NCDEO 2026 Conference: Rooted and Rising

Welcome to the NCDEO 2026 Conference, Rooted and Rising: Building an Inclusive and Resilient Future for Dance Education, Join us for a day filled with creativity, learning, and inspiration at Elon University. Get ready to explore new ideas, connect with fellow dance enthusiasts, and discover innovative ways to enhance your dance practice. The event will take place on Saturday, Feb 22, 2026 starting at 08:30 AM. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your horizons and ignite your passion for dance!

This day-long conference serves as a premier professional development opportunity for North Carolina dance educators from a range of dance teaching and cultural contexts. We look forward to welcoming you for a day of in-person dance and dialogue as we connect, move, and collectively strategize for ways that dance continues to demonstrate imagination and innovation.

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Caroline Ketcham (pictured below) will be our keynote speaker! She will be speaking on the topic "It's Our Day to Be Brilliant: Building Mentally Healthy Habits." Dr. Ketcham is Associate Dean of Elon College’s College of Arts and Sciences, and Professor of Exercise Science.

We also have an exciting lineup of presenters ready to share their expertise with you. Through dynamic movement classes, engaging pedagogy workshops, and thought-provoking panels, conference participants can build a schedule for a full day of professional learning.

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