The USA Festival of Education

The Festival of Education, a renowned event created by Wellington College in the UK, is set to take place for a second time in the USA in 2024. Aimed at educators, this Festival provides an unparalleled platform for teachers to learn, grow and connect with other like-minded individuals in the field of education.

About the Festival of Education​

The first USA Festival of Education took place on October 21st 2023, on the beautiful grounds of St Andrew's Episcopal School. Located just outside of Washington D.C. in Potomac, Maryland. The Festival attracted several hundred educators from across the USA and beyond.

The USA Festival of Education is a collaboration between St. Andrew’s Episcopal School and its internationally recognized Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning and the curators behind the UK Festival, Wellington College and EducationScape. The Festival of Education was created by Wellington College, a leading school in the UK. It has grown to become one of the most significant education events in the UK with over 5,000 educators accessing over 300 speakers across two days. Coachella, but for teachers. 

The Washington, DC area has been selected as the location for the USA Festival of Education due to its concentration of various education stakeholders, including public, private, charter, and home schools and districts, as well as undergraduate and graduate schools, educational technology innovators, national and state policy makers, and foundations and philanthropic organizations. This region is united in its goal of improving teaching and learning both regionally and nationally.

With its tagline, "Where those who inspire find their own inspiration," the Festival promises to be a space where educators can share their innovative ideas, participate in insightful discussions, and engage in activities designed to foster creativity and collaboration. As a Festival that has gained widespread recognition in the UK, the Festival of Education is sure to be a valuable experience for teachers in the US looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of education.

Don’t miss the 2nd USA Festival of Education.

Saturday, September 28, 2024

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Festival Content

The 2nd USA Festival of Education, hosted by St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Maryland, is gearing up to welcome over 75 renowned speakers and hundreds of attendees from across the education landscape. With our newly published agenda, we’re excited to offer a platform where educators, leaders, and innovators can come together to redefine and advance the conversation around education, ensuring we continue to lead, inspire, and address the key issues shaping our collective future.

This year’s festival will feature two dynamic keynote speakers: Natalie Wexler, author of The Knowledge Gap, and Dr. Amy Loyd, Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical, and Adult Education at the U.S. Department of Education. Alongside these powerful keynotes, attendees can explore over 50 sessions packed into one day, covering a wide array of topics critical to the future of education.

Our content is divided into strands, each focusing on significant issues and trends, including:

  • AI & Education Technology
  • Climate & Environmental Sustainability
  • Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
  • Coaching
  • Leadership
  • Policy & Research
  • Staff Wellbeing
  • Student Wellbeing
  • Student Voice
  • The Art & Science of Teaching
  • The Future of Education

At the heart of the Festival lies our belief that learning should be exciting, engaging, and enjoyable. This event is more than just a traditional education conference—it’s a vibrant festival of thought-provoking debates, captivating speakers, and opportunities to connect with fellow educators, network, and exchange ideas. The USA Festival of Education is where inspiration meets those who seek it.

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event. Be part of the 2nd USA Festival of Education and help shape the future of learning!

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Testimonials

  • Prof Daniel Willingham
    @DTWillingham

    If you ever have the chance to come to an event of this sort - GRAB IT.

  • Kent Wetzel
    @KentWetzelFCPS

    What a great event, ready to do it all again next year with even more educators from around the US.

  • Danielle Bendorf
    @FCPSBendorf

    Awesome weekend with some fabulous educators! So inspired!

  • Dominic Phillips-Moore
    @Dominic_Leader

    Wow! I mean really wow! The @EducationFestUS was amazing!! I got to engage in different workshops about various topics to help better my practices as an educator and soon to be teacher!! And a bonus... I got to see my good friends and meet new friends!

  • Patrice Bain
    @PatriceBain1

    It was a powerful day. #EducationFest is a gift.

  • Zach Groshell
    @MrZachG

    I just went to my first conference that didn’t have any icebreakers or kumbaya circles. All we did was talked research and effective teaching. Weird, I know. @EducationFestUS, the best conference I’ve ever been to.

Our Partners

At the Festival of Education, our exhibitors encompass a variety of businesses, united by their enthusiasm for education and a desire to engage with individuals of similar interests. During the Festival, attendees will have the opportunity to interact with our partners and exhibitors, gaining insights into their unique contributions to education.

This Festival is not just an event; it’s a thriving marketplace of ideas, solutions, and networking opportunities dedicated to enhancing and reimagining education. You can view our options here.

Festival Vibe

The Festival is no ordinary education event: Taking inspiration from other well-known art and entertainment festivals, we provide unique content in a relaxed Festival environment.

Set within the stunning grounds of St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, we combine large marquees with star-lit ceilings alongside the existing campus venues. Creating a relaxed, informal and inspiring learning environment.

Attendees will also have access to street-food catering, open entertainment, and informal seating to ensure that your time away from the stimulating sessions is as enjoyable as possible.

Celebrating Educators

Immerse yourself in an uplifting and fun environment, highlighting all that is positive in the education sector.

Invaluable content

At the heart of the Festival is an understanding that learning should be inspiring, engaging and fun. The Festival is no ordinary education conference, from challenging debates to expert orators, renowned headliners, and unexpected new contributors.

Networking

Meet and engage with new and old friends. With hundreds of attendees and a relaxed, informal setting, the Festival is the perfect environment to network.