National PBIS Leadership Forum

Join us in October as a Poster Presenter!
The Poster & Networking Session at the provides an opportunity to share your PBIS story in a casual setting. Mingle with other implementers, share your PBIS stories, and be inspired! If you have data/outcomes for your state, region, district, or organization, submit your proposal today! One poster presenter receives a 25% discount on registration fees.
Check out our event website for all details: https://www.pbisforum.org/poster-session

This week's Strand Spotlight is the Disproportionality Strand!

We are so excited to learn from leaders making real strides in equity at this year's National PBIS Leadership Forum. Here's what you'll learn and experience if you choose to follow this Strand:

1️⃣ Strategies for building alliances and cultural awareness
2️⃣ A facilitated "Community of Practice" to share your own questions and equity-building wins
3️⃣ How to use survey data to ensure your systems reflect your students and families
4️⃣ A Q&A panel on coaching teams through the challenges of equity work
5️⃣ How to leveling up engagement to make learning meaningful for EVERYONE

Learn more about the National Forum's Strands and sessions here: https://events.pbisforum.org/en/sessions-page, and register to join us in Rosemont, IL. October 22-23

This October's National PBIS Leadership Forum is going to be the most impactful one yet! Grab your team, mark your calendars, and register for the Forum today!

https://events.pbisforum.org/

Your hard work deserves a national stage! The greatest PBIS insights come from the hallways and classrooms of implementers just like you.

We're inviting you to join the Poster & Networking Session at the National PBIS Leadership Forum, October 22nd | 5:30 – 7:00 pm. It's a way to celebrate your school or district's successes, discuss the challenges you’ve overcome, and connect with peers who are walking the same path.

Share anything along the PBIS continuum! Whether you’ve mastered a specific Tier 2 intervention, seen a breakthrough in your Tier 1 data, or built a unique system of support for your staff,—we want to see it!

One presenter per poster receives a 25% discount on their Forum registration!

Submit your proposal here: https://www.pbisforum.org/poster-session

Volunteer deadline extended!
https://www.pbisforum.org/volunteering

Want to join the team that makes the National PBIS Leadership Forum happen? We’re looking for more volunteers to help us run our October event at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare!

Help us out for 6 hours of your time on-site, and your registration fee is waived. From greeting attendees at the Information Desk to helping our presenters as a Session Facilitator, there is a role for everyone. You’ll get to be part of our team while still having plenty of time to enjoy the sessions.

Where: Rosemont, IL (Just West of Chicago)
New Deadline: June 12, 2026

Ready to join the crew? Fill out your application today!
https://www.pbisforum.org/volunteering

The National PBIS Leadership Forum is BIG!! To help your team make the most of your time in Chicago this October 22-23, we’ve organized our sessions into specialized Strands. By following a strand, your team can dive deep into a particular area or subject matter.

Today we're Spotlighting the ✨ Integration Strand ✨
This strand is for teams that are tired of silos. It’s about how we connect social, emotional, behavioral, and academic supports into one Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS). Check out the following sessions in this strand:

1E - Foundations for Alignment & Integration (Part 1 of 2)
2E - Fiscal Implications of Integration (Part 2 of 2)
FD.E - Facilitated Discussion: How to Support the Most Challenging Students
3E - Strategic Planning & School Improvement
4E - Academic and Social-emotional-behavioral Integration in the Classroom
5E - Designing Systems That Support Educators, Not Just Students

Click the link to learn more about all of the strands and sessions:
https://events.pbisforum.org/en/sessions-page

Ready to share your PBIS success story? The National PBIS Leadership Forum is looking for poster presenters! 📢

Whether you're a school, district, or state-level implementer, this is your chance to showcase your research, data, and best practices to a national audience.

🌟 Why Present?
— Share Your Impact: Lead informal, high-energy poster presentation discussions about your Universal, Tier 2, or Tier 3 systems.

— Save on Registration: One presenter per poster receives a 25% discount on registration costs! 💸

— Networking: Connect with fellow implementers and experts from across the country.

📝 Key Details
Deadline to Apply: May 29, 2026
Event Date: October 22, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM CT
Location: Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Rosemont, IL

✅ What We're Looking For
We love posters that emphasize systems-level implementation, include clear outcome data, and highlight sustainable practices. Make it visual, keep it simple, and bring your best charts and graphs!

🔗 Submit your proposal here: https://www.pbisforum.org/poster-session/call-for-posters

Let’s work together to create positive school cultures. We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on!

✨✨ Registration is now OPEN! ✨✨

The 2026 National PBIS Leadership Forum is officially accepting registrations! Join us at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago on October 22-23 for two days of inspiration and connection!

PBIS works when we work together. Sign up your team today! Register here: https://events.pbisforum.org/en/

Volunteer with us!

Our volunteer application is still open— extended through June 12, 2026!

We'd love for you to join us in Rosemont this October to support this exciting event. Volunteers receive a waived fee in exchange for your time helping with customer service, event logistics, and session assistance. Find all information at https://www.pbisforum.org/volunteering