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About the Conference

This conference is ideal for teachers, coaches, school leaders, and anyone passionate about fostering a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Whether you are new to Project Based Learning or seeking to refine your approach, this conference will empower you with the knowledge and confidence to dispel misconceptions and create enriching learning experiences for young children. Check out the conference Schedule at a Glance to learn more!

Thursday and Friday, February 22 and 23, 2024

Las Vegas, Nevada

CONNECT with like-minded educators in breakout sessions about how to overcome some of the key misconceptions surrounding implementing PBL with children ages 3-8. 

ENGAGE in rich discussions that highlight diverse perspectives of PBL and the impact of PBL in a variety of early childhood settings. 

IGNITE new ideas that you can take back to your school communities through engaging workshops, classroom tours and discussions.

Join Us!

  • Breakout Sessions

    Each of the Breakout Sessions are thoughtfully crafted with the intent of tackling some of the most common misconceptions about implementing PBL with young children. These workshops are facilitated by one of the ECPBL authors and each session aims to support participants by delving into novel concepts, reflecting on current practices, and acquiring fresh methodologies. Leave empowered to craft enriching, authentic learning experiences for early learners through PBL.

    Breakout Sessions:

    Planning Engaging Projects Through Intentional Integration and Sustained Inquiry

    Purposeful Literacy Instruction: Leveraging early literacy structures within the context of a project

    Deepening Reflection, Feedback and Revision Practices in Early Childhood PBL

    Introducing Young Learners to Design Thinking Through Engaging Projects

    From Silos to Schoolwide: Leading PBL at Your School

    Learn more about Breakout Sessions here.

  • Roundtable Discussions

    Engage in meaningful small group conversations around timely and relevant topics about PBL in early childhood. Share your thoughts, questions, and experiences as we discuss ways to implement PBL effectively in specific contexts, overcome obstacles, and build a network for ongoing growth.

    Roundtable Topics:

    Building a Classroom Culture for PBL: Supporting Independence and Collaboration

    Creating inclusive PBL Classroom Environments

    The Importance of Play in Early Childhood PBL

  • Voices from the Field: Exploring the Power of Project Based Learning

    Hear directly from educators, children and families who have experienced the impact of PBL first hand. Participants will watch brief pre-recorded videos and testimonials and then engage in reflective conversations with colleagues.

    Voices from the Field Sessions:

    The Impact of PBL: One Family’s Story

    The PBL Balancing Act: Aligning Children's Questions with Standards

    The intersection of Reggio Emilia and PBL

    Learn more about Voices from the Field sessions here.

  • Classroom Tours

    Find inspiration in the early childhood classrooms at The Alexander Dawson School by touring spaces and getting to see PBL in action! Tours will culminate in an opportunity to ask teachers and school leaders questions about specific observations and projects in process.

    Classroom Tour Topics:

    Learner-Centered Early Childhood Environments

    Print-Rich Environments that Support PBL

    Sharing Ongoing PBL Units

    Learn more details about the tour here.

Connect. Engage. Ignite.

We are excited to welcome you to Las Vegas for our first Early Childhood PBL conference! Each day will begin with an Opening Circle that allows us to come together and connect as a community. Our conference schedule is built around you! From formal breakout sessions led by the authors of Implementing Project Based Learning in Early Childhood to purposefully curated occasions for networking, there will be time to learn and grow, network and connect, and exchange ideas with fellow educators who have common interests and goals. We are thrilled to partner with educators at the Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain to visit classrooms and hear from early childhood educators. Each day will formally end with a Closing Circle, leaving you time to extend your conversations at an optional evening reception or head for some exploring and dinner on your own. We are truly looking forward to the opportunity to meet you in this incredible location for two days of joyful teaching and learning.

Schedule at a Glance

Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain
10845 W Desert Inn Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89135

Preferred Hotel

We have reserved a limited number of discounted rooms available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Element Las Vegas Summerlin Hotel through January 19. Use this link to book your hotel room for 2/21 and 2/22. You may also choose to arrive early or extend your stay through the weekend with that discounted rate.

Visit our FAQ Page for additional hotel recommendations and travel details.