A National Summit on the
Future of Learning:
Education, Innovation, and What Comes Next
Catalyst Summit 2026
A National Conference for Educators, Leaders, Workforce and Innovators
Three days of inspiration, practical strategies, and connections that move education forward.
Featuring the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Network
A national network of educators, nonprofits, United Ways, and community leaders working together to improve early school success.
Catalyst Summit 2026 is proud to elevate the work of communities engaged in the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading.
Across the country, this work is led by a range of backbone organizations—including school districts, nonprofit organizations, United Ways, and community coalitions—all working in partnership with local schools and families.
This summit is designed as a shared space for both educators and community leaders to come together around a common purpose: improving outcomes in school readiness, attendance, summer learning, and family engagement.