General Conference Information

ASCD Empower19: The Conference for Every Educator is being held March 16–18, 2019, in Chicago, Illinois, at the McCormick Place Convention Center ("McCormick Place").

Trying to find something about the conference? Links and explanations about where to find popular conference-related information can be found here, along with the latest conference news.

Where to Find Information on the Empower Site

Conference Policies and Guidelines

ASCD's policies and guidelines for all conference attendees can be found on the Conference Policies page.

Conference Program Information

Information about ASCD Empower19 keynote speakers, session types, topics, the schedule, and ASCD special events can be found under the Program tab on the navigation menu.

Pre-Conference Learning and Events Information

Information about ASCD Pre-Conference Institutes, local tours, school site visits, and other events taking place March 13–15, 2019, can be found under the Pre-Conference Learning tab on the navigation menu.

Registration and Attendance Information

Information about registering for ASCD Empower19, including pricing, volunteering, finding potential funding sources, and getting academic credit, can be found under the Registration tab on the navigation menu.

Convention Center Information

Information about the convention center, including parking fees and driving directions, who's exhibiting in the exhibit hall and the exhibit hall hours, and special services provided on-site can be found under the General Information tab on the navigation menu.

Hotel and Travel Information

Information and links for booking your hotel and travel, including tips for international travelers and information about our host city, Chicago, Illinois, can be found under the Hotel & Travel tab on the navigation menu.

Sponsor Information

Learn more about ASCD Empower19 sponsors on the Sponsors page.