Elevate: Elementary and Preschool Teacher Conference

The Elevate Conference is designed for a wide range of professionals fostering positive and effective learning environments for students of all ages. If you are looking to enhance your skills in classroom management, cultivate a supportive school culture, address student behavior proactively, and promote social-emotional learning, then Elevate is the conference for you.

Elevate Conference 2025

The 2025 Elevate conference, themed "LEVEL UP and Leave a Legacy," will take place October 23-25, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, at the Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate.

2025 Elevate Conference Keynote Speakers:

Jill Molli: Conscious Discipline Chief Growth Officer
Latoria Marcellus: Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor
Dr. Valerie Parker: Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor
Lety Valero: Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor
Caleb Campbell: Motivational Speaker and Influencer

The Elevate Teacher Conference is ideal for:

Elementary School Teachers

If you're passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging atmosphere in your elementary classroom, Elevate will provide you with practical Conscious Discipline strategies.
You'll learn how to build a "School Family," manage transitions smoothly, and teach essential self-regulation skills to your young learners. This directly addresses the need to elevate elementary education practices.

Preschool Teachers and Early Childhood Educators

Laying a strong foundation of regulation in the early years is crucial. Elevate offers valuable insights and techniques for implementing Conscious Discipline in preschool settings.
You'll discover how to guide young children in managing their emotions, building healthy relationships, and resolving conflicts constructively. This is key to elevate preschool education.

School Administrators and Leaders

Creating a positive and consistent school-wide culture starts with leadership. Elevate provides administrators with tools to support their staff in implementing Conscious Discipline effectively. You'll learn how to foster a collaborative environment, improve teacher retention, and create a trauma-informed school community. This empowers you to elevate your leadership and impact the entire school.

Special Education Teachers and Support Staff

Conscious Discipline's trauma-responsive approach is particularly beneficial for students with diverse learning needs and behavioral challenges. Elevate offers specialized insights and strategies for supporting these students, promoting their self-regulation, and creating inclusive classroom environments.

School Counselors, Social Workers, and Mental Health Professionals

Understanding and implementing Conscious Discipline provides a powerful framework for supporting students' social, emotional, and behavioral well-being. Elevate offers opportunities to deepen your knowledge of this approach and integrate it into your practice, allowing you to further elevate teachers and support student mental health.

Teacher Coaches and Professional Development Providers

Elevate offers a deep dive into Conscious Discipline, equipping coaches and PD providers with the knowledge and resources to effectively train and support teachers in implementing this approach within their schools and districts.

Why Attend Elevate Conference?

Gain practical strategies: The conference focuses on providing actionable techniques that you can use in your classroom or school immediately.
Understand Conscious Discipline: Go beyond introductory workshops and gain a comprehensive understanding of the “why” and “how” behind this evidence-based approach.
Learn from experienced educators: Keynote speakers and breakout session leaders are active teachers, administrators, and specialists with real-world experience implementing Conscious Discipline.
Network with like-minded professionals: Connect with other passionate educators, share ideas, and build a supportive community.
Focus on adult self-regulation: Elevate emphasizes the crucial “adult-first” approach, helping you develop your own self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, which are foundational for effectively guiding students.
Create a positive school climate: Learn strategies for building a strong sense of community and belonging (“School Family”) within your classroom and school-wide.
Address behavioral challenges proactively: Learn to prevent challenging behaviors and respond effectively when they occur.
Promote students’ mental health and well-being: Understand the impact of trauma and learn strategies for creating a more supportive and responsive learning environment for all students.
Earn professional development credits: Attendees can earn four CEUs through Concordia University Wisconsin for full attendance.

Elementary and Preschool Teacher Conference FAQ

Is the Elevate Conference relevant for elementary school teachers?

Absolutely! A significant portion of the conference content and breakout sessions will focus on practical Conscious Discipline strategies specifically designed for elementary school classrooms. This directly addresses the need to elevate elementary education.

Will there be content applicable to preschool educators?

Yes, the Elevate conference will include sessions and insights relevant to early childhood education, providing valuable tools to elevate preschool environments and support the social-emotional development of young learners.

How can this conference help me grow as a leader in my school?

The Elevate Conference provides administrators and leaders with a deeper understanding of Conscious Discipline and its impact on school culture and teacher well-being. You’ll learn how to support your staff, foster collaboration, and create a more positive and effective learning environment, enabling you to elevate your leadership.

What will I learn that can help me become a more effective teacher?

The conference is designed to elevate elementary and preschool teachers by providing practical, evidence-based strategies for classroom management, behavior support, and creating a positive learning environment. You’ll gain tools to enhance your self-regulation, build stronger relationships with students, and proactively address challenges.

Will the conference focus solely on elementary and preschool levels?

While there will be specific content for elementary and preschool educators, the core principles of Conscious Discipline are applicable across all grade levels. The Elevate conference is designed for professionals working with students from early childhood through high school, with breakout sessions catering to various age groups and specialties.

I'm new to Conscious Discipline. Will this conference be beneficial for me?

Yes! The conference offers an optional pre-conference session, “Introduction to Conscious Discipline,” specifically for those who are new to the approach. The main conference will also provide a comprehensive overview and practical applications suitable for both beginners and those with prior experience.

Will the breakout sessions be age-specific?

Yes, the breakout sessions will be organized into various age-based and specialty tracks to ensure you receive practical strategies relevant to the students you work with.

Will there be opportunities to connect with other professionals in early childhood education?

Yes, the networking opportunities at the conference will allow you to connect with other preschool and elementary educators, share experiences, and learn from each other.