36th National Dropout Prevention Conference

Real Strategies. Real Impact.

The National Dropout Prevention Conference brings together K–12 leaders, educators, and student support professionals who are responsible for improving attendance, engagement, and graduation outcomes—especially for students facing the greatest barriers to success.

This conference is designed for professionals who don’t just want ideas, but clear strategies, usable tools, and shared frameworks they can implement immediately across classrooms, schools, and systems.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This conference is intentionally built for cross-functional teams, including:

WHAT YOU’LL LEAVE WITH

Practical Takeaways You Can Use Immediately

Evidence-based strategies grounded in NDPC’s proven frameworks
Tools and resources to support attendance, engagement, and graduation
Clear examples from schools and systems doing this work successfully
Implementation ideas tailored to both school-level and system-level roles
Connections to a national network of practitioners facing similar challenges

Learning That Connects Research to Practice

The Conference Experience Includes:

Keynotes

Keynotes that frame today’s challenges and future directions

Breakout Sessions

Concurrent breakout sessions focused on practical solutions

Sessions

Sessions highlighting real district and school examples

Opportunities

Opportunities for reflection, collaboration, and discussion

Access

Access to tools, guides, and resources that extend beyond the event

Networking

Connect with peers facing similar attendance, engagement, and graduation challenges

CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITIES

Earn Credits Toward Nationally Recognized Certifications

What Attendees Are Saying

Attending the National Dropout Prevention Conference was both inspiring and informative. One of my biggest takeaways was the reminder that dropout prevention starts with connection—building strong, supportive relationships between students, staff, and families is at the heart of keeping students engaged in school.
The conference was a powerful reminder that building strong relationships and early intervention are key to keeping students engaged and on track. I’m leaving with practical strategies to support at-risk youth and a renewed commitment to creating inclusive, supportive learning environments.
This is my first time to attend this conference, but I hope it is not my last. This conference was well planned and executed. There were intentional opportunities provided for networking and connecting with other attendees. The content of the sessions from keynotes to breakout sessions has been TOP TIER! I have multiple pages of ah-ha notes, strategies, and so much more to take back to my colleagues and the districts I serve and support.
The dropout prevention conference was truly inspiring—a powerful reminder that every student matters and every adult can make a difference. I’m leaving recharged, equipped with new strategies, and committed to breaking barriers so all students have a path to success.

WHY ATTEND AS A TEAM

Stronger Alignment. Faster Implementation. Greater Impact.

Teams consistently experience the greatest impact when they attend together. Bringing leaders, instructional staff, and student support professionals to the conference creates a shared understanding of priorities, language, and strategy, making it easier to move from learning to action once back in your schools. Team attendance allows participants to engage in different sessions, compare perspectives, and align next steps, reducing implementation gaps and accelerating progress. Rather than returning with isolated ideas, teams leave with coordinated approaches that support attendance, engagement, and graduation outcomes across roles and systems.

Hotel & Travel

Conference Hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South
4955 Kyngs Heath Road
Kissimmee, FL 34746

📞 1-407-597-4000

Room Rate: $189 per night

Participants are responsible for their own lodging and travel arrangements.

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION:
Airport shuttle: Not available Orlando International Airport: 20 miles Orlando Sanford International Airport: 50 miles Tampa International Airport: 77 miles

Contact Us

Have questions about the conference? The NDPC events team is here to help with any inquiries. Reach us by email or phone—we’re happy to assist!

call us

1 (518) 723-2138

Email Us

Events@dropoutprevention.org