Join Us at the Good Teaching Conference
10/02/2025
Each year, educators come together to celebrate their craft, sharpen their skills and connect with peers who share a passion for teaching. The Good Teaching Conference is more than just a professional development event—it’s a community gathering where ideas flourish, collaborations begin and inspiration takes root.
This year's conference is Nov. 7 - 8 at Intech in Indianapolis.
What Makes the Conference Special?
At its core, the Good Teaching Conference is built for educators, by educators. Every session is designed to provide meaningful, practical takeaways that you can take back to your classroom. From innovative lesson plans and strategies to student engagement techniques, participants leave empowered to put new ideas into action right away.
Highlights You Can Expect
- Dynamic Keynote Speakers: Hear from nationally recognized voices in education who will challenge, inspire and affirm the critical work you do. This year, we will hear from:
- Sam Parmerlee will kick off the conference with insights to energize your teaching journey.
- Edward DeShazer, a former special education student who overcame significant challenges will share his powerful story in his keynote. His journey from adversity to leadership highlights the value of support in education.
- Interactive Breakout Sessions: Choose from a wide range of workshops led by fellow educators on topics like classroom management, finding and creating grants for educators, inclusive classroom and communities and more.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with colleagues from across the state, share your experiences and build a stronger professional community.
- Practical Resources: Gain access to tools and strategies designed to support your students and strengthen your teaching practice.
Why Attend?
The Good Teaching Conference is a chance to recharge and refocus on what matters most—students and learning. It’s an opportunity to be reminded that you’re not alone in this work.
Who Should Attend?
The conference is open to all educators—whether you’re a new teacher looking to build a strong foundation, a veteran educator seeking fresh ideas or an education support professional eager to expand your impact.
To view photos from last year's conference, read testimonials from attendees and register, visit the Good Teaching Conference webpage.