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Lifelong Learner

Knowledge begins with wonder! Register person for the free, two-day Smithsonian National Education Summit! This year’s theme is: “Together We Thrive: Creating Our Shared Future through Education,” acknowledging that given the right conditions and resources, all children can thrive.

PreK-12 educators, librarians, media specialists, and policymakers nationwide are invited to participate in sessions exploring:

Innovative lesson design for English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Visual Arts, and Civics

Methods to cultivate social-emotional learning, inquiry-based learning, and youth creativity

Insights from teachers and Smithsonian educators on instructional tools and resources to enhance learning.

Featured Summit Speakers:

Jason Reynolds

#1 New York Times bestselling author

Soledad O’Brien

Award-winning documentarian, journalist, speaker, author, and philanthropist