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Welcome to the Mega "Make it Move" Conference 

2025 Mega Con

Welcome to the 2025 Innovation in AI, Leadership, & Literacy Mega Conference! 

We’re thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Annual MEGA “Make it Move – Ball Out Together” Conference, where the theme is all about Igniting Innovation: AI, Leadership, and Learning for Tomorrow.

 

This year’s MEGA experience is designed to empower teachers, leaders, and entire school teams with the latest in literacy, AI integration, leadership strategies, and classroom practices. With two powerful tracks—one for teachers and one for administrators—you’ll gain tools and inspiration that will move the needle for both your students and your campus.

 

Day 1 - Nov. 7th Pre Con
12:30 pm - 5:30 pm 
Conference Reception: 6:30 pm
Live Band and Entertainment — open to friends and family (no children permitted).

We’re excited to offer Pre-Con sessions as part of the MEGA Conference, and they’re open to all registered participants! Pre-Con sessions are designed to give you the opportunity to take a deeper dive into today’s most urgent and innovative topics. These special sessions focus on AI practices, leadership growth, and cutting-edge teaching strategies—equipping you with practical tools and forward-thinking insights you can bring back to your campus or classroom. Whether you’re a teacher, coach, or school leader, the Pre-Con is your chance to explore specialized topics in an interactive, extended format before the full conference kicks off.

Day  2 - Nov. 8th Full Con
7:30 am - 4:00 pm 
Breakfast and Registration  
8:00 am Opening Session
 

Saturday, November 8th kicks off bright and early with Breakfast & Registration from 7:30–8:00 AM, followed by our Opening Session at 9:00 AM. Don’t miss the morning keynote with Dr. Tommie Mabry, whose powerful story and message will inspire and challenge us all. The session will also feature a dynamic live band performance and a special student showcase, setting the tone for an unforgettable day. Throughout the day, you’ll enjoy door prizes, giveaways, and surprises that add to the excitement. After the opening, dive into two powerful tracks: the Instructional Track, packed with strategies and tools to elevate classroom practice, and the Leadership Track, headlined by Principal Kafele, designed to ignite bold leadership at every level.

Explore Conference Strands

📚 Literacy & Learning

  • Science of Reading in Action (K–12 application, intervention, secondary literacy)

  • Dyslexia & Diverse Learners (strategies, tools, advocacy)

  • High-Impact Writing Across Content Areas

  • Early Literacy Foundations (Pre-K–2 readiness & phonemic awareness)

🤖 Innovation & AI in Education

  • AI in the Classroom (lesson design, differentiation, assessment)

  • Ethical AI & Equity (responsible use, bias, and inclusion)

  • AI for Leadership & School Improvement

  • Future of Learning: Technology & Student Engagement

🏫 Leadership & Transformation

  • Transformative Leadership Practices

  • Principal Leadership: Moving the Needle

  • Data-Driven Decision-Making for Student Growth

  • Building Teacher Capacity: Coaching & Mentorship

💡 Teaching Excellence & Innovation

  • Classroom Management & Student Engagement

  • STEM/STEAM Integration

  • Social Studies with Literacy Connections

  • Special Education: Inclusion & Differentiation

🌍 Equity, Access & Advocacy

  • Culturally Responsive Teaching

  • Bilingual & Multilingual Education

  • Family & Community Engagement

  • Advocacy for Literacy Equity

🧘 Wellness & Whole-Child Development

  • Social-Emotional Learning for Students

  • Educator Wellness & Resilience

  • School Climate & Culture

  • Trauma-Informed Practices

Add a Preconference Institute and
Bring Home Real Solutions

The Pre-Con sessions are open to all participants and included as part of your MEGA Conference registration!

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Turn persistent challenges into practical solutions with expert-led workshops.

Nov. 7th    12:30pm  to  5:30 pm

Seating is limited. Register today.

Interactive workshops and

real-world applications.

Strategies and approaches you can share with colleagues.

Direct collaboration with fellow educators, and renowned NLI presenters and authors.

Mega Conference at a Glance

Friday  Nov. 7th  Pre Conference

12:30pm – 5:00pm

Friday  Nov. 7th  Conference Reception - Live Entertainment 

6:00pm to  10:00pm 

Saturday Nov. 8th  Full Conference

8:00am to  4:00pm 

2003- 2024 Mega “Make it Move” Conference Gets  Rave Reviews

Teachers, coaches, librarians, and education leaders gave 2024 Mega “Make it Move” Conference, calling it relevant, inspiring, and must-attend!

​​In-person and virtual attendees

Learning
opportunities

Location: The Westin Galleria Houston

5060 West Alabama, Houston, Texas, USA, 77056

Registration  Fee: $489.00 (Includes all meals) 
Schoolwide: $2500.00 (Bring Your Entire School)

Call for Proposals

We invite educators, administrators, and thought leaders to submit proposals for presentations at the Mega Education Conference,' scheduled for November 7-8, 2025, in Houston, Texas. This is a unique opportunity to share your insights, strategies, and innovative practices with a diverse audience dedicated to enhancing education and student growth.

CONFERENCE
2024 Recap

Mega 

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25th Annual Education Mega 'Make It Move' Conference Face to Face or Virtual   

In Beautiful Houston, Texas

Join us  Nov. 7-8, 2025  for the exciting Mega "Make it Move- Ball Out Together Conference," a premier event dedicated to empowering educators with innovative tools and strategies for enhancing academic achievement and productivity. This conference is designed to inspire and equip educators with the latest insights from leading experts in education, leadership, and literacy.

Why Attend?

Expert Keynotes

Hear from leading experts in AI and literacy education, sharing the latest research, trends, and practical applications.

Interactive Workshops

Participate in hands-on sessions that demonstrate how to incorporate AI tools into your literacy curriculum.

Leadership Development

School leaders will learn how to improve leadership practices, conduct effective teacher observations, and enhance overall school management.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with fellow educators, administrators, and industry professionals to share insights and build collaborative networks.

Innovative Exhibits

Explore the latest AI technologies and literacy resources from top ed-tech companies and innovators.

Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or policymaker, this conference offers invaluable insights and strategies to enhance your literacy programs with AI. Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the cutting edge of education. Act Now! AI Innovations are Changing Literacy Education Forever!

Register today and be part of the movement to elevate literacy through AI. Let’s 'Make it Move and Ball Out' together!

WHAT TO EXPECT

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The NLI Experience
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Why the 2025 Education Mega Conference is the Right Conference at the Right Time in the Perfect Location

Innovate, Inspire, Ignite: Transforming Education for a Brighter Future"

This theme highlights the importance of fostering innovation, inspiring educators and learners, and igniting passion and creativity to transform education and achieve excellence.​​

Education Mega Conference is one of the few conferences that offers sessions tailored to district and school leaders as well as classroom teachers. Whatever your role, leave with strategies you can use the very next day.

Collaborate and learn with others who share the same “why” in a conference.

Fall is a perfect time and Texas is the perfect place to get motivate for the year.

Have some “good ole” fun with us. 

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

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It was such a blast attending the 2024 Mega Conference this past Saturday and get to meet everyone in person, dancing my way up on stage  with many great leaders and educators!!! What a fun conference!!! I wouldn’t mind doing it again next year. Thanks for all the effort and the prizes.

Nikki Phu, M.Ed.

Curriculum Implementation Coach, ECH, Elementary Curriculum & Development Office

SEE YOU THERE!

The 2025 Mega Conference is the nation’s top K-12 education conference that brings together internationally recognized thought leaders, administrators, teachers and consultants to share innovative best practices and research-based methodologies in an engaging, inspiring event.

25th  ANNUAL CONFERENCE

ONSITE INTERACTIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE

Being in person is so much better than virtual! “Can’t-miss” events our conference attendees rave about include:

  • Unforgettable welcome reception featuring special keynote speakers, 

  • Delectable treats

  • One-of-a-kind photo ops

  • Tons of swag gear

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GET THEM TO SAY 'YES'

Join us in Houston, Texas to start the year off right. Earn PD credits, network with colleagues, attend our expert-led sessions, and leave with strategies that will close learning gaps when school resumes.

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