2026 AC Presenter Submission Form

MSM is seeking Workshop Proposals from Montessorians and related field professionals who are doing innovative quality work and are ready to share their expertise during the 2026 Annual Conference being held at Dean College on January 10, 2026.

Please enter presenter information below. We have provided space for two presenters but if you have additional presenters that should be listed please e-mail the information below to the committee chair, Debbie Jernegan at djernegan@vineyardmontessori.com after you have submitted your proposal.

We kindly ask that you carefully double-check your information prior to submitting your proposal. Please pay close attention to spelling, grammar, and context.

Presenter 1, Name*

First NameLast Name

Presenter 1, Email*

example@example.com

Presenter 1, Phone*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Presenter 1, School Name or Organization Name*

Presenter 1, Current Position*

Presenter 1, Number of Years as a Montessori Educator *

Presenter 1, Montessori Credential *

Presenter 1, Training Center

Presenter 1, Experience as a Presenter *

Presenter 1, Experience presenting to adult learners using zoom as a medium *

Presenter 1, Biographical Information*

This is the biographical information that will be used in the conference program. Please supply us with biographical information and experiences that have prepared you to present on this topic; include Highest Degree /University/ Field of Study/ Additional Montessori Trainings/ Previous Experiences

Presenter 2, Name

First NameLast Name

Presenter 2, Email

example@example.com

Presenter 2, Phone

Please enter a valid phone number.

Presenter 2, School Name or Organization Name

Presenter 2, Current Position

Presenter 2, Number of Years as a Montessori Educator

Presenter 2, Montessori Credential

Presenter 2, Training Center

Presenter 2, Experience as a Presenter

Presenter 2, Experience presenting to adult learners using zoom as a medium

Presenter 2, Biographical Information

This is the biographical information that will be used in the conference program. Please supply us with biographical information and experiences that have prepared you to present on this topic; include Highest Degree /University/ Field of Study/ Additional Montessori Trainings/ Previous Experiences

Workshop Information

Please be concise in responding to the two questions: What Level of Students are the focus of this workshop? What Level of Experience & Role of the Attendees does your workshop support?

Target Level of Students (choose all that apply)*

Target Level of Experience & Role of Attendees*

New Teachers/AdministratorsExperienced Teachers/AdministratorsAll Experience Levels

Format of your Workshop Presentation (choose all that apply)*

Shared graphics/info with PPT or SlidesVideo clips highlighting aspects of importanceUse of breakout room feature for small group sharesIcebreaker activitiesBrainstormingSolicit opinions, experiencesOpportunity for shared reflectionsUse of polls ex. "how many of you have...?Other

Presentation Title*

Presentation Abstract*

This is the abstract that will be used in the conference program. Please provide us with a concise abstract of your workshop, and include a listing of three learner outcomes. Please also discuss the various styles of presentation you will include to engage your participants. Our surveys suggest that presenters who use a variety of participant engagement styles will promote sharing, active learning and networking opportunities among attendees to your workshop. Please also be clear about the level of experience of the attendees in your write up.

Do you agree to have your session recorded and made available to conference attendees for 30 days following the conference?

YesNo

A note on the anticipated number of registrants: Our registrations fill quickly; most workshops are average 40-50; some have been known to engage 100, we run workshops with no minimum.

Thank you for submitting your MSM 2026 Workshop Proposal in support of making this upcoming year's Annual Conference a great day of professional development and a day to network with your colleagues!

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