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Deeper Learning Conference 2027

DL26 has ended! See you in 2027!

Save the Date for DL27, March 30 – April 1, 2027

We have appreciated our time with you at DL26. Gathering 600 deeper learners from around the world left us inspired and ready to shape the future of education. Keep an eye out for upcoming Deeper Learning videos and podcasts from Unboxed. And Save the Date for DL27, March  30 – April 1, 2027!

Ambitious instruction meets bold system change.

Two conferences. One ticket. One community ready to do the work together.

This year, Deeper Learning 2027 is gathering with the National Summit on Improvement in Education to do something neither community can do alone: pursue ambitious learning for every student, with the methods and the will to make it real at scale. Your DL27 registration includes full access to both events.

This isn’t two conferences happening side by side. It’s one campus, one week, and one community digging in together — designing student-centered, project-based, social emotional learning experiences, learning how to spread what’s working, and leaving with the methods, resources, and relationships you can put to use right away.

Come learn, connect, and transform with us. Register today!

DEEPER LEARNING CONFERENCE 2027

One ticket. Two conferences. Are you in?

Your DL27 registration unlocks Summit 27 too. Build your own lineup on our digital scheduler — you’ll be auto-assigned to the Deeper Learning track and free to select and attend any Summit session that catches your attention. Bring your team, bring your questions, bring what you’ve been wrestling with. We’ll dig in together.

Early Bird Registration — $1,200 (Available until November 5, 2026)

Group Discount — 10% off When registering 5 or more participants

Save My Seat — $100 nonrefundable deposit

Standard Registration — $1,400

Late Registration — $1,500 (After March 2, 2027)

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SUBMIT A WORKSHOP or deep dive

Shape the Future of Education — Submit a Workshop or Deep Dive!

Open until September 11, 2026

We’re seeking dynamic, interactive experiences that embody deeper learning principles while infusing joy and play into professional development. Whether you lead a 90-minute workshop or a 4-hour deep dive, your session should balance hands-on activities, meaningful dialogue, and thoughtful reflection — allowing participants to experience deeper learning firsthand.

Need guidance? Read the Request for Proposals Info and join our Info Session for submission tips.

Proposals deadline: September 11, 2026

DEEPER LEARNING COMPETENCIES

Helping Students Thrive

Research shows students in Deeper Learning environments consistently outperform peers on standardized assessments, develop superior interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, graduate at higher rates, and demonstrate greater college persistence. Deeper Learning environments combine meaningful project-based learning, student-centered pedagogy, and authentic assessment to help every student thrive.

Learn more about teaching for deeper learning at our annual conference.

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Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.
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Content Expertise

Students develop key competencies, skills, and dispositions with ample opportunities to apply knowledge and engage in work that matters to them.
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Effective Communication

Students practice listening to understand, communicating with empathy, and share their learning through exhibiting, presenting and reflecting on their work.
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Collaboration

Students co-design projects with peers, exercise shared-decision making, strengthen relational agency, resolve conflict, and assume leadership roles.
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Self Directed Learning

Students co-design projects with peers, exercise shared-decision making, strengthen relational agency, resolve conflict, and assume leadership roles.
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Academic Mindset

Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.

Deeper Learning Schedule

Connect, Engage, and Create in San Diego!

At DL27, you build your own schedule on our digital scheduler. You’ll be auto-assigned to the Deeper Learning track and free to select and attend any Summit 27 session that catches your attention. Your three days include deep dives, workshops, den talks, advisory, and a joint opening event and closing keynote we’re hosting together with the improvement community.
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Day 1 — Feel the Energy and Inspiration

Tuesday, March 30, 11:30 am – 8:00 pm

  • Get inspired by the conference kickoff, small group advisory, workshops, and den talks.
  • Waterfront reception with dinner included.
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Day 2 — Develop Your Own DL Competencies

Wednesday, March 31, 8:00 am – 4:10 pm

  • Experience Deeper Learning through a full-day, immersive deep dive session.
  • Breakfast and lunch included. Optional social hours.
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Day 3 — Put Ideas into Practice

Thursday, April 1, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

  • Take back new practices from advisory, workshops, den talks, and the closing keynote.
  • Breakfast and lunch included.

Deeper Learning Conference location

Explore High Tech High and San Diego

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Deeper Learning is hosted at the High Tech High Graduate School of Education. Our innovative and inspiring High Tech High schools are the setting for this immersive experience. Our campus is located in the heart of San Diego. You can take advantage of the nation’s best beaches and culinary experiences that San Diego has to offer during your visit.

DEEPER LEARNING CONFERENCE 2027

Seats are limited — save your spot at DL27 + Summit 27 now!

Don’t miss the immersive workshops and deep dives, den talks, inspirational opening and closing events, conversations over delicious meals, and stylish swag. One ticket. Two conferences. One week to learn, connect, and create together.

Partner with Us to Advance Deeper Learning and Improvement in Education

Whether you’re interested in sponsoring signature events or providing valuable resources to the combined community at DL27 + Summit 27, partnering with us creates meaningful connections with the educators, leaders, and changemakers driving transformative change in classrooms and systems nationwide. Two communities, one campus, twice the reach.

Elevate Your Organization’s Impact as a DL27 + Summit 27 Sponsor

Key Benefits Include:

  • Direct Access to Decision Makers — Substantial exposure to the educators, leaders, and changemakers who actively seek innovative tools and services to advance their work.
  • Premium Brand Visibility — Prominent recognition across all DL27 + Summit 27 marketing platforms, including our website, targeted email campaigns, mobile app, social media channels, and high-profile keynote sessions across both communities.
  • Exclusive Marketing Opportunity — One-time access to the combined DL27 + Summit 27 attendee list for a strategic promotional campaign that reaches the full community of education changemakers.

Registration Cancellation Policy

We recognize that life happens. If you need to cancel your DL27 registration for any reason, you can receive a full refund prior to February 1, 2027. If you need to cancel your registration after February 1, you may transfer your ticket to another attendee. A refund may be granted after the deadline due to extenuating circumstances. If you need to cancel after February 1 and do not want to transfer your ticket to another attendee, you may receive a 50% refund if you notify the registration team in writing prior to March 10, 2027. After March 10 no refunds will be provided. Please contact our registration team to request a registration cancellation by Email: support@hightechhigh.zendesk.com or Phone: +1 (619) 768-2752. DL27 is not responsible for refunding airfare, lodging, or other travel costs associated with attending the in-person event.

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