Join a dynamic gathering of education leaders, innovators and change makers to shape the future of research, policy and practice. The William and Ida Friday Institute for Educational Innovation is hosting the first annual Education in Motion Summit: Amplify, Accelerate, Catalyze of education partners working in similar spaces: centers, institutes, non-profit organizations and more.

This event is more than just a meeting—it’s a launchpad for collaboration, inspiration and action. Connect with like-minded peers, forge powerful partnerships and dive into critical conversations about today’s educational challenges and opportunities. Together, we’ll uncover fresh insights, spark innovative solutions and lay the foundation for sustainable initiatives that will redefine education. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, amplify your impact or be part of a movement driving real change, this is the event you won’t want to miss!

Questions? Please email Emma Braaten (ekbraate@ncsu.edu).

To register, click the button below or go to go.ncsu.edu/edinmotionregistration2026

Goals

• Amplify collaborative dialogue by holding space for education leaders and partners to share insights, explore common themes and align priorities across research, policy and practice.
• Accelerate progress in education by examining the current landscape and uniting partners around actionable strategies to drive innovation and improve outcomes for all learners.
• Catalyze innovative solutions by identifying shared successes and challenges, fostering collective problem-solving to overcome barriers and drive meaningful impact.

Key Takeaways

1. Fresh Insights into Education’s Current Landscape | Gain a deeper understanding of the intersections between research, policy and practice, along with the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of education.
2. Collaborative Problem-Solving Strategies | Identify actionable solutions to common barriers, informed by shared successes and varied perspectives from leaders across the field.
3. Stronger Professional Networks | Build meaningful connections with peers and thought leaders, laying the groundwork for future partnerships and collaborative initiatives.
4. Clearer Pathways for Impact | Leave with practical tools, ideas and strategies to accelerate progress and catalyze change in your own organization or work.
5. Inspiration for Sustained Action | Develop a renewed sense of purpose and direction, fueled by innovative ideas and the collective energy of participants committed to advancing education.

Event Details

• Date | February 24, 2026
• Venue | Friday Institute for Educational Innovation (1890 Main Campus Dr, Raleigh, NC)
• Parking | Complimentary onsite parking
• Hotel Block Available:
  • The StateView Hotel | 2451 Alumni Drive | Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Dates: Monday, 02/23/26 through Wednesday, 2/25/26
  • $205.00, plus tax
  • Reservation Link (rate available until Jan 23, 2026)

Agenda

• 9:00 AM | Breakfast
• 9:30 AM | Welcome and Framing
• 9:45 AM | Opening Keynote : The Power of Evidence in Education
• 10:15 AM | Leadership Perspectives : Championing Change
• 11:00 AM | Break
• 11:15 AM | Possibilities of Practice : Signals, Patterns & Trends
• 12:00 PM | Lunch
• 12:45 PM | Partnerships That Move the Needle
• 1:15 PM | Breakout Sessions : Overcoming Barriers to Progress
• 2:30 PM | Break
• 2:45 PM | From Insight to Action : A Call to Action
• 3:15 PM | Practitioner Reflections & Next Steps
• 3:30 PM | Departure

Questions? Please email Emma Braaten (ekbraate@ncsu.edu).