Pre-Conference Sessions

Four FREE Preconference Sessions, Open to Everyone!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our conference sponsors, we’re excited to offer four preconference sessions completely FREE. These sessions are open not only to registered ELA conference attendees but also to others interested in education law, provided space remains available and participants agree to uphold ELA’s professional conduct standards.

Education Law Association: 4 FREE Preconference Sessions. Event and sign-up details are provided below.

WHAT ARE THE PRECONFERENCE SESSION OPTIONS

AI Pre-Conference Session

Explore AI in Education Law! Discover emerging policies, innovative teaching and research applications, and powerful AI tools through hands-on activities and engaging discussions!

Title IX – Mock Higher Ed Hearing

Step Inside a Mock Hearing on a College Campus! Experience a simulated sexual harassment case, question witnesses, evaluate evidence, assess credibility, and navigate complex decisions in this interactive session!

Teaching Ed Law

Teach School Law Differently! Discover creative teaching strategies, explore AI, strengthen legal literacy, and bring education law to life through innovative activities, practical applications, and shared ideas!

Ethics Panel

When Ethics and Education Law Collide! Join Lis Krimbill and Patrick Pauken for an interactive workshop exploring real-world ethical dilemmas, professional responsibilities, and practical strategies.

WHEN AND WHERE DO THEY TAKE PLACE

All four preconference sessions will take place concurrently, giving participants the opportunity to choose the session that best matches their interests.


1:00 to 4:00 PM EDT

Embassy Suites Raleigh Durham Research Triangle
Cary, North Carolina

While regular conference sessions require paid registration, the generosity of our sponsors has made these four special learning opportunities complimentary and open to everyone interested in education law, subject to space availability and adherence to ELA’s professional conduct standards.

HOW TO SIGN UP FOR PRECONFERENCE SESSIONS

Option 1: Already Registered for the ELA Annual Conference?

Sign up for your preferred preconference sessions through SCHED.

Sign up through SCHED

Option 2: Attending ONLY the Preconference Sessions?

If you are not registered for the main ELA Annual Conference, sign up using our Google Form.

Sign up using Google Form

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and engage with education law professionals at no cost!


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