New Orleans · July 12-14, 2027

2027 ACT Summit

Uniting leaders across K-12, higher education, and workforce to guide every learner along every pathway, every time.

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The Gathering

Where Shared Challenges Become Shared Direction

Join fellow leaders where K-12, higher education, and workforce  come together in a setting built on trust — championed by the people closest to learners, and grounded in what works.

The most powerful breakthroughs happen when silos are broken: when a K-12 administrator discovers a career readiness solution, a higher education leader finds common ground with an employer, an idea sparks a policy change. You’ll leave with new ways of problem solving, new allies, and new tools to impact the K-career pipeline in your region.
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Every Learner

Every pathway, every time.

Why Attend

One Summit, Broader Impact

Whether you're focused on education pathways or workforce readiness, this event will equip you with the tools and knowledge to solve challenges and lead innovation in your community. 

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Collaborate Across Sectors

Engage with peers and thought leaders from K-12, higher ed, and workforce. Exchange ideas and discover solutions that bridge education and employment.

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Sessions for Your Day-to-Day

Sessions built to foster collaboration and drive problem solving — with new strategies for student preparation, career readiness, and workforce alignment.

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A Transformative Experience 

Immerse yourself in top-tier professional development and leave with insights that will empower you to lead change and inspire action back home.

Host City

New Orleans

A city that knows how to bring people together.

Between sessions, trade ideas over beignets, walk the French Quarter, and let the warmth of NOLA turn colleagues into collaborators.

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Who Should Attend

Leaders from Every Corner of the Pipeline

K-12 Education

  • State Dept. of Education leaders
  • School & district administrators
  • Career & Technical Education leaders
  • ACT Regional Summit Attendees
  • Professional learning community members
  • Superintendents

Higher Education

  • Presidents & chancellors
  • Chief academic officers & provosts
  • Enrollment, admissions & retention leaders
  • State & system higher-ed leaders
  • Academic advisors & success pros
  • Adult education specialists

Workforce

  • Workforce & economic developers
  • Employers
  • Local & state workforce board leaders
  • Technical & community college leaders
  • Career academies staff
  • State corrections agency members

Cross-Sector

  • Nonprofit & national org leaders
  • Apprenticeship leaders
  • ACT® Work Ready Community teams
  • Legislators & mayors
  • City commissioners & council members

In Their Words

What the 2025 Summit Meant to Attendees

Attending the ACT Summit was an energizing experience. The host city was fantastic, the sessions were rich with insight, and I've returned with new perspectives to shape our approach for the next recruitment cycle. The plenary speakers and panel conversations were especially impactful, offering thoughtful discussion on the evolving landscape of student success.

Ebony Dixon

AVP/Director of Admissions, University of Buffalo

This year's ACT Summit was an incredible experience, from powerful sessions to inspiring conversations with educators and leaders from across the country. I left energized, equipped, and more committed than ever to advancing college and career success for all of students. I'm already looking forward to next year's summit and the opportunity to keep learning, sharing, and building momentum together.

Andrea Glenn

Director, Postsecondary & Community Engagement, Arizona Department of Education

Often times educators are not able to meet with workforce development or industry leaders. The ACT Summit provided an opportunity for building bridges between educators and industry/workforce leaders. The bridges secure the future road forward to student achievement and economic success.

Michele Griffin

Dean of Instruction, Pius XI Catholic High School (WI)

The ACT Summit is the best place for leaders to converge and bridge the gaps between workforce development, K-12, and higher education. Everyone is focused on utilizing their expertise and resources to best equip the next generation to succeed in high value careers. This conference should be on the must-attend list for leaders in the workforce development, K-12, and higher education field.

Career Advisor, Hardeman County School District (Tennessee)

Wendy Mercer

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