Conferences and Events
SAM Conferences and Events:
- Montana Principals Conference January 25 - 27, 2026
Four Keynotes, One Unforgettable Conference: Get Ready for MPC 26 in Bozeman!
This January, the spotlight shines in Bozeman as four dynamic keynote presenters take the stage at the 2026 Montana Principals Conference. Under the theme Solid Country Gold: Where Montana’s Educators Raise Up Tomorrow’s Frontier, this year’s event celebrates the people, purpose, and promise behind every Montana school—brought to life through the voices of our exceptional keynote speakers.
- Dr. Charles Fay, co-founder of the Love and Logic Institute, will offer practical, relationship-centered strategies to help leaders create supportive, resilient school communities.
- John Summers Flanagan brings a fresh, insightful perspective on leading with clarity and calm in complex times.
- Kristen Booth will spark new thinking around instructional leadership and student engagement with her innovative, research-informed approach on navigating student conflict.
- Brooklyn Trover highlights creative, purpose-driven ways to use student data to elevate the learning experience for all students.
Beyond the keynote stage, you can expect practical, high-impact breakout sessions and meaningful collaboration with principals from across Montana, creating a conference experience designed to strengthen your leadership and deepen your professional connections.
Join us January 25–27, 2026, in Bozeman—where powerful presenters, big ideas, and Montana’s signature golden sunsets combine to inspire the next frontier of educational leadership. Register today and experience the inspiration, connection, and learning that make this conference a highlight of the year!
Link to Agenda: 2026 Montana Principals Conference DRAFT Agenda
Lodging:
Hotel room blocks are filling fast—reserve yours now to lock in the discounted group rate.
- SOLD OUT! (Conference Host Hotel) Best Western Grantree Inn Reservations - $139 per night + tax/fees - https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.27064.html?groupId=3S2MR0L7
- Field & Stream Hotel (next door to Grantree) - $139 per night + tax/fees - Use Group code: SAM2026
- Comfort Inn Reservations (across 7th Avenue from Grantree) - $99 per night + tax/fees - https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/AY30D7
(Reservation deadline: December 1)
- Homewood Suites (a few blocks away)
- Hampton Inn (a few blocks away)
We look forward to seeing you in Bozeman in January!
Save the Date for Upcoming SAM Conferences:
- Spring Technology Conference: March 23 - 24, 2026 - Delta Colonial, Helena
- SAM Administrators Institute: July 27-29, 2026 - Helena
Link to Schedule of 2025-26 SAM Conferences and Meetings