NCED Connect Symposium
February 9–11, 2026 Koury Convention Center, Greensboro, NC
The NCED Connect Symposium brings together North Carolina’s digital teaching and learning leaders, technology directors, central office leadership, instructional coaches, NCSIS data managers and leads, as well as district innovators for three days of powerful collaboration and forward-thinking sessions.
This statewide event is designed to connect people, platforms, and possibilities across North Carolina’s education ecosystem.
Attendees will explore the latest updates on NCED Connect (NCEES, Schoolnet, LMS), NCSIS (Infinite Campus), School Connectivity, E-Rate, Cybersecurity, and Digital Teaching & Learning initiatives—all while engaging with hands-on sessions led by DPI teams, regional experts, and district practitioners.
Through keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities, participants will:
- Discover integrated solutions that power digital learning environments
- Learn about emerging technologies and AI integration in classrooms
- Collaborate on best practices for connectivity, cybersecurity, and innovation
- Strengthen their connections with colleagues and partners across the state
- Be apart of our first student AI Solve-A-Thon
- Annual School Library Media Directors Meeting
- Cybersecurity Table Top Exercises Event
- and more!
Join us as we build bridges between data, instruction, and innovation—because when North Carolina educators connect, students thrive!
Ticket Categories & Pricing **New!**
Early Bird Registration (Oct. 17–Nov 7) Lunch and Breakfast included
- Individual Registration: $250 – Save before the early bird deadline!
- Team Builder 5-Pack: Buy 4, get 1 free ($250 each) – perfect for small teams.
- Buy 8, Get 2 Free + 1 Hotel Room: Register 8, get 2 free registrations plus one complimentary hotel room for three nights – ideal for larger district teams.
General Registration (Nov. 8–26)
- Individual: $350
- Group: $350 each (invoiced together)
Late Registration (Nov. 27–Feb. 6): $450 each
Presenter Registration: Please see separate email.
**Invoices are automatically emailed upon registration and should be paid within two weeks.
Now accepting reservations!
The event will be held at the Koury Convention Center in Greensboro. Discounted room rates and booking links will be shared upon registration. Teams purchasing the Buy 8, Get 2 Free + 1 Hotel Room package will receive details for their complimentary stay via email for the first attendee registered.
Through this website you can book, modify or cancel your hotel reservations at any time and receive updated information about the event. We look forward to seeing you!
Make your room reservation using this link: https://book.passkey.com/e/51089195
Interested in a sponsorship opportunity for the 2026 NCED Connect Symposium?
Visit NCED Connect 2026 - Sponsorship Opportunities for details about our Tiers.
If you are interested, complete the 2026 NCED Connect Sponsorship Application by January 7, 2026.
- Identify a local community issue
- Develop an innovative solution using AI tools
- Present their ideas in virtual pitch sessions this November
- Registration Opens: September 2, 2025- Closes Oct. 6, 2025 (Only requires coach's information. Student information will be due Oct. 27)
- Informational Webinars:
- Webinar Recording: go.ncdpi.gov/Solve-A-Thon-Webinar
- Resources & Information: go.ncdpi.gov/NC-AI-Solve-A-Thon
Thank you to our 2026 NCED Connect Sponsors
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Event Map | 
Included Meals | 
Internet Access |
NCSIS Sessions | 
Phase II Training Site - TBA | 
Presenter Information |
NCSIS Knowledge Owl | 
Upcoming NCSIS Events | 
Dinner Options |