IDEA CONFERENCE INFO: Arizona's 2026 IDEA Conference, Call for Student Artwork and Secondary Transition Service Awards Nominations

The Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services, is excited to announce two fantastic opportunities at Arizona’s 2026 IDEA Conference: Stronger Systems, Better Outcomes—for Every Student, happening August 18–20, 2026, Preconference August 17, at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort.  

Nominations for Arizona Secondary Transition Services Awards  

Recognize outstanding contributions to secondary transition services across Arizona. Learn more and nominate a youth/young adult, community member, or educator for their exceptional efforts by submitting an online nomination form.    

Nomination Categories:  

• Youth/Young Adult: Actively engaged and successfully navigating the secondary transition planning process.  

• Community Member: Providing exemplary support for students and/or young adults with disabilities to enhance community-based experiences.  

• Educator: PEA or Secure Care certified staff, support staff, related service providers, or administrators offering remarkable secondary transition services.  

Submit your nominations by Friday, May 8, 2026. Award winners will be notified in June.  

Call for Student Artwork  

Showcase student talent at the IDEA Conference! If you know a student artist interested in displaying his or her artwork, please view the Call for Student Artwork flyer linked below for more details. Please complete the 2026 Student Artwork Entry form before Friday, May 8, 2026, to have artwork considered for display.  

Please email the IDEA Conference inbox for questions regarding these opportunities.  

Download our flyers for more information on the Secondary Transition Services Awards and Call for Student Artwork.