
Welcome to the
First Six Weeks of School Conference
Registration is now open for The First Six Weeks of School Conference. The first six weeks of a new school year are a fresh opportunity for educators to set their students up for a productive and meaningful year of learning by creating safe, joyful, and rigorous learning communities where all students, regardless of their strengths and challenges, can thrive.
In that spirit, The First Six Weeks of School Conference gathers educators, school and district leaders, and students and their families for three days of exciting learning, networking, and conversation centered around social-emotional learning and instructional practices that help educators build inclusive, engaged learning communities.
Open Call for Conference Proposals
The First Six Weeks of School Conference is currently accepting presentation and conference session proposals. Join us July 9-11, 2025, in Washington D.C., to share your SEL knowledge, insights, and innovative practices with a national audience of educators, school and district leaders, and students and their families.
The deadline to submit proposals is March 2, 2025.

Who is Attending?
The First Six Weeks of School Conference has something to offer every member of your school community.
Educators
Discover practical strategies for creating engaging, inclusive classrooms, building strong routines, and integrating SEL at the beginning of the school year.
School and District Leaders
Gain valuable insights into leading SEL-focused initiatives, fostering staff well-being, and building schoolwide systems that support equity, engagement, and academic achievement.
Students and Families
Learn ways to collaborate with educators, support SEL at home, and build strong partnerships that create joyful, thriving learning communities.
The Washington Hilton
Book your stay at The First Six Weeks of School Conference 2025 hotel. Use our passkey link below for specialty conference rates. Hotel rooms are available on a first-come, first served basis.
Have Additional Questions?
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