Take It From Me
“Summit truly inspired me to be a better PLTW lead teacher and to want to continue being a part of this amazing community. It reminded me of why I love my job so much!”
Britney Thompson,
PLTW Launch Lead Teacher,
James A. Caywood Elementary School,
Edgewood, KY
Why Attend PLTW Summit?
Come together with an amazing community of STEM educators, administrators, and advocates for PLTW Summit 2024—a dynamic in-person and virtual conference created to celebrate, support, and inspire all. During the event, you'll explore our PreK-12 STEM Programs, discover how to improve student outcomes, and create connections that can help your programs thrive. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from engaging keynote speakers, learn about impactful professional development opportunities, and immerse yourself in hands-on PreK-12 STEM curriculum from PLTW.
- Network with other STEM educators
- Get hands-on with PLTW curriculum in the Exploratorium
- Learn skills you can take back to your classroom
- Connect and learn with STEM educators and advocates
- Engage in 70+ sessions designed specifically for K-12 STEM educators and administrators
Call for Proposals is now open!
Learn more about the Call for Proposals in the tab below.
Celebrate STEM Education with Us
In-Person Event
San Diego, CA October 3 – 5, 2024
$745 before Sept. 10 | $945 after Sept. 10
Pricing includes: Breakout session content, Opening Celebration with live entertainment and dinner, general sessions with outstanding keynote speakers, access to the PLTW Exploratorium, and meals listed below:
Thursday, October 3: Afternoon snack and Opening Celebration dinner
Friday, October 4: Breakfast, morning and afternoon snacks, and lunch
Saturday, October 5: Breakfast, morning snack, and lunch
Virtual Event
Join the Virtual Experience
$445
Pricing includes: Breakout sessions, general sessions with outstanding keynote speakers, audio recording of all in-person breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and a virtual PLTW Exploratorium.
Conference Location
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
1 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101
Justify Your Attendance
Use these customizable templates to share with your administrator or direct leader to help make your case to attend PLTW Summit 2024.
Speaker and Session Announcement Coming Soon!
Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024
Event kicks off at 1 p.m. PT
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Exploratorium (interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Opening Celebration with live entertainment (in-person event only)
- Meals included: afternoon snack and dinner (in-person event only)
Friday, Oct. 4, 2024
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Exploratorium (interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Meals included: breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack (in-person event only)
Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024
Event ends at 1 p.m. PT
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Exploratorium (interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Meals included: breakfast, morning snack, and lunch (in-person event only)
Session Schedule and Information Coming Soon!
Call for Proposals Now Open!
We invite proposals for PLTW Summit 2024 breakout sessions between March 20 and April 17. We welcome proposals from educators, administrators, and professionals around the following themes.
- PLTW Success – Success stories, how to get started, how to sustain and fund programs over time, how to engage school counselors and other implementation topics
- Beyond the PLTW Curriculum – Teacher-created projects and problems, competitions, and optional extensions to enhance the program
- PLTW Plus – How to merge PLTW with other programs such as HOSA, AVID, and core curriculum
- Educational Best Practices in PLTW – Including sub-topics such as standards-based grading, literacy, math, integrated STEM
-
Our guests include nearly 2,500 teachers and administrators who are looking to:
- maximize their existing PLTW program,
- learn more about PLTW and how to implement a new program in their district or school, and
- integrate PLTW’s activity-, project-problem- based (APB) approach to learning in their school or classroom.
We also welcome advocates from business and postsecondary schools eager to support our mission to empower students to thrive in an evolving world.
PLTW event workshop sessions are engaging for guests and should mirror PLTW’s activity-, project-problem- based (APB) curriculum where appropriate.
Audience:
- Teachers
- Administrators
- Counselors
- CTE directors
- STEM coordinators
- Curriculum directors
- Business/philanthropy
- College/university partners
Engagement Styles:
Virtual Presentation
- Computer-based activity
- Discussion of shared experiences
- Short presentation with conversation
- Q&A throughout workshop session
- Q&A at the end of the session
- Ask anything
- Group conversation (small groups)
In-Person Presentation
- Hands-on activity
- Computer-based activity
- Discussion of shared experiences
- Short presentation with conversation
- Q&A throughout workshop session
- Q&A at the end of the session
- Ask anything
- Group conversation (large groups)
-
PLTW Summit has six (6) content tracks that align with PLTW pathways.
Suggested Tracks:
- PLTW Launch
- PLTW Gateway
- PLTW Computer Science
- PLTW Engineering
- PLTW Biomedical Science
- PreK-12 Leadership
*The PreK-12 Leadership track includes content tailored for PreK-12 superintendents, principals, vice principals, counselors, CTE directors, and curriculum directors
- PLTW Success – Success stories, how to get started, how to sustain and fund programs over time, how to engage school counselors and other implementation topics
- Beyond the PLTW Curriculum – Teacher-created projects and problems, competitions, and optional extensions to enhance the program
- PLTW Plus – How to merge PLTW with other programs such as HOSA, AVID, and core curriculum
- Educational Best Practices in PLTW – Including sub-topics such as standards-based grading, literacy, math, integrated STEM
-
Submission Instructions
The call for proposals is open through Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Proposals must be electronically submitted via the online portal at pltw.org/summit. A confirmation page will follow the submission screen once you click ‘submit’ on the online form. You will also receive a confirmation email.
Information regarding proposal acceptance will be made available via email May 2024.
Deadline for Submission
The call for proposals closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Virtual and/or In-Person Workshop Sessions
PLTW Summit 2024 offers a virtual and in-person experience. When submitting a proposal, facilitators have the option to submit a proposal for a virtual experience, in-person experience, or both. Please note, if you elect to present both in-person and virtually, you will be presenting your session twice.
Submission Evaluation Process
Each proposal is evaluated on the degree to which they meet the following criteria:
- The proposed workshop session topic is clearly stated and relevant for the intended audience(s).
- The learner outcomes are clearly defined, realistically achievable within the session duration, and directly reflect the topic.
- The workshop content is summarized in the high-level overview, supports the topic, and reinforces the learner outcomes.
- The learned skills are clearly defined, realistically achievable over time, and directly reflect the topic.
- The proposed workshop is robust, and insightful.
Selection Process
Selection and acceptance of proposals is based on the above evaluation criteria. The lead facilitator listed on the proposal will be notified via email of acceptance or rejection of the proposal in May 2024.
Please note: PLTW may revoke your workshop session acceptance if:
- Deadlines are not met,
- A PLTW role is revoked,
- Or at will.
Conference Registration
Up to four (4) facilitators of accepted proposals will receive a discounted registration fee to PLTW Summit 2024; however, all facilitators must be listed in the proposal submission to be eligible for the discount. Registration includes admission to general sessions, workshop sessions, meal functions, and networking events.
Registration discount codes will be sent via email upon acceptance of submission.
Presentation Assets
If a proposal is accepted, a PLTW Summit PowerPoint template will be provided via email at the time of acceptance. We ask that all PowerPoint presentations are saved in a PDF version and submitted to PLTW by Friday, August 30, 2024. A copy of your presentation will be uploaded into the PLTW Summit mobile app so that workshop attendees can access these materials before, during, and after your session.
AV/Equipment and Internet Connection
PLTW will provide each room with the following:
- Laptop (with your session presentation pre-loaded)
- LCD Projector
- Screen
- Appropriate Number of Microphones
- Audio Connection for videos
- Flip Chart Paper
- Markers
- Post-It Notes
Audio Recordings
Each workshop session is being audio recorded for participants to listen to after the event. Please note, you need to use the microphone in the session room so the audio can be recorded.
-
The following information is required. Proposals that are submitted without the completed fields will not be considered for inclusion in the agenda.
Visit pltw.org/summit to submit your proposal electronically.
Only electronic submissions through the portal are accepted.
- Lead facilitator contact information
- Co-facilitator/panelist names
- Workshop Session Title
- Workshop Session Description (100 words or less)
- Learner Objective #1 (50 words or less)
- Learner Objective #2 (50 words or less)
- Learner Objective #3 (50 words or less)
- Workshop Session Topic(s)
- Description of Approach on Topic
- Audience Engagement Strategy
- Completed/Uploaded Learning Outline, if available
-
We expect all facilitators to:
- Honor our commitment to provide guests with learning experiences and refrain from promoting a speaker’s practice, services, or products;
- Provide high-quality digital content and/or handouts by the date and in the format requested;
- Obtain appropriate licensure for use of graphics, video, and audio used during your workshop session;
- Spread the word about your participation as a workshop session facilitator using social media channels, blog posts, industry forums, or other channels, and encourage your network to attend the PLTW Summit 2024;
- Seek approval from PLTW if any changes to the workshop session are required after approval – this includes workshop session content and changes to facilitators;
- Respect sponsoring organizations;
- Meet all deadlines;
- Stay within our contracted hotel blocks for lodging, unless you are a local guest; and
- Register for PLTW Summit 2024 by PLTW’s communicated deadline.
Hotel Information
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
1 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101
$239 per night
Reservation link will be provided upon conference registration.
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
1 Market Place
San Diego, CA 92101
$239 per night
Reservation link will be provided upon conference registration.
Travel Guidelines
We’re excited to host you in San Diego this October and have created guidelines to help you register, book travel, and understand all health and safety guidelines.
Our Health and Safety Guidelines Include:
- PLTW Summit 2024 registrants must follow all federal, state, and local guidelines in place at the time of the event as well as any requirements and/or protocols issued by registrant's employer.
- Unless it is required by local law or order, registrants are no longer required to wear face coverings or social distance in indoor or outdoor areas of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront hotel.
- PLTW Summit 2024 registrants must follow all health and safety guidelines and these guidelines are subject to change.
-
Celebrate STEM Education with Us
In-Person Event
San Diego, CA October 3 – 5, 2024
$745 before Sept. 10 | $945 after Sept. 10
Pricing includes: Breakout session content, Opening Celebration with live entertainment and dinner, general sessions with outstanding keynote speakers, access to the PLTW Exploratorium, and meals listed below:
Thursday, October 3: Afternoon snack and Opening Celebration dinner
Friday, October 4: Breakfast, morning and afternoon snacks, and lunch
Saturday, October 5: Breakfast, morning snack, and lunchVirtual Event
Join the Virtual Experience
$445
Pricing includes: Breakout sessions, general sessions with outstanding keynote speakers, audio recording of all in-person breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and a virtual PLTW Exploratorium.
Conference Location
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
1 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101Justify Your Attendance
Use these customizable templates to share with your administrator or direct leader to help make your case to attend PLTW Summit 2024.
-
Speaker and Session Announcement Coming Soon!
-
Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024
Event kicks off at 1 p.m. PT
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Exploratorium (interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Opening Celebration with live entertainment (in-person event only)
- Meals included: afternoon snack and dinner (in-person event only)
Friday, Oct. 4, 2024
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Exploratorium (interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Meals included: breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack (in-person event only)
Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024
Event ends at 1 p.m. PT
- General session
- Breakout sessions
- PLTW Exploratorium (interactive space for vendors, partners, and guests)
- Meals included: breakfast, morning snack, and lunch (in-person event only)
Session Schedule and Information Coming Soon!
-
Call for Proposals Now Open!
We invite proposals for PLTW Summit 2024 breakout sessions between March 20 and April 17. We welcome proposals from educators, administrators, and professionals around the following themes.
- PLTW Success – Success stories, how to get started, how to sustain and fund programs over time, how to engage school counselors and other implementation topics
- Beyond the PLTW Curriculum – Teacher-created projects and problems, competitions, and optional extensions to enhance the program
- PLTW Plus – How to merge PLTW with other programs such as HOSA, AVID, and core curriculum
- Educational Best Practices in PLTW – Including sub-topics such as standards-based grading, literacy, math, integrated STEM
-
Our guests include nearly 2,500 teachers and administrators who are looking to:
- maximize their existing PLTW program,
- learn more about PLTW and how to implement a new program in their district or school, and
- integrate PLTW’s activity-, project-problem- based (APB) approach to learning in their school or classroom.
We also welcome advocates from business and postsecondary schools eager to support our mission to empower students to thrive in an evolving world.
PLTW event workshop sessions are engaging for guests and should mirror PLTW’s activity-, project-problem- based (APB) curriculum where appropriate.
Audience:
- Teachers
- Administrators
- Counselors
- CTE directors
- STEM coordinators
- Curriculum directors
- Business/philanthropy
- College/university partners
Engagement Styles:
Virtual Presentation
- Computer-based activity
- Discussion of shared experiences
- Short presentation with conversation
- Q&A throughout workshop session
- Q&A at the end of the session
- Ask anything
- Group conversation (small groups)
In-Person Presentation
- Hands-on activity
- Computer-based activity
- Discussion of shared experiences
- Short presentation with conversation
- Q&A throughout workshop session
- Q&A at the end of the session
- Ask anything
- Group conversation (large groups)
-
PLTW Summit has six (6) content tracks that align with PLTW pathways.
Suggested Tracks:
- PLTW Launch
- PLTW Gateway
- PLTW Computer Science
- PLTW Engineering
- PLTW Biomedical Science
- PreK-12 Leadership
*The PreK-12 Leadership track includes content tailored for PreK-12 superintendents, principals, vice principals, counselors, CTE directors, and curriculum directors
- PLTW Success – Success stories, how to get started, how to sustain and fund programs over time, how to engage school counselors and other implementation topics
- Beyond the PLTW Curriculum – Teacher-created projects and problems, competitions, and optional extensions to enhance the program
- PLTW Plus – How to merge PLTW with other programs such as HOSA, AVID, and core curriculum
- Educational Best Practices in PLTW – Including sub-topics such as standards-based grading, literacy, math, integrated STEM
-
Submission Instructions
The call for proposals is open through Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Proposals must be electronically submitted via the online portal at pltw.org/summit. A confirmation page will follow the submission screen once you click ‘submit’ on the online form. You will also receive a confirmation email.
Information regarding proposal acceptance will be made available via email May 2024.
Deadline for Submission
The call for proposals closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Virtual and/or In-Person Workshop Sessions
PLTW Summit 2024 offers a virtual and in-person experience. When submitting a proposal, facilitators have the option to submit a proposal for a virtual experience, in-person experience, or both. Please note, if you elect to present both in-person and virtually, you will be presenting your session twice.
Submission Evaluation Process
Each proposal is evaluated on the degree to which they meet the following criteria:
- The proposed workshop session topic is clearly stated and relevant for the intended audience(s).
- The learner outcomes are clearly defined, realistically achievable within the session duration, and directly reflect the topic.
- The workshop content is summarized in the high-level overview, supports the topic, and reinforces the learner outcomes.
- The learned skills are clearly defined, realistically achievable over time, and directly reflect the topic.
- The proposed workshop is robust, and insightful.
Selection Process
Selection and acceptance of proposals is based on the above evaluation criteria. The lead facilitator listed on the proposal will be notified via email of acceptance or rejection of the proposal in May 2024.
Please note: PLTW may revoke your workshop session acceptance if:
- Deadlines are not met,
- A PLTW role is revoked,
- Or at will.
Conference Registration
Up to four (4) facilitators of accepted proposals will receive a discounted registration fee to PLTW Summit 2024; however, all facilitators must be listed in the proposal submission to be eligible for the discount. Registration includes admission to general sessions, workshop sessions, meal functions, and networking events.
Registration discount codes will be sent via email upon acceptance of submission.
Presentation Assets
If a proposal is accepted, a PLTW Summit PowerPoint template will be provided via email at the time of acceptance. We ask that all PowerPoint presentations are saved in a PDF version and submitted to PLTW by Friday, August 30, 2024. A copy of your presentation will be uploaded into the PLTW Summit mobile app so that workshop attendees can access these materials before, during, and after your session.
AV/Equipment and Internet Connection
PLTW will provide each room with the following:
- Laptop (with your session presentation pre-loaded)
- LCD Projector
- Screen
- Appropriate Number of Microphones
- Audio Connection for videos
- Flip Chart Paper
- Markers
- Post-It Notes
Audio Recordings
Each workshop session is being audio recorded for participants to listen to after the event. Please note, you need to use the microphone in the session room so the audio can be recorded.
-
The following information is required. Proposals that are submitted without the completed fields will not be considered for inclusion in the agenda.
Visit pltw.org/summit to submit your proposal electronically.
Only electronic submissions through the portal are accepted.
- Lead facilitator contact information
- Co-facilitator/panelist names
- Workshop Session Title
- Workshop Session Description (100 words or less)
- Learner Objective #1 (50 words or less)
- Learner Objective #2 (50 words or less)
- Learner Objective #3 (50 words or less)
- Workshop Session Topic(s)
- Description of Approach on Topic
- Audience Engagement Strategy
- Completed/Uploaded Learning Outline, if available
-
We expect all facilitators to:
- Honor our commitment to provide guests with learning experiences and refrain from promoting a speaker’s practice, services, or products;
- Provide high-quality digital content and/or handouts by the date and in the format requested;
- Obtain appropriate licensure for use of graphics, video, and audio used during your workshop session;
- Spread the word about your participation as a workshop session facilitator using social media channels, blog posts, industry forums, or other channels, and encourage your network to attend the PLTW Summit 2024;
- Seek approval from PLTW if any changes to the workshop session are required after approval – this includes workshop session content and changes to facilitators;
- Respect sponsoring organizations;
- Meet all deadlines;
- Stay within our contracted hotel blocks for lodging, unless you are a local guest; and
- Register for PLTW Summit 2024 by PLTW’s communicated deadline.
-
Hotel Information
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
1 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101$239 per night
Reservation link will be provided upon conference registration.
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
1 Market Place
San Diego, CA 92101$239 per night
Reservation link will be provided upon conference registration.
Travel Guidelines
We’re excited to host you in San Diego this October and have created guidelines to help you register, book travel, and understand all health and safety guidelines.
Our Health and Safety Guidelines Include:
- PLTW Summit 2024 registrants must follow all federal, state, and local guidelines in place at the time of the event as well as any requirements and/or protocols issued by registrant's employer.
- Unless it is required by local law or order, registrants are no longer required to wear face coverings or social distance in indoor or outdoor areas of the Hilton San Diego Bayfront hotel.
- PLTW Summit 2024 registrants must follow all health and safety guidelines and these guidelines are subject to change.