NABSE National Parent Summit

Claiming the Crown

The Parent Summit · Hosted by the NABSE Parent Commission

Join parents, family engagement liaisons, community members, and conference delegates for a free day of workshops, panel discussions, and community during the NABSE 54th Annual International Conference in Orlando.

Register Free

Date

Wednesday, December 2, 2026

Conference runs December 2 to 6

Time

7:00 AM to 1:30 PM

Check-in opens at 7:00 AM

Location

Grand Avenue Neighborhood Center

800 Grand St, Orlando, FL 32805

A day to inspire, connect, and celebrate families

The NABSE National Parent Summit is hosted by the NABSE Parent Commission. The day is built to inspire, with workshops, panel discussions, giveaways, and plenty of fun. Breakfast and lunch are included.

FREEto attend, registration required
  • Open toParents, family engagement liaisons, community members, and conference delegates.
  • IncludedContinental breakfast, lunch, workshops, panel discussions, and giveaways.
  • Please register ahead of timeShare your information using the registration form so we can plan for you.
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What to Expect

Learn, connect, and have fun

Come ready to be inspired. You do not want to miss it.

Workshops

Practical, inspiring sessions for parents and families.

Panel Discussions

Hear from educators, leaders, and parents on family engagement.

Engagement, Fun, and Giveaways

Meet other families and enjoy a lively day with giveaways.

Breakfast and Lunch

Start with a continental breakfast and end the day with lunch.

Day at a Glance

December 2, 2026

7:00 AM to 7:45 AM

Registration and Continental Breakfast

Check in, pick up your materials, and enjoy breakfast before the program begins.

Morning

Workshops, Panels, and Engagement

Workshops that will inspire, panel discussions, giveaways, and time to connect.

By 1:30 PM

Parent Summit Luncheon

We close the day with lunch. Parent and Family awards are presented at the luncheon.

Reserve your seat. It is free.

Share your information on the registration form and we will see you on December 2 in Orlando.

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Awards and Recognition

Nominate a parent or family champion

If you know someone who has made a significant contribution to parent and family engagement in a school or parent organization, nominate them. Awards are presented at the Parent Summit Luncheon on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. All recipients must be present.

$1,000 Award

NABSE Parent of the Year

Nominate someone for Parent of the Year by completing and submitting the nomination form.

Nominate Parent of the Year

Recognitions

Parent and Family Recognitions

Nominate someone for Parent and Family Engagement Recognition, School Engagement Excellence Recognition, or as a Parent and Family Engagement Hero.

Submit a Recognition

Nominations are due Friday, November 6, 2026, 11:59 PM CST. The Awards and Recognitions Committee will review all nominees and notify the selected recipients in the second week of November.

Questions about the Parent Summit? Contact the NABSE Parent Commission at nabseparentcommission23@gmail.com.
Questions about awards? Email Gina Zenor-Hagan, Awards and Recognitions Committee Chair, at gyzenor4@gmail.com.