Speaker Proposals

The KCM is counting on dynamic teachers like you to share your knowledge and experience by leading breakout sessions at the 2026 KCM Conference! You can submit a speaker proposal for the Conference now through November 14, 2025.

Note: All breakout sessions will be face-to-face during this conference. There are NO virtual presentation options.

All proposal submitters will receive an email by 5 p.m. on Monday, December 1, 2025 to let them know if their proposal has or has not been accepted. If you have not received the email by 7 p.m on December 1st, you should check your spam and junk folders.

The 2026 Speaker Proposal Guide helps you to know what to expect when filling out your speaker proposal application. Please review it before starting your application.

View the Speaker Proposal Guide     Submit Your Proposal

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Speaker Registration

  •   We encourage all Lead Speaker applicants to register for the KCM Conference at the early-bird rate of $200, but ask that no payment be made until after speaker selection has been completed.

  •   Upon acceptance, Lead Speakers with a conference registration will automatically be converted to the lead speaker rate of $100 and a new invoice will be sent.

  •   Lead Speakers that have not yet registered at time of acceptance will be automatically registered by December 6th at the discounted rate of $100.

  •   All Co-Speakers are encouraged to register under the $200 early-bird package by December 12th. Co-speakers must register themselves by the registration deadline of February 20, 2026.

  •   Registration payment is due within 45 days of registering.

Provided Equipment

All presentation rooms will be equipped with:

  • a projector,
  • a screen,
  • a laptop,
  • computer speakers, and
  • an easel and a flip chart.

A document camera is available upon request.

Any additional required equipment is the responsibility of the speaker. Speakers may bring their own laptops or Macs, as well. Please note that if a speaker intends to use a Mac, the speaker is responsible for bringing any needed unique cords or cables to connect with the other equipment.