2026 Pennsylvania Department of Education (In-Person) Conference

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Session Dates

Wednesday February 25, 2026 1:00 PM - 5:10 PM - Hershey Lodge and Convention Center
Thursday February 26, 2026 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM - Hershey Lodge and Convention Center
Friday February 27, 2026 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM - Hershey Lodge and Convention Center

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Offering a chance to learn and interact with presenters who are recognized nationally, along with colleagues from all over the state, this annual statewide conference will highlight effective instructional strategies and interventions to make a positive educational impact on every student.

Objectives

Participants will be able to:

Explain how inclusive performing arts programs can foster connection, belonging, and growth for learners of all abilities.
Describe the concept of “musiking” to their own context as a tool for building inclusion and meaningful relationships.
Identify the moments that matter and reflect on the difference you’ve already made.
Reframe setbacks and approach challenges with humor and heart.

Target Audience

General education and special education administrators and teachers, paraprofessionals, school psychologists, professional development staff, and families of students with disabilities are encouraged to attend.

Topics Covered: Special Education Law

Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate individuals who have special needs as addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act and who need assistance at this event. Contact: Sonia Delligatti at sdelligatti@pattan.net

Event Info

Event Type:

Inservices/workshops

Credit Type:

Registration Fee - PA Professional or Parent

Registration Fee - Out-of-state Profes. or Parent

Presenters:

Multiple Presenters

Event Contact:

Registration:

Ashely Frye
PDEConferenceRegistration@pattankop.net
800-441-3215

Content Contact:

Tammy Bertel
tbertel@pattan.net
610-878-7256

Additional Info

By registering for the PDE Conference, you authorize PDE/BSE/PaTTAN to record and edit into the program and related materials your name, likeness, image, voice and participation in and performance on film, tape or otherwise for use in the above program or parts thereof. You agree that the Program may be edited and otherwise altered at the sole discretion of the producer and used in whole or in part for any and all broadcasting, non-broadcasting, audio/visual, and/or exhibition purposes in any manner or media, in perpetuity.