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EDUCON is a premier educational showcase and learning opportunity for teachers, principals, and district leaders. Participants will have the opportunity to choose breakout sessions led by school districts from across the Central Kentucky region and beyond. You will not just come away with a good idea or two; you will gain an abundance of great ideas and best practices that you can immediately apply in your classroom, school, or district.

Participants will hear from two distinguished keynote speakers. The Day 1 starting line-up will be led by two-time national champion for the University of Kentucky basketball team, Jeff Sheppard, who will take the "court" and share his insight. On Day 2, Artificial Intelligence and EdTech expert, Brian Buffington will rock the stage with mega hits to inspire you.

EDUCON will be held in Richmond, KY at EKU Perkins Conference Center. The Center is only minutes from Interstate 75 at Exit 87. The physical address is 4440 Kit Carson Dr. Richmond, KY 40475.

Tentative Daily Schedule
7:45 am Registration and Vendor Hall Opens
8:30 am General Session & Keynote Speaker
10:30-11:30 am Breakout Sessions & District Showcase
11:30 am-12:00 pm Vendor Hall
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch break (lunch on own)
1:15-2:15 pm Breakout Sessions & District Showcase
2:30-3:30 pm Breakout Sessions & District Showcase

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the dates of the event?
Wednesday, June 11 and Thursday, June 12, 2025

When do gates/doors open? What time does it start?
Doors will open at 7:45 am and sessions begin each day at 8:30 am EST

What’s the address of the event entrance?
EKU Perkins Building’s physical address is 4440 Kit Carson Dr., Richmond, KY 40475

What are the parking arrangements and directions?
Parking is available in adjacent lots to the Perkins Building. Please disregard signage stating a permit is required; parking is free. Look for EDUCON Parking signs near the lot entrances.

Driving Directions:
Take I-75 to exit #87 (Richmond/EKU Exit) At the end of the exit ramp, turn left (if exiting while traveling South) or turn right (if exiting while traveling North) onto the EKU By-Pass. Travel east along the EKU By-Pass to Kit Carson Drive. Kit Carson Drive is approximately 1.50 miles from the interstate and is located at traffic light #7. At the intersection of Kit Carson Drive and the Eastern By-Pass, you will see the EKU football stadium on your left and a fire station on your right. Turn right towards the fire station and go .40 miles. The Perkins Conference Center is connected to the Hummel Planetarium and will be on your right. EKU parking permits are not required.

Are there any organized shuttles?
No, there will not be any organized shuttles for the event.

What should I bring/not bring? 
Umbrella and water bottle are recommended. Notepads, pens and refreshments will be provided. Don’t forget your positive attitude and learning mindset!
Presenters: Each room will come equipped with a screen and projector. You are responsible for bringing all other necessary technology and printed material for your breakout session.

Can I customize my agenda? 
Yes. Visit https://ckyeducon2025.sched.com/ to review and sign up for your sessions.

Will recordings, summaries, or notes be available after the session?
Unfortunately, no recordings will be available; however, each breakout session speaker will have the ability to add their slides and notes in Sched.

Will there be Wi-Fi available? If so, what is the password?
Yes, choose “EKU Guest” from available networks while on-site, then accept the User Agreement. There is no password required.

Are food & beverages provided?
Refreshments will be served throughout the conference. Attendees are responsible for their own lunch expenses and Richmond truly has something to offer for every interest and taste. If you wish to stay on-site, bring your lunch bag and blanket for an old-fashioned picnic.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible? 
Yes, Perkins Building is wheelchair accessible. Additional ADA accommodations may be requested in advance by emailing heather.brown@ckec.org
 
Can I get a refund?
Cancellations need to be made in writing before May 15, 2025. NO REFUNDS WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER MAY 15.
Due to CKEC’s commitments to vendors and suppliers on your behalf, refunds cannot be granted for no shows, late arrival, or early departure.
Written cancellation is required to protect both participants and staff from the uncertainty and misunderstandings that may occur because of cancellations made by phone during a hectic work period. Please submit all requests to heather.brown@ckec.org

Can I transfer my ticket/registration?
Substitutions are encouraged to replace those individuals who are registered but unable to attend at the last minute. Only one substitution is permitted per original registrant.
Written substitution is required to protect both participants and staff from the uncertainty and misunderstandings that may occur because of cancellations made by phone during a hectic work period. Please submit all requests to heather.brown@ckec.org

What is the dress code?
Comfortable, casual attire is recommended. We recommend you bring a sweater or jacket because it can get cool in the session rooms.

Can my spouses and children attend too?
At CKEC, we love kids and families! Unfortunately, due to liability issues, children, family members, or friends are not permitted to attend the conference unless they are a part of presenting the 1-hour breakout session.

How do I get my PD/EILA certificate?
You must complete the survey for each day of the conference to receive your certificate. Please allow up to 5 days for processing. The certificate will be emailed to you from Certify ‘Em. Please be sure to check your spam or junk folders. Posters in each session room will have the survey QR code.

If I have questions, who can I contact?
If you have any questions, please contact heather.brown@ckec.org.

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