The 2026 National K-12 Cybersecurity Leadership Conference

February 24-26, 2026 (Albuquerque, NM)

Hosted by the K12 Security Information eXchange (K12 SIX), the 2026 National K-12 Cybersecurity Leadership Conference is a unique event designed to identify and share solutions and best practices to better defend the K-12 education sector from emerging cybersecurity threats, such as ransomware and data breaches. The fourth annual conference will be held February 24-26, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

What to expect? See the highlights from last year’s conference.

  • CALL FOR SPEAKERS: Now open. Deadline 10/31, but K-12 practitioners are encouraged to apply early as proposals will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

  • PRELIMINARY AGENDA: Available here. Subject to change.

  • REGISTRATION: Now open.

  • CONFERENCE VENUE AND ROOM BLOCK: The event will be held at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town (800 Rio Grande Blvd NW), conveniently located in the heart of Old Town and the Sawmill District. Rooms are available in the hotel block at $189/night plus taxes and fees. To secure (or manage) your room reservation, please visit this link. NOTE: Room block is available on a first come, first serve basis.

  • SPONSORSHIP INQUIRES: Contact us.