Rural Empowerment Conference
June 3-5, 2026
Wednesday, June 3: Half Day
Thursday, June 4: Full Day
Friday, June 5: Half Day
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Grapevine, Texas
Join education, higher education, workforce, community, and policy leaders, along with educators, students, and changemakers, in a celebration of rural innovation and impact. This three-day event convenes voices from across Texas to uplift bold ideas, deepen partnerships, and invest in the future of rural communities.
This is the convening for anyone committed to shaping the future of rural Texas—you don’t want to miss it.
REGISTER TODAY!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Rural Empowerment Conference Session Proposal
CEN'S Rural Empowerment Conference
Collegiate Edu-Nation invites partner districts to be a part of our Annual Rural Empowerment Conference in Grapevine, TX on June 3-5.
Share your best practices and expertise with our network districts, with a preference for those aligned with the P-20 Model or leading to improved student outcomes.
Submit your proposals by April 17 and join us in advancing educational excellence. Registration is free for partner districts, and presenters will be responsible for travel costs.
CEN STRATEGIC PILLARS:
The “Rural Empowerment: The North Star Venture” campaign will expand PK-12 program development while enhancing postsecondary outcomes for adult learners, strengthening rural voice, and capacity building in alignment with our Strategic Pillars.
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OUR EVENT SCHEDULE
Event Schedule Overview
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Wednesday, June 3 – Half Day
Opening Session followed by an Evening Reception -
Thursday, June 4 – Full Day
Full conference programming -
Friday, June 5 – Half Day
Closing sessions
