NEASC Student Connections Conference
March 6, 2026
Lead Out Loud!
Ever wonder what would happen if students came together to speak up, share stories, and lead change?
That’s what Lead Out Loud! is all about.
Join hundreds of students and educators from across New England for an inspiring, hands-on conference that celebrates what happens when students take the lead.
Turn your voice into action and your ideas into impact.
The NEASC Student Connections Conference is an opportunity for high school and middle school students and educators to explore the issues that are most important to them and how student leaders can make a difference and make our communities better for everyone. During this one-day student leadership event, student presenters share their diverse perspectives and experiences through workshops designed to motivate, inspire, and support each other with this important work.
Schedule
Friday, March 6, 2026
This will be a full-day program that includes keynotes, two blocks of workshops, and lunch. Last year attendees had over 40 workshop sessions to choose from!
Location
Clark University
950 Main St, Worcester, MA, USA
Who should attend?
This event is designed for students and educators from high schools and middle schools to attend as a team. Up to 12 people per school are allowed (we recommend 10 students, two adults).
Registration
Fees:
School Team, NEASC Member - $250.00
School Team, Non-Member - $300.00
Call for Proposals (Deadline = December 12, 2025)
You’ve got ideas.
You’ve got opinions.
You’ve got something to say.
This year we have two ways for students to share their voices:
#1 Submit a proposal to lead a workshop
We’re looking for students (and adults!) ready to share their ideas, projects, or stories about leadership and voice.
We’re looking for sessions that:
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Empower student agency
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Promote leadership in action
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Build connections across school communities
#2 Apply to be a student keynote speaker
Close this year’s conference on the mainstage! We are looking for student speakers who want to share:
- What leadership means to you
- Why youth leadership matters now more than ever before
- How your generation has the opportunity to lead our world to a better place
Do you have questions?
For more information about workshop content or format:
Kristen Smidy, Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement, NEASC, ksmidy@neasc.org.
For information on registration and event logistics:
Misha Larson, Events Manager, mlarson@neasc.org