Conference Highlights

If you're interested in being a part of the Program, submit your presentation at the PETE&C Session RFP.

PETE&C 2026 will be making minor changes to the layout and location of certain sessions, experiences, and events. The Esports Experience and Playgrounds will again be held in the back of the Exhibit Hall, however, they will be in the corner farthest from the Exhibit Registration Desk this year. Four of our Summits will remain at The Hotel Hershey, while the Cybersecurity Summit will again be held at the Hershey Lodge on Wednesday morning.

What else is happening at PETE&C:

PETE&C Summits: PETE&C is proud to announce that Summits at The Hotel Hershey will be back again for year 3! Summits focus on a concentrated, innovative, and future-focused topics, which will begin with a 30 minute keynote, followed by 2 time slots with 8 topics each.

Esports Experience: The Pennsylvania Scholastic Esports League is excited to host the Esports Experience again in 2026! The experience will feature hands-on opportunities for educators to engage in STEM, social emotional, and career readiness learning through esports. We will also be featuring a tournament of Pennsylvania esports teams.

Playgrounds: Sessions designed as interactive spaces where you can get hands on with presenters. They are small, informal workstations that will be in the back of the Exhibit Hall on Tuesday. Drop in, explore, and enjoy these immersive opportunities!!

Podcasting:  Join us for "Casting the Pod!: Podcasting 101" to learn how to set up your own podcast, equipment needed, and determining your audience. Also, a special panel of podcasters will be featured for an opportunity to meet with PA Podcasters.

PETE&C Workshops: Longer than regular sessions, Workshops can involve interactive exercises, group discussions, program certifications, and more. Program-specific representatives provide learning opportunities through demonstrations and facilitated discussions focused on the immediate use and application of the subject matter.

Flexible Learning Experience: Fluxspace is sponsoring the room again in Cocoa 1. Come see sessions that take place in a specially designed and furnished flexible learning space. Come see what the future of education looks like!

Storytellers: Each of us has a story to tell, and these sessions are an opportunity to learn from one and other! Hear brave, inspiring educators share powerful personal narratives of courage, hope, and growth that connect and unite us. This session celebrates the transformative power of storytelling and the shared purpose that drives education.

Affinity Groups: Join these intimate discussions designed specifically for meaningful sharing. Network and build long-term relationships, while sharing your unique perspectives.

Birds of a Feather Sessions: These sessions feature a specific topic and provide an opportunity to connect, discuss and network around that topic.

Wellness Focus: Look for special sessions related to a focus on YOUR personal well-being, as well as Yoga sessions on Monday and Tuesday morning!

PA Invention Convention: Join us Wednesday morning in the White Room, located within the Exhibit Hall, to experience the cutting edge of student innovation. You will see firsthand the bold, creative, and foward-thinking inventions developed by PA students. The PA Innovation Challenge (PAIC) is proudly co-sponsored by PETE&C and PA Instructional Media Services (PAIU PAIMS), uniting technology, creativity, and the future of learning.

PA Chief Science Officers: CSOs are 6th to 12th grade students who demonstrate an interest in science, technology, and/or innovation and have a desire to impact their community. They will once again bring their ideas and observations to PETE&C attendees, with the purpose of furthering the discussion regarding their unique action plans and the impacts they've created. Stop and see this impressive group Wednesday in the Great Hallway!