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Educators Assemble™ 2026

Educators Assemble™ 2026

Restoring, equipping, and empowering early childhood educators across every dimension of life.

Don’t miss a day of transformative sessions, powerful speakers, and life-changing resources.

It's Not an educational conference, it's A conference for educators

What Is Educators Assemble™?

Educators Assemble™ is more than a conference—it is a movement dedicated to restoring, equipping, and empowering early childhood educators.

We support the holistic well-being of educators who are often the foundation of our communities but are too rarely given the care, recognition, or resources they deserve. Through intentional gatherings, shared learning, and community-building, we create space for renewal, growth, and collective strength.

This is not just professional development—it is a space for restoration, connection, and purpose.

Our Purpose

  • Restore and empower early childhood educators
  • Foster personal and professional growth
  • Promote well-being and financial wholeness
  • Build thriving communities of care

The Four Pillars of Whole-Educator Wellness

  • Mental and physical health
  • Financial well-being
  • Career development
  • Professional growth and sustainability
Two Experiences. One Movement.

Educators Assemble™ 2026

October 15 – 17, 2026 | New Orleans, Louisiana

Pre-Conference

October 15 | Common House New Orleans
For directors, owners, administrators, coaches, system and organizational leaders.

A focused leadership experience designed to help organizations build well leaders and well organizations.

Add-On: $100
Standalone: $125

Main Conference

October 16 – 17 | Xavier University
This conference is for anyone serving partners or providing for children from birth through 12th grade.

A two-day immersive experience for educators and education professionals focused on wellness, growth, and workforce sustainability.

Mental & physical well-being tools
Financial wellness strategies
Career growth and leadership development
Community partner resources
Rest, reflection, and renewal spaces

Regular Registration: $125 (until August 31, 2026)
Late Registration: $155 (August 31- October 15, 2026)

Planning to attend with a group of 10 or more? Group rates are available—email careertraininggroupla@gmail.com for more information.

Become A Sponsor Or Exhibitor

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designed to help you thrive

Impactful Sessions

Every session at Educators Assemble™ is intentionally designed to support the whole educator. Through expert-led presentations, practical workshops, and meaningful conversations, attendees will gain tools to strengthen their well-being, advance their careers, build financial confidence, and foster lasting community connections.

From wellness and leadership to workforce development and personal growth, each experience is rooted in our commitment to helping educators thrive both personally and professionally.

Calling all INDUSTRY LEADERS, INNOVATORS, AND CHANGEMAKERS

Present at Educators Assemble™ 2026

We are currently accepting session proposals for Educators Assemble™ 2026.

This is an opportunity to share your expertise, experiences, and insights with educators, leaders, and community partners committed to building a stronger, healthier education workforce.

We welcome presenters who are passionate about wellness, leadership, workforce development, mental health, financial well-being, and innovative practices that support educators both personally and professionally.

If your work aligns with our mission, we invite you to contribute to this year’s experience.

Submission deadline: June 30

INDUSTRY LEADERS, INNOVATORS, AND CHANGEMAKERS

Featured Speakers

This year’s Educators Assemble™ Conference features an exceptional lineup of speakers from across industries, offering practical and transformative ideas to support educators everywhere.

Niki Da'Jon, featured speaker of EAC 2026.

Niki Da’Jon, MBA

Founder & CEO of Career Training Group & KSL Consulting

Dr. Siobhan D. Flowers, featured speaker of EAC 2026.

Dr. Siobhan D. Flowers

Founder & CEO of
Strategic Wellness Partners, Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Leadership Wellness Consultant

Robert Harris, featured speaker of EAC 2026.

Robert Harris, LPC

Founder of Greater Than 3, Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant, Social Entrepreneur

Vanessa Pitts

Vanessa Pitts, MAT

Founder of the Well Educator, Educator, Wellness Facilitator, Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor

Jerletha McDonald, featured speaker of EAC 2026.

Jerletha McDonald

Founder & CEO of Arlington DFW Family Childcare Network, Family Childcare CEO, FCC Strategist & Consultant

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Sylvester Johnson

Senior Capital Access Manager of Propeller

Jen Roberts, featured speaker of EAC 2026.

Jen Roberts, MA, Ed.M., EMBA

Chief Executive Officer of Agenda for Children, Executive Leader & Strategist

Melody McGuire, featured speaker of EAC 2026.

Melody McGuire

Founder & CEO of Early Childhood Educators Circle Time™, Early Childhood Education & Childcare Business Consultant, National Accreditation Specialist

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Andrea Heard

Featured Speaker Interviews

Hear directly from the speakers joining Educators Assemble as they share what to expect from their sessions, what they’re bringing to the conversation, and what they hope every attendee will take away.

Featured Sessions

I Work for Children: A Classroom Simulation for Early Learners

Step into the first day of school from a child’s perspective. This interactive simulation guides educators to reflect on classroom setup, teacher tone, and routines that build trust, joy, and equity from the very beginning.

The Power of Homeownership

Homeownership can be a pathway to stability, financial growth, and well-being. This session will cover how to choose the right realtor, lender, and first-time buyer program, plus strategies like multi-unit investing to build long-term wealth.

Maximizing your income and classroom outcomes

Discover practical tools for money management and credit building, designed with educators in mind. This session highlights how financial literacy not only boosts income but also creates the stability needed to thrive in both life and career.

Panel: “Less Money, More Problems”

This panel will explore the connections held between financial wellness and career growth. Speakers will share strategies to navigate the challenges and obstacles that impact both personal stability and professional advancement.

Unapologetic Self Care: Choosing You First

Join Emoni Harbor as she explores saying ‘yes’ to yourself without guilt. Learn practical tools to prioritize rest, set boundaries, and reclaim your energy, guided by her experience as a yoga teacher, studio owner, and community leader.

ECE Career Development

Join Jenny Cowan and Vickie Jordan from Louisiana Pathways for an insightful session on building a strong career path in early childhood education. Learn about key programs and tools that support professional growth and leave with practical strategies to advance your career.

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Well Leaders. Well Organizations.

Pre-Conference

Thursday, October 15, 2026
Common House New Orleans | New Orleans, Louisiana

Strong organizations begin with healthy leaders.

The Educators Assemble™ Pre-Conference is an exclusive leadership experience designed for administrators, directors, owners, coaches, system leaders, and support organizations committed to building healthier, more sustainable workplaces.

Leadership can be rewarding, but it can also be isolating, stressful, and demanding. Too often, those responsible for supporting others are left without the resources, community, and support they need themselves. This experience is dedicated to changing that narrative.

Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, facilitated conversations, and practical workshops, participants will explore how wellness can be intentionally integrated into leadership practices, organizational culture, and workforce strategy.

What You’ll Gain

  • Practical strategies for supporting leader well-being
  • Tools for creating healthier workplace cultures
  • Insights into workforce retention and staff support
  • Connections with fellow leaders and decision-makers
  • Actionable ideas for integrating wellness into organizational systems

Pricing

Add-On to Conference Registration: $100
Pre-Conference Only: $125

Because when leaders are well, organizations can thrive.

Who Should attend?
  • Child Care Center Directors
  • School Leaders and Administrators
  • Owners and Operators
  • Coaches and Consultants
  • Nonprofit and Agency Leaders
  • Support Organizations
  • Emerging Leaders and Managers
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2025 Educators Assemble™ Conference speaker addressing the room.
What You’ll Leave With
  • Practical tools to support mental and physical well-being
  • Strategies to strengthen financial stability and future planning
  • Career development and professional growth resources
  • Meaningful connections with educators, leaders, and peers
  • Access to community organizations and support partners
  • Renewed energy, purpose, and inspiration
The Wellness Conference for the Education Workforce

Main Conference

October 16 – 17, 2026
Xavier University | New Orleans, Louisiana

Education cannot thrive if educators are struggling.

Across the country, educators are facing unprecedented challenges related to stress, burnout, financial strain, mental health, and workforce retention. Educators Assemble™ was created to respond directly to these realities by bringing together educators, leaders, organizations, and community partners committed to building a stronger future for education.

For two transformational days, attendees will engage in immersive conversations, hands-on experiences, inspiring presentations, and practical learning designed to support both personal and professional growth.

This is not a conference where you simply sit and listen.

This is a conference where you experience.

What You’ll Leave With
  • Practical tools to support mental and physical well-being
  • Strategies to strengthen financial stability and future planning
  • Career development and professional growth resources
  • Meaningful connections with educators, leaders, and peers
  • Access to community organizations and support partners
  • Renewed energy, purpose, and inspiration

What Makes This Experience Different

Wellness Lounge

Spaces to rest, reset, and recharge throughout the event.

Community Resource Partners

Organizations offering tools, services, and support beyond the conference.

Interactive Experiences

Hands-on workshops and applied learning opportunities.

Educator Voice Sessions

Educators share lived experiences and shape the future of the field.

Dynamic Speakers

Experts in wellness, leadership, and education transformation.

Why Educators Assemble™

Because the future of education depends on the people who make it possible.

When educators are mentally healthy, physically well, financially stable, and professionally supported, children, families, schools, and communities all benefit.

Educators Assemble™ exists to help strengthen education from the inside out by investing in the people at its center.

Join Us in New Orleans

Come for the learning. Leave with a community. Return with renewed purpose and direction.

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Our Sponsors

We’re proud to partner with organizations that share our mission of uplifting and empowering educators. Their support helps make the Educators Assemble™ Conference possible, providing resources and opportunities that directly benefit our community.

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Platinum Sponsor

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Gold Sponsor

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Silver Sponsor

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Bronze Sponsor

Want to showcase your brand while supporting educators? Join us as a sponsor or vendor at Educators Assemble™. Gain visibility, connect with attendees, and make an impact.

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