2026 Schools of
the Future
Conference

The Schools of the Future Conference explores a wide-range of topics and ideas related to best and emerging practices in education. The annual SOTF Conference is the largest event of its nature in Hawai'i and serves as an opportunity for teachers and administrators, across Hawaii’s public, private and charter schools, to reflect upon how to better serve children. The conference is produced annually in partnership with the Hawai'i State Department of Education, the Hawai'i Association of Independent Schools, the Hawai'i Community Foundation and the Hawai'i Society for Technology in Education.

Location, Date and Times

The Schools of the Future Conference will be held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, located in Honolulu
Pre-Conference: Leading Schools of the Future (LSOTF) Summit Date: October 20, 2026
SOTF Conference Dates: October 21-22, 2026
SOTF Conference Times: 8:15 AM - 4:10 PM each day (check-in opens at 7:15 am each day)
Keynote Speaker Times: 8:30 AM and 12:45 PM each day
Receptions each day of the SOTF Conference, starting at 4:10 PM

Program Highlights

• 4 Keynote speakers – two on each day of the conference
• Featured Speakers - aligned with track offerings
• 100+ Breakout Sessions and Workshops (including NEW Lightning Talks)
• Interactive and Immersive "Playgrounds"
• Networking Spaces with Facilitated Conversations
• Student-led Sessions