Southern Maine Partnership Learning Conference 2026

Join us in Portland for the Southern Maine Partnership Learning Conference.

Featured Speaker

A.J. Juliani
Leading Learning in an Age of AI and Distraction

In today’s fast-paced digital world, students face more distractions than ever, especially with the rise of artificial intelligence and the growing presence of technology. A.J. Juliani will share tools and strategies to help educators understand how these distractions affect learning. Attendees will leave with practical ideas to help students focus, stay engaged, and thrive.

Learn more about A.J. Juliani on his website:
A.J. Juliani’s website

Event Details

Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Location: Hannaford Hall, USM Portland Campus
Cost: $200
Discounted Cost for Partner School Staff: $175

Registration

Register for the Southern Maine Partnership Learning Conference

About the Southern Maine Partnership

The Southern Maine Partnership is a collaborative between the University of Southern Maine and school districts, supported by the Educational Leadership Program at the University of Southern Maine.

Conference Schedule

8:30-9:00 a.m. Registration
9:00-10:15 a.m. A.J. Juliani
10:15-10:30 a.m. Break
10:30-11:45 a.m. A.J. Juliani
11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch – Derek Pierce, “Learning from Maine”
12:45-1:45 p.m. Breakout Session I
2:00-3:00 p.m. Breakout Session II

Breakout Sessions

Breakout sessions are tentative.

  • Gorham Schools: Aspire Gorham – Durable Skills in Action!
  • Oxford Hills: Cultivating Curiosity: Outdoor and Experiential Learning in MSAD 17
  • Skowhegan Area Schools: A Community Approach to PK-12 Education
  • Mount Desert Island Schools: Ethical AI Use in Schools
  • St. George School Department: Grace Innovation Center: PreK-12 CTE
  • Cape Elizabeth Middle School: Explore!

Partner Schools

Current partner schools include:

Portland, RSU 5, Cape Elizabeth, Westbrook, Yarmouth, Falmouth, MSAD/RSU 75, MSAD/RSU 57, Scarborough, Sanford, Gorham, RSU 14, and York.

Everyone Is Welcome

Everyone is welcome to attend. Ask your school to join today, or attend as an individual.