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2026 Middle Grades Summit Schedule

Bringing all the benefits of a national conference experience to Arizona!

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Check-in, Breakfast, & Exhibit Hall

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

Welcome, Announcements, & Summit Overview

9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

Morning Keynote: Colin Seale

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Choice of Four Featured Presentations

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Lunch & Exhibit Hall

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Breakout Educational Sessions

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Afternoon Snacks, & Exhibit Hall

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

EOY Awards, STW Recognitions, & Raffle Prizes!

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM


Afternoon Keynote: Jonathan Alsheimer


2026 Keynote Speakers


Colin Seale challenges educators to look past perceived deficits and use high-leverage questioning to unlock the untapped brilliance within every classroom. @thinklawus


Jonathan Alsheimer excites teachers and leaders to stop managing schools and start passionately building cultures of greatness and connection in the classroom. @mr_alsheimer

2026 Featured Presenters


Dr. Jorge Valenzuela demonstrates how project-based learning is a pathway to critical thinking, problem solving, and authentic engagement. @jorgedoespbl

Dr. Brooklyn Raney champions relationships, belonging, and trusted adult connections that strengthen middle grades learning and school culture. @drbrooklynraney


Erik Francis empowers teachers to turn state standards into rigorous learning experiences that stretch thinking through Depth of Knowledge. @maverikeducation


Kylah Seabrooks elevates the middle grades by helping educators create classrooms where students are challenged and inspired. @kseabrooks_edconsulting_llc

Memories from the 2025 Middle Grades Summit!  Thank You for Making This Event a Great Success!














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Thank you to Mountain America Credit Union for being a proud AzAMLE business partner and supporter of middle-level education in Arizona!

Mountain America Credit Union generously sponsors the Arizona Schools to Watch Program and the Arizona Middle Grades Educator of the Year Program.

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