AZTESOL 2026 Conference

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Join educators, researchers, leaders, and advocates from across Arizona and beyond for the 2026 AZTESOL Conference. Together, we will explore innovative practices, research, and collaborative solutions that support multilingual learners and the professionals who serve them.

Why attend AZTESOL 2026?

This event is for you if you want to:

  • Learn practical strategies for multilingual learner success
  • Engage with current research and best practices
  • Connect with educators across Arizona
  • Explore tools, resources, and innovations
  • Celebrate and strengthen our professional community

Details

📅 Conference date: October 24, 2026

📍 Location: Mesa, Arizona

🎟️ Registration open date: forthcoming

More details coming soon!

Who Should Attend?

  • K–12 educators
  • Higher education faculty
  • School leaders and administrators
  • ESL/ELL specialists
  • Researchers
  • Pre-service teachers
  • Community partners

Call for Proposals

We invite passionate educators, leaders, and advocates to share their expertise and help make a statewide impact for English learners across Arizona.

Submission Deadline: June 19, 2026

Notification Date: July 17, 2026

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We are seeking proposals aligned to:

  • Beyond compliance: Moving from compliance to high-quality ELD programming
  • Instructional scaffolding: Intentional linguistic supports for Integrated & Targeted ELD instruction
  • Data & accountability: Using EL data to inform instruction and improve outcomes
  • Family & community engagement: Strategies to strengthen partnerships with families and communities
  • Supporting unique populations: Effective strategies for Refugee, Migrant, Gifted, and ELs with Disabilities
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Interested in sponsoring AZTESOL for 2026?

Please contact us at secretaryaztesol@gmail.com for sponsorship opportunities or visit Become a Sponsor.

Not an AZTESOL member?

Become a Member today!

Frequently Asked Questions

The conference will be held in Mesa, Arizona. Additional details about parking and building locations will be published as we approach the conference date.

A detailed agenda will be published closer to the event date.

We recommend business casual or comfortable professional attire. You may also want to bring layers for indoor temperature changes.

Yes, the venue is ADA accessible. If you have specific accommodation needs, please contact us in advance so we can support you fully.

Yes. Portions of the conference may be recorded or photographed for future educational and promotional use.

Welcome! We’re excited to have you join us. Here are a few tips:

  • Plan to arrive at least one day before the event to allow time for travel adjustments
  • Check visa requirements (if traveling internationally)
  • Review local weather and pack accordingly
  • Bring any necessary travel documents and confirmations

The closest major airport is Sky Harbor International Airport. It is approximately 15 minutes from the venue. We recommend arranging transportation in advance. Rideshare services are authorized to operate outside terminals 3 and 4. Valley Metro provides a variety of options for transportation to and from the airport and around the Phoenix metro area. Visit Sky Harbor International Airport Ground Transportation for more information.

Arizona is beautiful in October! Visitors can explore a variety of outdoor recreation, activities, dining, and shopping all within 10-15 minutes of the conference venue.

  • The Rose Garden at MCC: The largest public rose garden in the Desert Southwest, located right on the Mesa Community College campus, featuring thousands of rose bushes.
  • Mesa Asian District: From mouthwatering cuisine to captivating shops and colorful murals, the Mesa Asian District has something for everyone.
  • Papago Park: Popular for easy hiking, desert photography, unique rock formations, and sunset views.
  • Phoenix Zoo: As a non-profit charitable organization the Phoenix Zoo provides experiences that inspire people and motivate them to care for the natural world.
  • Desert Botanical Garden: Discover the tranquil vibrancy of 50,000 desert plants nestled amid the red rocks of the Papago Buttes at Desert Botanical Garden.
  • Tempe Marketplace: Large outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment center.
  • Old Town Scottsdale: Walkable historical district featuring museums and art galleries, restaurants and nightclubs, local retail shops, boutique hotels, and performing arts centers.

We’re here to support you! Contact us at: secretaryaztesol@gmail.com

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We can’t wait to welcome you to AZTESOL 2026!