2026 OIE Annual Summit
Third annual OIE Annual Summit - Registration now open!
Theme: Embracing Culture, Community, and Innovation in Education
Location: Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass, Phoenix, AZ
Date: September 8-10, 2026
What is the OIE Annual Summit?
Ignite innovation in supporting Native American students in Arizona at the 3rd annual OIE Annual Summit. At this event, the AZ Office of Indian Education unites educators, tribal education staff, parents, and other partners and organizations to foster collaboration in raising academic outcomes of Native American students. Join us in Phoenix to uncover new possibilities in embracing culture, community, and innovation in education!
Sessions:
Attendees will select from 20 breakout sessions and engage with educators, tribal staff, and parents to collaborate, learn, and grow together. The Culture Expo will return by popular demand! Includes special guests to be announced soon!
Who should attend:
This event is essential for all education staff and community members who are dedicated to enhancing their networks and anyone who aspires to make a tangible impact on Native American student success in Arizona. We welcome community members, including but not limited to:
All Early childhood educators All K-12 Teachers, Principals, Assistant Principals All K-12 Superintendents and Administrators Governing Board Members | School Counselors Teacher Candidates State/Federal Program Directors Native American education program staff Parents/Guardians | Tribal Leadership Tribal Council members Tribal Education Departments Community-Based Organizations Education programs |
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Call for exhibitors and vendors: April-May 2026
Subject to change. Sign up for the OIE email listserv to receive all event announcements.
Are you interested in volunteering? Email [email protected].
Are you interested in sponsorship opportunities to support the 2026 OIE Annual Summit? Email [email protected].
REGISTRATION
Thank you for your interest in attending the 2026 OIE Annual Summit! Registration is required to attend and is open to all educators, education administrators and programs, tribal leadership and tribal education staff, in addition to partners in education. Only full conference registration is available; there are no single-day or event registrations available.
Parent/Caregiver -- $250
Education Staff/Administrator -- $400
Tribal Leadership/Representative -- $400
Registration for the OIE Annual Summit must be completed through ADEConnect. Please click the dropdown menu below for registration instructions.
All attendees must create an account in ADEConnect to access the "ADE Professional Learning and Development" (APLD) section to complete registration.
1. Create an ADEConnect account, or access your existing account. These instructions provide step-by-step details and lead you to the APLD section required for Step 2: |
2. Once you have completed Step 1, access the APLD section within the ADEConnect platform, find the course sections for "2026 OIE Annual Summit." Each registration type has its own section. |
Reminder: Participants with existing ADEConnect accounts are responsible for updating their profile, including a working email address. In your account, click "Edit Account" to update the appropriate fields, including email, accommodations, dietary requirements, or interpreter needs.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Acceptable methods of payment include purchase orders, check, or credit card. If paying with a PO or check, an electronic copy is required during the registration process. Visa or MasterCard cards are accepted. Attention: Purchase orders sent directly to the AZ Department of Education does not complete registration. When submitting a purchase order, all participant names must be listed on the PO. IMPORTANT: Participant names on the PO must match the participants' account names they entered in ADEConnect.
*Immediately after registering with a PO, you will receive an email stating that your registration is "PENDING" verification of the purchase order or check. ADE will complete the verification process within 10 days. Once the verification process is complete, you will receive another email stating your registration is “CONFIRMED.” The confirmation email secures your spot for the conference.
BULK REGISTRATION
If you bulk-enroll participants, each individual must have an existing ADEConnect account. Please carefully check the email addresses when bulk-enrolling to ensure you are entering the correct email address for the correct individual.
Bulk Registration Instructions
CONTACT: If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Leann at [email protected]
HOTEL INFORMATION
Limited rooms available at the event block rate, book yours today! Recommended arrival day is Monday, September 7th. Event concludes at 2pm on Thursday, September 10th. Complete your event registration prior to booking a hotel room.
Room Rate/Night = $160 + taxes. The cutoff date is August 24, 2026. If rooms remain available after August 24th, reservation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis and subject to hotel room availability.
Booking Instructions
- By Phone: Call (866) 837-4156, and mention "ADE Office of Indian Education."
- Click button below to complete reservations online.
Details
- At check-in, a $100 hold on a credit card is required. If no credit card is available, an authorization form should be requested in advance. Please contact the hotel for more information.
- There is a cancellation fee of one night room and tax if a reservation is cancelled less than 7 days prior to arrival.
- At this time, we do not have event block rates at other hotels. NOTE: This is not the casino hotel. To access Sheraton Grand, you continue west past the casino hotel. You will drive through the golf course and reach the Sheraton Grand entrance and parking lot. In late August, registered attendees will receive maps and check-in instructions.
Travel
The Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is located within the Gila River Indian Community. It is about 11 miles south of the Phoenix Airport and 25 miles southwest of Phoenix, AZ. Complimentary self and conference center parking is available on site.
Weather
The average high temperature is around 100 degrees Fahrenheit. September marks the end of monsoon season, some isolated showers or thunderstorms may occur. The hotel and indoor meeting area temperatures vary. Layering with a sweater or jacket indoors is recommended.
CALL FOR SESSION PROPOSALS
We are now accepting applications! Click button below to learn about how to submit your proposal. Deadline: May 1, 2026 |
VENDORS & EXHIBITORS
Vendor and exhibitor applications are closed for this year. We look forward to connecting in the future!
All selected vendors and exhibitors will be contacted with full information by email.
Thank you to our 2025 attendees!
We had 200 attendees join us in Phoenix, AZ, for the 2025 OIE Annual Summit! The energy, community, and discussions were powerful and inspiring. Here is some feedback we received about this year's event:
- "I was able to learn new strategies that I could use in my job. I was able to meet new people, and the students we brought were excited and engaged."
- "Overall, the conference was really informative. I look forward to attending again."
- "I enjoyed being able to meet other districts within Arizona and hope to learn more from their success."
- "I really enjoyed the keynote speaker. Hearing from the schools that have succeeded was awesome."
- "This was my first time attending this event, and I was very impressed! OIE did an exceptional job organizing this event!"
- "Thank you to everyone involved in making this an excellent event. I always leave with inspiration and information that I can use."
- Who should attend the OIE Annual Summit?
Education staff and community members who are dedicated to enhancing their networks, and anyone who aspires to make a tangible impact on Native American student success. We welcome community members, including but not limited to:
- Early Childhood educators, K-12 teachers, principals, assistant principals, Superintendents, administrators, teacher candidates, and Governing Board members
- Tribal Leadership, tribal council members, tribal education departments, Native American program staff
- School counselors, state/federal program directors
- Parents/Guardians
- Community-based organizations and other education partners
- When can I register for the 2026 OIE Annual Summit?
- Registration will open on January 12, 2026. Sign up for our email listserv to be notified when registration opens, or bookmark this web page.
- Who do I contact with additional questions?
- Please email [email protected] with your questions.
- How do I register?
- PDF Instructions will be available in the "Registration" section. Registration must be completed for each attendee in ADEConnect.
- How do I learn more about presenting at the 2026 OIE Annual Summit?
- Visit web page at https://www.azed.gov/oie/callfor2026 to learn more about what type of sessions we are seeking. Does your professional background or expertise match what we are looking for, submit a proposal by May 1, 2026!
