Frequently Asked Questions

Please find answers below to your most frequently asked questions:

What is the cost to attend the Elevate Teachers Conference?

There is no cost for registration and attendance of the conference.

Are districts, universities, MDE offices, or other participating organizations responsible for travel costs?

Participants are responsible for ensuring funding for any related travel costs.

Where is the Elevate Conference held?

Planning is currently underway for next year’s conference, so please check back periodically for updates.

What are the hotel accommodations?

Planning is currently underway for next year’s conference, so please check back periodically for updates.

Is the Elevate Teachers Conference a requirement for MTR residents and mentors, PBL candidates or any other type of teacher/administrator?

Attendance is not a requirement for the PBL/MTR program as we understand that local district and/or university timelines may conflict with conference dates.  When possible, we hope you will encourage attendance as we would like to recognize participation in these innovative programs.  
If you have any questions about the conference, feel free to reach out to Brystal Ransom, Educator Workforce Supervisor, at bransom@mdek12.org or Alexandrea Brumfield, Coordinator of Innovation and Engagement at abrumfield@mdek12.org.

Who are the guest speakers?

Planning is currently underway for next year’s conference, so please check back periodically for updates.

How many CEU's will be awarded?

Participants can earn up to 1.2 CEUs. Information on how to apply for CEUs will be provided closer to the conference date.

Is there a cost for an exhibitor table at the Elevate Teacher’s Conference?

There is no cost for exhibitor tables at the conference.

Are vendors allowed to present?

Exhibitors are welcome to submit a presentation proposal!

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