor, bestselling author, and host of 'The Creative Classroom' podcast. He is known for his work on creativity, design thinking, and student empowerment in education, and has authored multiple books on making learning more engaging and student-driven.

Kahoot! Education team and guest speakers

Kahoot! is a global educational technology company whose game-based learning platform is used by millions of students and educators worldwide. The EDU Summit is their flagship annual professional development event for educators.

Kami Team

Kami is a New Zealand-based education technology company whose digital annotation and collaboration platform is used by over 50 million users globally. Their tools enable students and teachers to transform any document into an interactive learning experience, with a strong focus on accessibility and engagement.

Kaplan Early Learning Professional Development Team

Kaplan Early Learning Company has been a leading provider of early childhood education resources and professional development for decades. All instructors hold advanced degrees and bring direct classroom experience, ensuring training is both research-informed and practically grounded.

Kara Ball and Juliana Urtubey

Kara Ball is an educator and advocate for neurodiversity-affirming classroom practices. Juliana Urtubey is the 2021 National Teacher of the Year, recognised for her inclusive teaching approach and commitment to serving diverse learners. Together, they bring practical classroom expertise to the conversation about designing learning environments for neurodiverse students.

Katie White

Katie White has 30+ years of education experience as a teacher, learning coach, administrator, and system leader. She is past-president of the Canadian Assessment for Learning Network, a contracted assessment specialist for the Saskatchewan PDU and LEGO Company, and author of Softening the Edges, Unlocked, and Student Self-Assessment.

Ken O'Connor

Ken O'Connor, known as 'The Grading Doctor,' has 33 years of teaching experience as a geography teacher, department head, and curriculum coordinator. He holds a BA (Hon.) and Dip Ed from the University of Melbourne and an MEd from the University of Toronto. He has presented in 47 US states, nine Canadian provinces, and 25 countries.

Keys to Literacy Trainers

Keys to Literacy is a professional development organisation specialising in evidence-based literacy instruction for K-12 educators. Their programs provide research-grounded strategies for vocabulary, comprehension, writing, text structure, and advanced word study, with a particular focus on adolescent literacy for grades 5-12.

KID smART team and community artists

KID smART is a New Orleans-based non-profit organisation dedicated to engaging children and educators in dynamic, creative, and relevant learning through the arts. Their focus is arts integration — linking the arts with existing academic curriculum. KID smART recently opened a new Center for Arts & Education on Bayou Road in the heart of New Orleans.

KID smART team and partner organisations

KID smART is a New Orleans-based arts education non-profit that engages children and educators in dynamic, creative learning through the arts. In its 22-year history, KID smART has served more than 32,000 students and 5,000 teachers in schools throughout New Orleans. They also host an annual Arts & Education Conference for educators.

Kim Yaris

Kim Yaris is a literacy consultant, middle school English teacher, and co-author of Who's Doing the Work? How to Say Less So Readers Can Do More and Reading Wellness, both written with Jan Burkins. She has over 20 years of experience in literacy consulting, classroom teaching, and staff development, and is co-founder of the Burkins and Yaris Think Tank for 21st Century Literacy.

Kristin Ziemke

Kristin Ziemke is an Apple Distinguished Educator, National Board Certified Teacher, and Chicago Public Schools Tech Innovator of the Year. She is co-author of three Heinemann publications on literacy and digital learning, and an Emerging Leader with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. She currently serves as a resident teacher and learning innovation specialist for the Big Shoulders Fund.

Lakeshore Learning Professional Services team

Lakeshore Learning is a leading US-based educational supply company that provides learning products, teaching resources, and classroom furniture to schools and educators. Their Professional Services Group offers customised professional development workshops, classroom design assistance, and educational consulting.

Laura Robb

Laura Robb, M.S.Ed., is an author, teacher, coach, and speaker with over 40 years of teaching and coaching experience in grades 4-8. She is the author of more than 35 books on literacy, a literacy coach at Powhatan School in Virginia, and the recipient of NCTE's Richard W. Halle Award for outstanding middle level educator. Instructor magazine named her one of the nation's top twenty educators.

Lauren (Counselor Clique founder)

Counselor Clique is a professional development platform and resource hub created for high school counselors. The platform provides ASCA-aligned, data-driven resources, implementation-focused training, a professional learning community, and the High School Counseling Conversations® podcast.

Lin Johnson, Kelvey Oeser, Qubilah Huddleston

Lin Johnson is a leader at TNTP focused on educator workforce strategy. Kelvey Oeser serves at the Texas Education Agency. Qubilah Huddleston is a researcher at The Education Trust, focused on equity in educator quality and policy.

Lorin Phillips

Lorin Phillips holds an M.Ed. in Adult Learning and Human Resource Development from James Madison University. She has over 20 years of experience in prevention education and currently serves as Associate Executive Director of Enablement for Tri Sigma. Her prevention work has been recognised with the AFA/CoHEASAP Award for Outstanding Alcohol/Other Drug Prevention Program.

Luz Santana and Dan Rothstein

Luz Santana and Dan Rothstein are the co-founders of the Right Question Institute and creators of the Question Formulation Technique (QFT). Their work has been featured in Harvard Education Publishing and has influenced inquiry-based teaching practices in schools worldwide.

Maddy Goto

Maddy Goto is the project manager for Five from Five and a specialist in evidence-based reading instruction. Five from Five was founded by Dr Jennifer Buckingham OAM in 2016 and is now part of The Academy for the Science of Instruction, focused on improving literacy outcomes through research-aligned practices.

MakeMusic representatives

MakeMusic is the developer of SmartMusic (now MakeMusic Cloud), one of the most widely used music education technology platforms globally. The company has been a leader in music education technology for decades, with products used by millions of students and educators.

Marilyn Burns

Marilyn Burns is one of today's most respected mathematics educators with nearly 60 years of experience. She founded Math Solutions Professional Development in 1984, authored 20+ professional publications and a dozen children's books, and created the Do The Math intervention program published by Scholastic.

Mark Schuster, Peter Olyarchuk

Mark Schuster is Head of Product at CYPHER Learning, driving the platform's AI-powered learning capabilities. Peter Olyarchuk is a representative of Training Orchestra, a training management system specialising in ILT/VILT operations.

Massachusetts DESE

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) oversees public education across the Commonwealth, including educator licensure, professional development standards, and the PD Provider Registry that connects teachers with approved professional learning opportunities.

Massachusetts E2C Hub team

The Massachusetts Education-to-Career (E2C) Research and Data Hub is a state initiative that brings together data and research about how students progress from early education through K–12, higher education, and into the workforce. Supported by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), the hub serves educators, families, policymakers, and researchers.

Matt Miller

Matt Miller is the creator of Ditch That Textbook, a former classroom teacher with over a decade of experience, and a Google Certified Innovator. He has been named one of the top 10 influencers in educational technology and elearning worldwide. Miller is the author of Ditch That Textbook and Ditch That Homework, and delivers keynotes, workshops, and online professional development to educators internationally.

MAV experienced VCE mathematics teachers

The Mathematical Association of Victoria (MAV) is Victoria's peak body for mathematics education, supporting teachers from Foundation to Year 12 and beyond. MAV produces annual SAC resources, trial examinations, and professional development programs written by experienced VCE mathematics teachers.

MAV mathematics education experts

The Mathematical Association of Victoria (MAV) has been an active not-for-profit professional association for more than 100 years, serving over 1,400 members across all education sectors. The MAV works with leading academics, researchers, the Victorian Department of Education, and the VCAA to deliver professional development for mathematics educators.

MAV Mathematics Educators

Presenters are drawn from MAV's network of highly qualified, experienced VCE mathematics teachers who specialise in exam analysis and preparation. MAV has been supporting mathematics education in Victoria for over 100 years.

MAV Presenters

The Mathematical Association of Victoria (MAV) is the peak professional body for mathematics education in Victoria, Australia. MAV provides professional learning, resources, conferences, and advocacy to support mathematics teachers across all year levels, from primary through to VCE.

MAV Professional Learning presenters

The Mathematical Association of Victoria (MAV) is the peak professional body for mathematics educators in Victoria, representing teachers from early learning through secondary school. MAV provides professional development, annual conferences, student programmes, and curriculum resources.

McREL International

McREL International was founded in 1966 as one of the original US Regional Educational Laboratories. A nonprofit, nonpartisan organisation, McREL has spent nearly six decades helping schools improve through evidence-based professional learning, coaching, and research-to-practice consulting.

Melissa Lafayette

Melissa Lafayette is the Director of Partner Development at Hatching Results and a Ph.D. student in Counselor Education at The Ohio State University. She is a former district-level lead school counsellor in Riverside County, California, where she oversaw comprehensive, data-driven school counselling programs. Lafayette previously served as an adjunct faculty member at San Diego State University, teaching graduate students in counsellor education.

Microsoft Education team

Flip (formerly Flipgrid) is a free Microsoft education product used by over 20 million students in 180+ countries. The platform is now fully integrated into Microsoft Teams for Education.

Mohamed Ibrahim

Mohamed Ibrahim is an educator, researcher, and grassroots community developer whose work examines how schooling shapes students' behaviour, attitudes, and identity. A former Humanities Coordinator and IB Theory of Knowledge Coordinator, he is a co-author of the VCE Sociology textbook. His practice and research sit at the intersection of critical pedagogy, restorative and transformative justice, and decolonial education. Critical Agendas is an Australian professional development provider known for high-quality, research-informed workshops and conferences.

Monica Burns

Monica Burns is a curriculum and EdTech consultant, former New York City public school teacher, Apple Distinguished Educator, and founder of ClassTechTips.com. She is the author of several books on educational technology and is known for her practical, classroom-tested approach to helping teachers integrate technology into meaningful learning experiences.

Multiple presenters including Carly Spina and Dr. David Holbrook

Ellevation Education is the leading software platform designed specifically for English learner program management. Their platform helps schools and districts manage EL identification, instruction, compliance, and family communication, and their annual IMPACT Conference brings together thousands of educators serving multilingual learners.

NAfME and participating music educators

The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) is the largest arts education organisation in the world, advancing music education by promoting the understanding and making of music by all. NAfME provides resources, advocacy, and professional development for music educators and has organised Music In Our Schools Month for over 40 years.

NAfME Collegiate Advisory Council

The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) is the largest arts education organisation in the world. Their collegiate membership program prepares future music educators through networking, professional development, and advocacy experiences, with the Collegiate Advisory Council designing campaigns and initiatives for pre-service music teachers.

NAfME Collegiate Advisory Council members and school administrators

The NAfME Collegiate Advisory Council represents collegiate music education students within the National Association for Music Education. NAfME is the largest arts education organisation in the United States, serving music educators, students, and advocates across all levels.

NAfME Council for Guitar Education members

The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) is the largest arts education organisation in the world. Their Council for Guitar Education represents a dedicated community of guitar educators committed to advancing guitar instruction in schools through resources, advocacy, and professional learning opportunities.

Naima Keddar

Naima Keddar is an experienced IB educator, French examiner, and Evaluation Leader with over 18 years of expertise in teaching Language B and Language Ab Initio. She currently serves as Head of Teaching and Learning and Diploma Programme Coordinator at the Australian International Academy, where she leads strategic academic improvement across programmes.

NARA Education Team

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the US government agency responsible for preserving and providing access to America's essential documents. Their Education division develops resources and professional development specifically for K-12 educators, centred on the DocsTeach platform.

Natalie Irons

Natalie Irons is the Associate Director of Instructional Coaching Programs at UCLA Center X, part of UCLA's Graduate School of Education and Information Studies. Center X partners with schools and communities to develop excellent educators and transform schools, with coaching programs built on the Cognitive Coaching model developed by Arthur Costa and Robert Garmston.

National Center for Restorative Justice facilitators

The National Center for Restorative Justice has been providing certification training for educators and school communities since 2016, offering in-person training in Seattle, Portland, Kansas City, and Chicago, as well as virtual and asynchronous options.

National Equity Project facilitators

The National Equity Project is a leadership and systems change organisation based in Oakland, California, that has been working since 2002 to develop leaders who can navigate and transform educational systems. Their Leading for Equity program has trained thousands of leaders across the United States, and they provide both open-enrolment and custom professional development for organisations.

NEA Center for Racial and Social Justice Faculty

The National Education Association (NEA) is the largest professional employee organisation in the United States, representing over 3 million educators. The NEA Center for Racial and Social Justice hosts the annual MLT/WLT seminars as part of their commitment to advancing equity and developing diverse education leaders nationwide.

NEA leadership and delegates

The National Education Association (NEA) is the largest professional organisation and labour union in the United States, representing over three million educators. NEA-Retired serves the organisation's retired membership through advocacy, professional engagement, and community.

Nearpod training team

Nearpod is a student engagement platform that enables teachers to create interactive lessons with embedded formative assessments. Now part of the Renaissance learning ecosystem, Nearpod is used in classrooms worldwide to deliver dynamic, participatory learning experiences across all subject areas and grade levels.

NEED Project facilitators

The National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project is a non-profit organisation and the largest provider of K-12 energy education curriculum in the United States. NEED conducts hundreds of teacher professional development workshops each year across the country, supported by partnerships with businesses, utility companies, and government agencies.

New Leaders Faculty

New Leaders is a national nonprofit organisation founded in 2000 that develops transformational school leaders through rigorous, evidence-based training programs. Their programs have been shown through independent research to produce significant gains in student achievement, and they have trained over 3,500 leaders serving more than 3.5 million students nationwide.

Nick Okafor

Nick Okafor is a National Geographic Explorer, strategist, and design researcher who founded trubel&co, a tech-justice nonprofit. He specialises in using mapping and geographic data to tell stories and implement solutions that drive community change.

NILD Canada certified trainers

NILD (National Institute for Learning Development) Canada provides training in educational therapy based on the NILD methodology, which has been developing educational therapists since 1982. The Level I course is accredited by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) and the full certification pathway leads to the Professionally Certified Educational Therapist (PCET) credential.

NILD Canada facilitators

NILD (National Institute for Learning Development) is an international organisation that has trained educational therapists since 1982. NILD's approach is rooted in the work of Reuven Feuerstein on mediated learning and cognitive modifiability, and the organisation operates training programs across North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

NSTA Staff

The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is the largest organisation in the world committed to promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all. NSTA provides professional development, resources, and advocacy for science educators at all levels, and their national conferences draw thousands of educators annually.

NSW Department of Education

The NSW Department of Education is responsible for public education in New South Wales, Australia, overseeing more than 2,200 schools and serving over 800,000 students. The Department sets official term dates and holiday schedules for all NSW government schools.

NSW Department of Education, Skills NSW division

The NSW Training Awards are coordinated by Skills NSW, a division of the NSW Department of Education. The awards program has been running for over 70 years, recognising excellence in vocational education and training across nine regions of New South Wales.

ORISE K-12 STEM Education team

The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is managed by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) for the U.S. Department of Energy. ORISE offers free professional development programs for K-12 teachers, including workshops, research experiences, online courses, and competitions designed to strengthen STEM education and foster enthusiasm for STEM learning.

Pam Harris

Pam Harris is a mathematics education consultant, author, and lecturer at Texas State University. She is the creator of 'Math is FigureOutAble' and author of the Building Powerful Numeracy series and Developing Mathematical Reasoning (Corwin). A former secondary maths teacher and T³ Instructor, Pam specialises in helping educators develop genuine mathematical reasoning in students K-12.

Pam Shaw and Dr. Michelle Barrett

Pam Shaw is Director of K-12 Quality Assurance for Quality Matters, overseeing the QM K-12 course-review process. Dr. Michelle Barrett is SVP of Research, Policy, and Impact at Edmentum, leading research and innovation in learning and assessment design. Both bring extensive experience in evaluating digital curricula quality and evidence-based education technology.

Pamela Burton

Highly respected educational consultant with 30+ years across government, Catholic, and independent schools in Victoria. Master of Educational Policy Administration. Former designer of Women in Leadership and Pedagogies for High Potential Learners programs. Member of the Australian College of Educators.

PBLWorks National Faculty

PBLWorks (formerly Buck Institute for Education) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1987 and headquartered in Novato, California. Since 1999, the organisation has been the premier provider of Project Based Learning professional development, supporting educators worldwide in implementing Gold Standard PBL practices.

PE Central community contributors and course instructors

PE Central has been the leading online community for physical education teachers for over 20 years, providing user-generated and editorially approved lesson plans, assessments, and professional development resources. Professional development courses are offered through Human Kinetics and are self-paced with instructor support.

Pearson Canada PD Facilitators

Pearson Canada is the Canadian division of Pearson, the world's leading learning company. They provide curriculum resources, assessment tools, and professional development for K-12 educators across all Canadian provinces and territories, with offerings aligned to provincial curricula.

Pernille Ripp

Pernille Ripp is a current 7th-grade English teacher, literacy coach, and founder of the Global Read Aloud, which has connected millions of students across 85+ countries since 2010. She has authored four professional books and received the 2022 WCTE Award for Diversity and Inclusion and the 2015 ISTE Award for Innovation in Global Collaboration.

Pete Wright

Pete Wright is a nationally recognised attorney who has represented children with disabilities for over 30 years. He argued the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Florence County School District IV v. Shannon Carter (1993). Pete and Pam Wright are co-founders of Wrightslaw, co-authors of multiple bestselling books on special education law, and former Adjunct Professors of Law at William & Mary School of Law.

Peter Liljedahl

Dr. Peter Liljedahl is a Professor of Mathematics Education at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, Canada, and the author of 'Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K-12.' His research, conducted over 15 years in hundreds of classrooms, has identified 14 optimal teaching practices for fostering deep mathematical thinking and has influenced mathematics instruction worldwide.

Phoenix Support for Educators Team

Phoenix Support for Educators is an Australian professional development provider specialising in early childhood education. Their team of experienced facilitators delivers training in curriculum development, behaviour guidance, inclusion support, and educator wellbeing, using their proprietary Phoenix Cups framework grounded in positive psychology and strength-based practice.

Positive Partnerships facilitators (Autism Spectrum Australia)

Positive Partnerships is an Australian Government initiative implemented by Autism Spectrum Australia (ASPECT). Launched in 2008 as part of the Helping Children with Autism initiative, it provides free evidence-informed workshops, webinars, and online learning for educators and families of school-aged autistic students.

Principal Salome Thomas-EL

Principal Salome Thomas-EL has been a teacher and principal since 1987. Currently a K–8 principal in Wilmington, Delaware, he received national acclaim as a teacher and chess coach at Vaux Middle School in Philadelphia, where his students won world recognition as eight-time national chess champions. He is an award-winning author and sought-after speaker on school leadership and equity.

Prufrock Press / Routledge

Prufrock Press, now part of Routledge (Taylor & Francis), has published evidence-based resources for gifted, advanced, and twice-exceptional learners for over 30 years. Their catalogue includes over 500 titles covering all aspects of gifted education.

Ralph Fletcher

Ralph Fletcher is an American writer, educational consultant, and author of over fifty books for young readers and writing teachers. He holds an M.F.A. in writing from Columbia University and was a staff developer at the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. His books for educators include *What a Writer Needs*, *The Writing Teacher's Companion*, *Joy Write*, *Focus Lessons*, and the *Craft Lessons* series. He speaks at education conferences internationally.

RMRT Book Club Facilitators

The Retired Members Round Table (RMRT) is a division of the American Library Association (ALA) that develops programs for retired library professionals. AASL, also an ALA division, is the national professional membership organisation for school librarians with over 7,000 members.

Robert Eaker, EdD

Dr. Robert Eaker is professor emeritus at Middle Tennessee State University, where he served as dean of the College of Education and interim vice president and provost. He is a former fellow with the National Center for Effective Schools Research and Development, co-developer of the Professional Learning Communities at Work® framework, and author of numerous books through Solution Tree.

Robert J. Marzano, Philip B. Warrick, Tina H. Boogren, and others

Dr. Robert J. Marzano is one of the most widely cited researchers in education, having authored more than 60 books and 200 articles on topics including instruction, assessment, school leadership, and standards-based education. His High Reliability Schools framework has been adopted by thousands of schools worldwide as a systematic approach to school improvement.

Robert Kaplinsky

Robert Kaplinsky has been an educator since 2003, serving as a classroom teacher, teacher specialist, and instructor for UCLA. He is the author of 'Open Middle Math: Problems That Unlock Student Thinking' and creator of a widely-used Problem Solving Framework. His free problem-based math lessons are used by educators worldwide.

Rodger W. Bybee

Dr. Rodger W. Bybee is a renowned science educator and the principal developer of the BSCS 5E Instructional Model. He served as executive director of the Biological Sciences Curriculum Study (BSCS) and as a writing team leader for the Next Generation Science Standards. He is the author of numerous books on science education including Translating the NGSS for Classroom Instruction and The BSCS 5E Instructional Model: Creating Teachable Moments.

Ron Thomas

Ron Thomas is an experienced educator whose key areas are English, Literature, Drama, and Gifted Education. With extensive experience across secondary and primary education, he has run seminars for teachers in all states of Australia. Ron holds a unique background in corporate training through Mindshop, is a published writer (poetry, drama, journalism), and a Gold-level Toastmaster who trains students in leadership and public speaking.

Rowena Bata

Rowena Bata has been a Languages teacher for 25 years, working in schools in Victoria, France, Papua New Guinea, and Malaysia. She holds a Master's degree in Linguistics and is a Microsoft Innovative Educator Trainer. She specialises in bridging second language acquisition theory with classroom practice, with a particular focus on the role of technology in language learning.

Roy Burton

Roy Burton is an expert trainer with SRPC Training, specialising in restorative practices for educational settings. SRPC Training delivers IACET-accredited professional development programmes that help school communities implement restorative approaches to student behaviour and school culture.

Sally Learey

Sally Learey is a keynote speaker, author of seven books, and education consultant with 30 years of experience across teaching, training, and presenting. She holds qualifications in positive psychology, coaching, and counselling, and has worked with thousands of teachers and school leaders throughout Australia.

Sara VanDerWerf

Sara VanDerWerf is a former K-12 Math Lead with Minneapolis Public Schools, President of the Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics, and an independent mathematics consultant. She taught grades 7-12 and is known for practical strategies that make student thinking visible.

School Library Journal presenters and contributors

School Library Journal (SLJ) has been the premier publication for librarians and information specialists working with children and teens for over 60 years. SLJ produces award-winning journalism, reviews, and professional development events covering literacy, best practices, technology, and education policy for the school library community.

Seesaw presenters

Seesaw is a leading elementary learning experience platform with over 25 million users, connecting teachers, administrators, students, and families to support each child's learning journey from PreK through 6th grade. The platform features digital portfolios, multimodal learning tools, and family engagement capabilities.

Seven Steps to Writing Success team

Seven Steps to Writing Success was created by Jen McVeity OAM, an Australian author and teacher. The program has trained over 45,000 teachers and is used in half of Australian schools, with strong representation among top NAPLAN-performing schools.

Shana Boltin (OT) and Dr. Shaun Ziegenfusz

Shana Boltin: 20+ years as a children’s occupational therapist across Melbourne and London. Former Lead OT for Camden School Health Service (Royal Free NHS Trust), pioneered UK’s first tiered school-based OT model. Dr. Shaun Ziegenfusz: speech pathologist specialising in Developmental Language Disorder.

Shannon McClintock Miller

Shannon McClintock Miller is an award-winning teacher librarian, author, and speaker who leads the Future Ready Librarians initiative in partnership with All4Ed. She is a recognised advocate for the role of school librarians in driving innovation and student-centred learning.

Shirley Houston

Shirley Houston is an independent educational consultant with 40 years of teaching experience and a Masters degree in Special Education. She has taught K-12 students across government, Catholic, and Independent schools in Australia and America, and is a long-standing Board member of The Dyslexia-SPELD Foundation of Western Australia. She specialises in supporting children and adults with specific learning difficulties.

SimpleK12 Expert Educators

SimpleK12 is an online professional development platform offering over 1,000 courses across 40+ categories for K-12 educators. All courses are created and taught by experienced classroom educators, and the platform provides unlimited access to self-paced learning with certificate options.

Solution Tree RTI at Work™ experts

Solution Tree is a leading educational professional development provider with over 25 years of experience supporting schools and districts. Their RTI at Work™ model, developed by experts including Austin Buffum, Mike Mattos, and Janet Malone, has been implemented in thousands of schools and provides a systematic framework for ensuring all students receive the support they need to succeed.

SRPC Training Facilitators

SRPC Training is a professional development organisation specialising in Strategic Restorative Practices in the Classroom. They develop custom, evidence-based behaviour systems that integrate restorative practices with practical classroom management, with a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Stanford d.school K12 Lab Network facilitators

The Stanford d.school K12 Lab Network brings design thinking methodologies into K-12 education, helping educators and students develop empathy, creativity, and iterative problem-solving skills. Working in partnership with the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI), the K12 Lab explores how human-centred design principles can guide the responsible integration of emerging technologies in schools.

Stephanie Dehghani

Stephanie Dehghani is the founder of Think Forward Educators, an Australian-based professional learning organisation focused on translating evidence-based intervention frameworks, particularly MTSS and RTI, for the Australian school context. Think Forward Educators works with schools across Australia to build capacity in tiered support systems, data-informed instruction, and inclusive education practices.

Strobel Education facilitators

Strobel Education is a professional development provider offering live workshops, onsite training, and online courses for K-12 educators. Their programs focus on research-based instructional strategies including close reading, the science of reading, student engagement, and classroom management.

Susan Herrmann Loomis

Susan Herrmann Loomis is an American author, cooking teacher, and food writer who has lived in France for over 25 years. She is the author of several books on French cooking and culture, including In a French Kitchen: Tales and Traditions of Everyday Home Cooking in France, and runs a cooking school in Normandy.

Teach Like a Champion facilitators

Teach Like a Champion was founded by Doug Lemov as part of Uncommon Schools' commitment to sharing teaching insights that enable all students to achieve at dramatically higher levels. The organisation studies exceptional teachers to identify replicable techniques, now catalogued in Teach Like a Champion 3.0 with 63 evidence-informed teaching techniques.

Teachers College, Columbia University faculty

Teachers College, Columbia University, founded in 1887, is the oldest and largest graduate school of education in the United States. TC Academy is its professional development arm, offering programs that leverage the college's faculty expertise across education, health, leadership, and psychology to serve practicing educators and organisations worldwide.

Terra Tarango and Ben Talsma

Terra Tarango and Ben Talsma are educators with the Van Andel Institute for Education, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to transforming teaching and learning through innovative, research-based approaches. They specialise in game-based learning strategies that develop critical and creative thinking skills in K-12 classrooms.

Terra Tarango, Ben Talsma

Terra Tarango is the Chief Education Officer at the Van Andel Institute for Education, bringing over 20 years of experience in educational publishing and curriculum development. She is passionate about fostering curiosity-driven learning and has led numerous initiatives to support teachers in creating engaging, inquiry-based classroom experiences. Ben Talsma is an educator and facilitator at the Van Andel Institute for Education.

Tes (formerly EduCare) safeguarding training team

Tes is a global education company providing safeguarding training (formerly under the EduCare brand), recruitment services, and teaching resources for schools worldwide. Their safeguarding platform is ranked #1 on EdTech Impact and offers over 40 expert-developed courses for school staff.

The Key for School Leaders editorial team

The Key for School Leaders is the UK's most widely trusted support service for school leadership, used by over half of all schools in England. The platform provides over 4,300 resources covering all aspects of school and trust leadership, including guidance, templates, interactive tools, and leadership courses, all created by education professionals.

Thomas R. Guskey

Thomas R. Guskey is Professor Emeritus at the University of Kentucky and a leading international researcher on assessment, grading, and educational reform. He has authored or edited over 30 books, including *On Your Mark: Challenging the Conventions of Grading and Reporting* and *Get Set, Go! Creating Successful Grading and Reporting Systems*. Guskey has received the American Educational Research Association's prestigious award for relating research to practice and has worked with educators in all 50 US states and internationally.

Tim Brown

Tim Brown is a Solution Tree associate and former school principal at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. He is recognised as an energetic and articulate presenter who has implemented the Professional Learning Communities at Work model throughout his career. Brown specialises in shared leadership, guiding coalitions, and response to intervention frameworks.

Tim Needles, Kim Allman

Tim Needles is an artist, educator, TEDx speaker, and author of STEAM Power: Infusing Art Into Your STEM Curriculum. He teaches art, film, and emerging media at Smithtown School District and Five Towns College, and has received ISTE's Technology in Action Award and Creativity Award, NAEA's Eastern Region Art Educator Award, and The Rauschenberg Power of Art Award. Kim Allman is Head of Corporate Responsibility and Government Affairs at Gen (Norton), overseeing ESG strategy and the Gen Foundation, with extensive experience in cybersecurity policy and digital citizenship education.

Timothy D. Kanold

Dr. Timothy D. Kanold is an award-winning educator, author, and consultant. He served as superintendent of Adlai E. Stevenson High School (one of the highest-performing schools in the US) and as president of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. He is the author of the HEART! and SOUL! book series and a lead architect of the Mathematics at Work PLC framework through Solution Tree.

Tina Hargaden

Tina Hargaden is a language and literacy educator with 17 years of experience and the founder of CI Liftoff. She co-authored 'A Natural Approach to the Year' with Ben Slavic and moderates the CI Liftoff community of over 3,400 language teachers. She specialises in comprehensible input methods and proficiency-based language teaching.

TNTP consulting team

TNTP (formerly The New Teacher Project) is a national non-profit organisation that works with school systems to improve teaching and learning for all students. TNTP provides consulting, research, and advocacy focused on effective instruction, talent development, and educational equity. Their case studies document successful school improvement initiatives across the United States.

Tom Schimmer

Tom Schimmer is an internationally recognised speaker, author, and consultant with 35 years of experience in education. He is the author of 'Grading from the Inside Out' and co-founder of the Canadian Assessment Centre. His first 7 years were as a classroom teacher, followed by 11 years as a school administrator, before becoming a full-time consultant in 2011.

Tom Spencer

Tom Spencer is a NEED Project Facilitator. The National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that creates and delivers objective, multi-sided energy education programs through networks of students, educators, business, government, and community leaders.

Tony Vallance

Tony Vallance is co-owner of Building Better Brains, the 2019 Australian Education Awards Teacher of the Year, and a qualified play therapist, counsellor, and behaviour support specialist with 14 years of teaching experience. He holds a BSc (Zoology), Grad Dip Ed, Dip Counselling, and Post Grad in Play Therapy.

TQI facilitators and network participants

The ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) is an independent statutory authority established under the ACT Teacher Quality Institute Act 2010, dedicated to building the professional standing of ACT teachers through professional regulation, teacher registration, professional learning accreditation, and practical initiatives to raise teacher quality.

Tracy Anthony, Dr Dennis Wollersheim

Tracy Anthony is Principal Consultant and Founder of Real Minds AI with 30+ years of enterprise transformation experience across utilities, government, and education. Dr Dennis Wollersheim holds a PhD in Computer Science, has published 53 peer-reviewed papers, and served as Principal Analyst for Victoria's COVID-19 response.

Tristin Koch and Rachel Roberson

Tristin Koch and Rachel Roberson are educators and curriculum specialists at KQED, San Francisco's public media organization. They work on KQED's education initiatives, developing media literacy and civic engagement curricula that leverage public media resources to support classroom learning.

UCLA Center X Mathematics Project

UCLA Center X is a division of the UCLA Graduate School of Education and Information Studies, known for its Mathematics Project that has supported hundreds of schools in implementing Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) and collaborative mathematics teaching practices across Los Angeles County.

UCLA Center X Mathematics Project facilitators

UCLA Center X is part of UCLA's Graduate School of Education and Information Studies, dedicated to improving educational outcomes through partnerships with schools and communities. The UCLA Mathematics Project is one of their flagship programs, working with both students and teachers to advance high-quality mathematics education.

UCLA Center X NBPTS Project team

UCLA Center X is a division of the UCLA School of Education & Information Studies dedicated to teacher professional development, teacher education, and school transformation. The NBPTS Project supports educators through the National Board Certification process, partnering with CTA, NEA, and Stanford's National Board Resource Center.

UCLA Writing Project Fellows

UCLA Writing Project Fellows are experienced classroom teachers who have completed the Invitational Writing Project leadership institute. They are passionate writers and educators dedicated to nurturing young thinkers, readers, and writers.

University of Waikato Future Students team

The University of Waikato is a public research university in Hamilton, New Zealand, established in 1964. The university offers weekly campus tours as part of its commitment to accessible engagement with prospective students and the wider community.

University of Waikato School of Education staff

The University of Waikato's School of Education (Te Kura Toi Tangata) is one of New Zealand's leading centres for education research and teacher professional development, offering a wide range of qualifications and professional learning opportunities guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

University of Waikato staff

The University of Waikato is a public research university in Hamilton, New Zealand, established in 1964. It is ranked among the top universities globally and is particularly recognised for its Faculty of Education, School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, and research in Māori and Indigenous studies.

University of Waikato Student Ambassadors

The University of Waikato is a leading New Zealand university based in Hamilton, with a second campus in Tauranga. It offers programmes across a wide range of disciplines and is known for its research strength, particularly in science, education, and Māori and Indigenous studies.

Val Brown

Val Brown is an educator, consultant, and writer specialising in equity, identity, and culturally responsive teaching. Her work has been published by ASCD in Educational Leadership, and she is dedicated to helping educators use education as a vehicle for social change. Val provides professional development workshops, keynotes, and consulting focused on dismantling systemic barriers and creating inclusive learning environments.

Valentina Gonzalez

Dr. Valentina Gonzalez is the founder of Rooted Linguistics LLC and an international multilingual learner consultant with over 25 years in education. She is the co-author of 'Welcome to Teaching Multilingual Learners,' 'Equitable Instruction for English Learners in the Content Areas,' and 'Reading & Writing with English Learners: A Framework for K-5.' She has served as a classroom teacher, district ESL facilitator, and professional development specialist.

Vanessa Levin

Vanessa Levin is an early childhood educator with over 20 years of classroom experience, founder of Pre-K Pages, and author of the bestselling Teach Smarter: Literacy Strategies for Early Childhood Teachers. She served as Instructional Specialist for over 40 Pre-K teachers and wrote the ELA Pre-K curriculum for her district.

Various ACER researchers and invited education experts

Teacher Magazine is published by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER), an independent, not-for-profit research organisation established in 1930. ACER is one of the world's leading educational research centres, known for developing assessments (including contributions to PISA and NAPLAN), conducting large-scale education research, and providing evidence-based resources for educators and policymakers.

Various Canadian education leaders and researchers

The EdCan Network is a bilingual pan-Canadian organisation with over 130 years of history, connecting 75,000+ members across the Canadian K–12 education sector. The network produces EdCan Magazine, EdCan Wire podcast, and the EdCan Academy online learning platform.

Various experienced classroom educators

SimpleK12 courses are created and taught by experienced educators with direct classroom experience. The platform partners with schools and districts to deliver professional development that is practical, relevant, and aligned with current teaching standards.

Various music education professionals (call for proposals)

The New Hampshire Music Educators Association (NHMEA) is the state affiliate of NAfME, dedicated to supporting music education and music educators across New Hampshire. NHMEA organises festivals, conferences, and professional learning opportunities throughout the year.

Various nationally recognised educators and researchers

SHAPE America (Society of Health and Physical Educators) is the nation's largest membership organisation of health and physical education professionals, with a mission to advance professional practice and promote research-based knowledge to prepare educators and support healthy, active lifestyles.

Various presenters (call for proposals open)

The National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) is the largest professional association in the United States devoted exclusively to social studies education. NCSS provides leadership, service, and support for all social studies educators.

Various presenters and exhibitors

SmartMusic by MakeMusic (a Peaksware company) is a leading music education technology platform used by thousands of schools worldwide. SmartMusic provides interactive practice tools with instant feedback on pitch and rhythm, a vast library of method books and repertoire, and assessment tools that help music educators manage student practice and progress.

Various speakers from CAG's roster

Collaborative Agency Group (CAG) is a global speakers bureau founded by Andy Cohen and Tom Najemy, specialising in connecting education organisations with world-class speakers and thought leaders across K-12, higher education, and EdTech.

Various speakers from Premiere's roster

Premiere Speakers Bureau is one of the largest speakers bureaus in the United States, connecting organisations with keynote speakers, workshop presenters, and thought leaders. Their education roster includes notable speakers such as Ron Clark (Disney's American Teacher of the Year) and many other recognised educators and researchers. They offer a zero-cost booking service for event planners.

Various top-ranked education thought leaders

Global Gurus is an international organisation that identifies and ranks the world's leading speakers, trainers, and thought leaders across multiple professional domains including education, leadership, management, and organisational culture.

WA Department of Education Career Advisors

The Western Australian Department of Education is the state government body responsible for public education in Western Australia. Their Career Conversations program delivers free community events across the state to help families and students make informed decisions about post-school pathways.

WA Department of Education career education staff

The Western Australian Department of Education is the state government agency responsible for public education in Western Australia. Their Career Conversations initiative is a state-wide program of free community events designed to help parents and families support their children's career planning and post-school transitions.

WA Department of Education career team and local providers

The Western Australian Department of Education is the state government body responsible for public education in Western Australia. The Department runs Career Conversations events statewide to help families and educators explore post-school options and career pathways for young people.

WA Department of Education Instrumental Music School Services

The Western Australian Department of Education's Instrumental Music School Services (IMSS) provides specialist music education across WA public schools, coordinating festivals, performances, and professional learning for music educators statewide.

WIDA professional learning team, University of Wisconsin–Madison

WIDA is a research centre and consortium housed at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, serving educators in 42 U.S. states and territories and over 500 international schools. WIDA develops the most widely used English language development standards, assessments, and professional development resources for educators working with multilingual learners.

William & Mary School of Education Faculty

The College of William & Mary's School of Education is home to the internationally recognised Center for Gifted Education, established in 1988. The School offers fully online graduate programmes in PK-12 Educational Leadership and Gifted Education, preparing educators for transformative leadership roles.