National Conference on Education - AASA 2027
NCE is AASA's national conference for superintendents and K-12 district leadership teams, hosted by AASA, The School Superintendents Association.
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA
- Dates
- Feb. 25–27, 2027 (Pre-Conference Workshops Feb. 24)
- Venue
- Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA
- Price
- From $795 (Early, AASA member, by Oct. 31)
- Attendance
- 5,000+ public school leaders expected
TL;DR
- NCE 2027 runs February 25–27, 2027 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, with Pre-Conference Workshops on February 24.
- Registration starts at $795 for AASA members who register by October 31, and pricing depends on membership status and registration date.
- The event includes general sessions, NCE Thought Leaders talks, coffee breaks, and an Exhibit Hall open Thursday and Friday.
- AASA expects more than 5,000 public school leaders and 1,500 exhibitors from every state.
About
NCE is one of the largest national gatherings of school superintendents, typically drawing more than 4,000 education leaders from all 50 states. The conference is organized by AASA, The School Superintendents Association, described as the leading national voice for public education and school system leadership. The prior edition, NCE 2026, was held in Nashville.
Who you'll find in the room
Superintendents & Central-Office Leaders
Superintendents, district leaders, and central-office staff form the primary NCE audience.
Education Professors & K-12 Leadership Teams
Education professors and K-12 leadership teams from the U.S. and internationally also attend; both AASA members and nonmembers are welcome.
Featured speakers
5 listedDavid Hinojosa
Sal Kahn
Founder & CEO · Khan Academy
Ron Clark
American Educator & Author · Ron Clark Academy
Ana Homayoun
Founder & CEO · Green Ivy Educational Consulting LLC
Anne Marie Anderson
Broadcaster and Author
What attendees say
“NCE is the best professional development and networking event each year. It renews my "why" and gives me an opportunity to share and learn with colleagues from across the US.”
“AASA's National Conference on Education provides me the opportunity to grow as a professional, learn from my colleagues across the nation and return to my district better prepared to lead and serve.”
Past editions
1 on record| Edition | Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Nashville |
Venue & travel
Venue
Georgia World Congress CenterQuestions people ask
8 answeredNCE 2027 takes place February 25–27, 2027, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, with Pre-Conference Workshops on February 24.
NCE 2027 is expected to draw more than 5,000 public school leaders from every state, plus 1,500+ exhibitors. NCE overall is one of the largest national gatherings of superintendents, typically attracting over 4,000 education leaders from all 50 states.
NCE 2027 is held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA.
Pricing depends on AASA membership status and how early you register. The standard member rate is $795 (Early, by October 31), $900 (Regular, by January 15), or $1,005 (Late, after January 15); nonmember rates run $1,025 to $1,240, and Comprehensive Registration, which adds one year of AASA membership, runs $1,240 to $1,450. District teams of three or more, including at least one Active AASA Member, qualify for a discounted rate of $710 to $995 each, and spouse or guest registration is a flat $90.
NCE draws superintendents, district leaders, central-office staff, education professors, and K-12 leadership teams from the U.S. and internationally. Both AASA members and nonmembers are welcome to attend.
It is most useful for superintendents and district leadership teams, since the attendance figures run to several thousand school leaders from every state and the featured speakers include Sal Kahn of Khan Academy and Ron Clark of the Ron Clark Academy. Team registration is discounted for groups of three or more, which suits districts sending several leaders. Vendors get direct access to district decision-makers among the 1,500+ expected exhibitors, though the exhibit hall is open only on two days with limited hours, and the crowded floor means smaller companies may struggle to stand out.
School administrators at national superintendent conferences usually wear business casual to business professional, such as suits or blazers, with comfortable shoes for the large Georgia World Congress Center and its exhibit hall.
Attendee roles include superintendents, district leaders, central-office staff, education professors, and K-12 leadership teams. Exhibiting companies get direct access to superintendents and school system leaders who influence billions of dollars in education spending.
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