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Entering 2025 seems like stepping into a changed reality. A new president is making changes to the Department of Education, while the prevalence of artificial intelligence is on the rise. Soon, high schools that do not have a growing academic esports program will find themselves in the minority. All of these factors point to one thing - it is more important than ever for educators to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in education technology and policy.
To help you plan for the new year, we decided to update our comprehensive guide with our picks for the best education conferences in 2025 across the United States. From cutting-edge innovations to inspiring keynote speakers and expansive expo halls with hundreds of exhibitors, these events offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, networking, and discovering the latest tools and resources.
Join us as we explore some of the best EdTech and education conferences to attend in 2025. As a bonus, we’ve included some personal insights from our time attending these events.
Organized chronologically
December, 2024 - January, 2024
- Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) - Best All-Around EdTech Event
- Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) - Best for Texas educators
- Beyond School Hours
- South by Southwest Education Conference (SXSW EDU)
- AASA’s National Conference - Best for District Administrators
- Spring CUE (Computer Using Educators) - Best for Academic Esports
- Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference
- Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference
- BOOST (Best of Out-of-School-Time) - Best for After-School and Enrichment
- ISTELive Conference
- CSTA Annual Conference - Best for CS and Technology
- ACTE's CareerTech VISION Conference - Best for CTE
1. Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC)
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Date: January 14-17, 2025
Location: Orlando, Florida
Registration Cost: $390+
Mastery Coding booth: 2849
Conference Description:
In today's rapidly evolving world, it is crucial to stay ahead of the curve and equip our students with the skills they need to thrive. The Future of Education Technology Conference is a must-attend professional development event that will revolutionize your approach to education. To achieve this, the FETC invites you to explore the extraordinary opportunities offered by the Future of Education Technology Conference. This transformative event empowers education leaders like you to shape the future of education and unlock unparalleled success for your students.
Taking place annually in Orlando, FETC is a great choice for any teachers, educators, school or district administrators based in Florida or nearby states.
2. Texas Computer Education Association Convention (TCEA)
Date: February 1-5, 2025
Location: Austin, Texas
Registration Cost: $249+
Conference Description:
TCEA’s Convention & Exposition is one of the best conferences for teachers and educators in Texas and nationwide! Hand-pick your learning from hundreds of sessions, speakers, and exhibitors. Grow knowledge and skills related to the hot topics, tools, and takeaways that will have the biggest impact on your work. Then, get ready for better-than-ever outcomes that reflect not only your expertise and skillfulness but also your deep impact on instruction, learning, and students’ lives. Because, ultimately, your success leads to student success, no matter your role in education.
With the 2025 event taking place in Austin, the TCEA Convention is a great opportunity for Texas-based educators to take advantage of professional development and networking opportunities without ever leaving the great state of Texas.
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3. Beyond School Hours (BSH)
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Date: February 13-16, 2025
Location: Orlando, Florida
Registration Cost: $1925+
Conference Description:
The Beyond School Hours Conference is one of the best 2025 education conferences for educators, program leaders, and administrators who are passionate about expanding after-school education and enriching learning opportunities beyond the traditional school day. With over 200 sessions, hands-on workshops, and a dynamic exhibit hall, this event equips attendees with the strategies, tools, and resources needed to make after-school programs a vital part of students' academic and social development. Whether you're focused on STEM, arts education, or building stronger community partnerships, Beyond School Hours fosters innovation and collaboration among educators nationwide.
Our Insights:
This year signifies Mastery Coding's first experience at Beyond School Hours, as we increase our efforts in elevating out-of-school learning and after-school enrichment. With engaging keynote speakers, high-energy networking sessions, and a wide variety of workshops, the conference provides an invaluable platform for exploring how after-school initiatives can support academic success. Beyond School Hours is an excellent place to showcase Mastery Coding’s award-winning Game-and-Learn enrichment and Academic Esports programs.
4. South by Southwest Education Conference (SXSW EDU)
Date: March 3-6, 2025
Location: Austin, TX
Registration Cost: $695+
Conference Description:
SXSW EDU is where educators, policymakers, and industry leaders convene for inspiration, connection, and unexpected discoveries. Build your network, discover new ideas, gain inspiration, and elevate your practice. Join hundreds of sessions and workshops, powerful film screenings, trailblazing competitions, interactive networking events, unexpected discoveries, and so much more await you.
5. AASA's National Conference on Education (AASA NCE)
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Date: March 6-8, 2025
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Registration Cost: $1,240+
Mastery Coding booth: 918
Conference Description:
AASA's National Conference on Education is designed to provide attendees with the latest insights, strategies, and best practices to help you lead your school district to success. With keynote speeches from top education experts, interactive workshops, invaluable networking opportunities, and hundreds of experts in the NCE Exhibit Hall, you'll gain valuable knowledge and resources to help you overcome the unique challenges faced by public school superintendents. With AASA's National Conference on Education traveling to different cities every year, with Nashville and Atlanta hosting the event in 2026 and 2027, this year, Louisiana educators will have the opportunity to attend this edtech event for educators in bustling New Orleans.
Our insights:
We are excited to attend the 2025 AASA's National Conference on Education for the second time in Mastery Coding's history. When we attended this edtech conference for superintendents last year, our jaws dropped at the sight of the gigantic expo hall. Unlike most other conferences we’ve attended, vendors providing similar services seemed to be placed close to each other in the expo hall. We noticed areas with booths focused on hands-on robotics and STEM kits, vendors offering school security products, and organizations serving after-school education. After a long day at the conference, the attendees can look forward to numerous networking opportunities with various social functions, courtesy of sponsoring vendors. We are excited to return for the 2025 AASA's National Conference on Education in New Orleans.
6. Spring Computer Using Educators (CUE) Conference
Date: March 20-23, 2025
Location: Palm Springs, California
Registration Cost: $2200+
Mastery Coding booth: 116
Conference Description:
At the 2024 Spring CUE Conference in Palm Springs, educators will unite to ignite inspiration, foster connections, and explore cutting-edge teaching techniques and educational technology for their classrooms. Spring CUE Conference is not just an event; it's a jubilant celebration of educators like you! Let's come together and revel in the joys of being an educator. You'll have access to many enriching learning sessions, captivating keynote presentations by thought leaders and esteemed educators, and hands-on adventures in eSports, AR/VR, wellness, and more.
Our insights:
Spring CUE is a conference we find ourselves exhibiting at year after year. 2025 marks the third year in a row exhibiting at this educational conference for educators. Following last year’s success, Mastery Coding is excited to work with the CUE to host an official esports play area for all attendees to enjoy. Regardless of your previous level of experience with esports, whether you are a veteran esports coach or a first-time gamer, whether you like Rocket League and Super Smash Bros or Pac-Man and Galaga, you will have a blast at this edtech event for educators.
Additionally, when in Palm Springs, don’t miss the opportunity to get out and enjoy the beautiful oasis town. The Palm Spring Villagefest is a weekly Thursday night street fair featuring arts, crafts, food, and entertainment. The Computer Using Educators network is a great fit for Mastery Coding’s cutting-edge curriculum solutions, and we look forward to many more years of attending the Spring CUE event in Southern California.
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7. BOOST Conference (BOOST)
Date: April 29-May 2, 2025
Location: Palm Springs, California
Registration Cost: $790+
Mastery Coding booth: 433
Conference Description:
The 2024 BOOSTConference is an all-inclusive convening supporting global educators and youth development professionals working with children, youth, families, communities, and during the in-school and out-of-school time hours. This conference is designed to rejuvenate your passion, boost your direction for quality programming, and provide tools and resources that will inspire you to create change.
Our insights:
BOOST stands for Best of Out-Of-School-Time Conference, and we consider the BOOST conference to be an annual getaway and a mini-retreat for after-school educators. Where else can you compete in a duck-duck-BOOST swim race, join in on a game of Esports Jeopardy, and finish the day at a homecoming reception party with a DJ and glowsticks? We look forward to the opportunity to exhibit at BOOST for the second year in a row. BOOST Collaborative and Mastery Coding share a mutual interest in enhancing enriching educational opportunities for children and youth outside of traditional school hours and providing educational variety and unique learning methods to enhance a more traditional academic curriculum.
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8. Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference (BPA)
Date: May 7 - May 11, 2025
Location: Orlando, Florida
Registration Cost: $125+
Mastery Coding Booth: TBD
Conference Description:
The BPA (Business Professionals of America) National Leadership Conference is a premier event for students, advisors, and educators dedicated to preparing the next generation of business and technology professionals. This dynamic conference features competitive events, leadership workshops, and professional development sessions tailored to empower attendees to excel in their respective fields. Participants will also enjoy the opportunity to network with peers and industry experts, explore innovative solutions in the exhibit hall, and celebrate achievements during the grand awards ceremony.
Our Insights:
Mastery Coding is thrilled to showcase our career-readiness programs at the BPA National Leadership Conference in Anaheim. The event offers a unique blend of competition and collaboration, providing educators and students with valuable experiences in leadership, technology, and career development. With a focus on fostering essential 21st-century skills, the BPA National Leadership Conference aligns perfectly with our mission to equip students with tools for success in the modern workforce. While in Anaheim, attendees can also take advantage of nearby attractions like Disneyland, making it a memorable experience for all involved..
9. Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference (FBLA)
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Dates: June 29 - July 2, 2025
Location: Anaheim, California
Registration Cost: N/A (Coming soon)
Conference Description:
The FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) National Leadership Conference is a premier event for students, educators, and advisors involved in business and leadership Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs). Packed with competitive events, leadership workshops, and networking opportunities, the conference celebrates student achievement and provides educators with tools to inspire the next generation of business leaders. From exploring career pathways to engaging with industry leaders, attendees gain valuable insights into bridging education and the professional world.
Our Insights:
Mastery Coding is excited to return to the FBLA National Leadership Conference to exhibit for the second time in 2025. This event aligns closely with Mastery Coding’s mission of preparing students for future success through career-ready skills in coding, esports, and STEM education. We are looking forward to engaging with educators and student leaders who participated in FBLA’s Academic Esports competition, powered by the US Academic Esports League. Add on top of that Chicago's lively atmosphere and bustling networking opportunities, and you have a conference that is poised to be a highlight of the summer for any career-focused educators and administrators.
10. International Society for Technology in Education Conference (ISTELive)
Date: June 29-July 2, 2025
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Registration Cost: $695
Conference Description:
ISTELive is one of the world’s most comprehensive EdTech events, attended by a global contingent of education leaders, teachers, coaches, librarians/media specialists and more. By attending ISTELive 24, you’re not just going to a conference, you’re venturing into the future of learning! With nearly 1,000 sessions presented by global experts, you’ll get practical strategies you can implement in your school or district right away. And you’ll connect with our global community of passionate educators who are excited to help you learn, grow, and succeed year-round.
Our insights:
No list of edtech conferences for educators would not be complete without mentioning ISTELive. With showstopper keynote speakers, mesmerizing sessions, and an exhibit hall that seems to stretch for miles, there is something for everyone. The exhibit hall, in particular, deserves a special mention. Every year, giant companies like Microsoft, Adobe, Google for Education, Zoom, Dell, and Lego aim to attract the most visitors by constructing expansive and interactive exhibits. By comparison, smaller booths might struggle to draw attention in such a competitive landscape. Nevertheless, exhibiting at ISTELive for the first time is a milestone for any emerging EdTech company. The ISTELive Conference is an excellent fit with Mastery Coding as we share a common goal of advancing education through technology and innovation.
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11. Computer Science Teachers Association Annual Conference (CSTA)
Date: July 8-11, 2025
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Registration Cost: $800+
Conference Description:
CSTA 2024’s educational program is crafted by teachers for teachers and focuses on supporting you both in your classroom and your personal professional development, whether you’re new to teaching computer science or you’re entering your twentieth year. This year, we’re featuring over 200 educational sessions to help you get the best educational experience possible. With exclusive content designed to be hands-on for the best in-person experience, you don’t want to miss this year’s program.
Our insights:
Mastery Coding is looking forward to exhibiting for the second time at the CSTA 2025 conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. CSTA is the Computer Science Teacher's Association, and many computer science educators are already using Mastery Coding's Game Development courses to get their students industry certifications in Unity. With last year’s event being virtual, we wanted to wait until this year to attend in person. Mastery Coding and CSTA share the goal of advancing computer science education through curriculum enhancements and collaboration. Together, we can empower educators to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a digital world. We are looking forward to meeting a variety of computer science and technology educators at this STEM education conference!
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12. ACTE's CareerTech VISION Conference (VISION)
Date: December 10-13, 2025
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Registration Cost: $800+
Mastery Coding booth: 567
Conference Description:
ACTE's CareerTech VISION is the must-attend event for career and technical education (CTE) professionals. VISION offers comprehensive programming covering high-quality CTE in secondary and postsecondary environments and emerging trends in the field to help career and technical educators thrive in their careers. VISION provides attendees with a rich array of networking opportunities, an Expo, hundreds of concurrent program sessions, and numerous networking opportunities.
Our insights:
Mastery Coding is thrilled to return and exhibit at ACTE's CareerTech VISION Conference and Expo for the FOURTH year in a row in 2025! Taking place in lively Nashville, Tennessee, attending VISION is a must for CTE administrators and educators. While the tone of this EdTech event for teachers is more formal than some of the other events on our list, there is a plethora of networking events and sponsored affairs to enjoy after a long day of learning. For example, during VISION 2023 in Las Vegas, Mastery Coding hosted the official reception for the Engineering and Technology Education Division (ETED) of ACTE at the HyperX Esports Arena. In 2024, we hosted an Academic Esports Mixer for anyone interested in understanding how to create career pathways for students to enter this billion-dollar industry. All in all, VISION is your one-stop shop for the latest and greatest innovations in CTE technology. While you’re there, don’t forget to sign up for Mastery Coding’s Esports Jeopardy workshop and join in on our Esports Scavenger Hunt.
Given our shared commitment to promoting career readiness and enhancing educational outcomes, Mastery Coding's presence at ACTE's CareerTech VISION Conference for years to come is all but a guarantee.
In Conclusion: Top 12 Edtech events for teachers, educators, and administrators in 2025
We handpicked EdTech and education conferences that are the top choices for US educators in 2025. Whether you are seeking insights into classroom best practices or tasked with the acquisition of new learning technologies, whether you’ve been to a hundred conferences, or this is your first, these conferences cater to educators of all backgrounds and interests.
The education landscape is evolving quicker than ever, and these conferences offer invaluable opportunities to stay abreast of the latest trends, strategies, and technologies shaping the field.
As you embark on your conference journey, remember to embrace the experience fully. Engage with fellow educators, participate in thought-provoking sessions, and explore innovative solutions that can enrich your classroom or district. Each conference offers a unique blend of insights and experiences, contributing to your professional growth in meaningful ways.
As we look ahead to the future of education, let us carry forward the knowledge, connections, and inspiration gained from these conferences. Together, we can continue to elevate the standard of education and empower our students for success in an ever-changing world.
Here's to a year of learning, growth, and transformation. See you at the conferences!
