NAES Biennial Conference 2024

LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE! — Matthew 5:16

Biennial Conference is the premier gathering of Episcopal school leaders and friends. Get ready for three days of workshops, speakers, networking, and worship.

November 13–15, 2024 @ Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

Watch Steve Pemberton’s TEDx Talk

Welcome to NAES Biennial Conference

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Fort Lauderdale! We hope you leave feeling energized, refreshed, and inspired for the important work we do as Episcopal educators.

David Madison

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Why Attend Biennial?

Of the many reasons to attend Biennial, here are the top reasons attendees keep coming back:

Explore Workshops

60+ peer-led workshops on a variety of Episcopal school topics.

Worship

Inspiring worship featuring participants and local student musicians.

Top Speakers

Hear from five featured speakers in addition to our keynote.

Networking

With 500+ attendees, this is the largest gathering of Episcopal educators.

Schedule Highlights

Here's an overview of the three days of Biennial Conference 2024. Click below to explore in more detail.

November 13

WEDNESDAY

Deep Dives ● Offsite Visits

Wednesday is our pre-conference day for Biennial 2024. Deep dives are an opportunity to take a closer look at key topics. Early childhood educators will have the opportunity to visit two schools as part of a new Early Childhood Education Day.

November 14

THURSDAY

Keynote ● Workshops ● Awards ● Eucharist

Thursday is a day full of content, from our keynote speaker, to workshops, worship, and our reception celebrating 40 years of the Haiti Partnership Program. Don't forget to check out the exhibit hall!

November 15

FRIDAY

Workshops ● Luncheons ● Closing Worship

On Friday we will have more workshops, role-based affinity group luncheons, and closing worship. The exhibit hall closes at noon so please stop by and thank our sponsors.

Don't miss the early bird registration deadline!

Register by Friday, September 13, 2024 for the lowest rates.

$725 / member

Save up to $30 each by registering as a group!

Guest Speakers and Leadership

At Biennial Conference 2024, expect to hear from a wide range of speakers, including our keynoter, Steve Pemberton.

Steve Pemberton

Keynote Speaker

SPEAKER AND AUTHOR: "THE LIGHTHOUSE EFFECT"

Steve Pemberton KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Elizabeth Goatley

Featured Speaker

THE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS

Dr. Elizabeth Goatley

Kristin Smith

Featured Speaker

FISHER & PHILLIPS LLC

Kristin L. Smith, Esq.

Barbara Talcott

Featured Speaker

ST. MARK'S SCHOOL, SOUTHBOROUGH, MA

The Rev. Barbara Talcott

Peter Laurence

Featured Speaker

ANGLICAN SCHOOLS AUSTRALIA

The Rev. Peter Laurence

Cory Newman

ELEA Executive Director

EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

Cory Newman

David Madison

NAES Executive Director

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EPISCOPAL SCHOOLS

The Rev. David A. Madison, D.Min.

Monica Gillespie

NAES Associate Director

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EPISCOPAL SCHOOLS

Monica M. Gillespie, Ph.D.

Biennial Conference Partners & Sponsors

NAES is grateful for the support of the following organizations:

What Attendees Say:

Biennial Conference is a highlight of being a part of NAES for many of our members. Here’s what they have to say about their past experiences at Biennial Conference.

“It was a stretch for us to afford to send three people, but it was well worth the investment. It was a remarkable gathering and the quality of the principle speakers was superb.”

Past Attendee

NAES Biennial Conference

“I hope you will continue to encourage small schools to attend so that they too can understand what it means to be an Episcopal school and share in such an amazing experience.”

Past Attendee

NAES Biennial Conference

Recent Biennial News

News and updates about Biennial Conference 2024 will be posted here.

Hotel Reservations

Hotel reservations must be booked separately. Consult your registration confirmation email for more information.

Hotel Details

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
3030 Holiday Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Contact Us For More Info!

If you have questions about Biennial Conference 2024, please contact Farrah Stephenson, NAES Member Services & Events Coordinator, at (212) 716 6309 or email fks@episcopalschools.org.

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