IDEA Conference
Arizona's IDEA Conference
The Arizona Department of Education/Exceptional Student Services (ADE/ESS) thanks everyone who joined us for the 2026 IDEA Conference, held August 18–20, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, with preconference sessions on August 17. Guided by the theme, Stronger Systems, Better Outcomes—for Every Student, the conference brought educators, families, and stakeholders together to explore strategies, partnerships, and coordinated systems that advance meaningful outcomes for students with disabilities while reinforcing our shared commitment to building stronger systems that support every learner's success.
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Conference Overview
This statewide professional learning event brings participants together to collaborate, learn, and strengthen outcomes for students with disabilities.
Arizona’s IDEA Conference is a premier cross‑stakeholder event designed for:
- Special education administrative staff
- Youths and young adults with disabilities
- Family members and caregivers
- State agency staff
- Educators and instructional leaders
- Related service providers
- Community members committed to student success
Program Highlights
The IDEA Conference features numerous professional learning opportunities, including sessions focused on:
- IDEA legal issues and updates
- Instructional practices
- National trends and hot topics
- Special education compliance
- Preschool special education
- Secondary transition
- Content tailored for related service providers
Conference Features
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