Idaho Prevention and Support Conference
April 9-10, 2026, Sun Valley Resort, Ketchum, ID
Conference Overview
The Idaho Prevention and Support Conference (IPSC) is a two-day professional learning event for K–12 educators, administrators, counselors, and student support professionals across Idaho, taking place April 9–10, 2026, at the Sun Valley Resort near Ketchum, Idaho. IPSC features open, choice-based sessions focused on practical strategies, collaboration, and proven approaches that support school safety, student well-being, and positive learning environments.
Conference registration is $195 and includes two full days of learning, with an optional pre-conference day on April 8 offered at no additional cost. Please note that coupon codes and scholarships are not available this year. Visit the conference website to explore the full agenda, speakers, hotel and travel information, sponsors, and exhibitors, and click the Register button to secure your spot.
Keynote Speakers
The 2026 keynote lineup brings powerful voices and real-world perspective to the conversations that matter most for today’s students. The conference opens with What I Wish You Knew: Straight Talk on Youth Mental Health in Idaho, a candid teen panel moderated by Tyler Norris, MDiv and organized by The Shifted Mindset, offering honest insight straight from young people themselves.
Attendees will also hear from national speaker Steven Bollar on building strong school climate and culture, Kim Whitman of Smartphone-Free Childhood US on the impact of cell phones and social media on youth mental health, and Blaine Eckles, PhD from the University of Idaho on effective leadership when in the face of large-scale crises. Together, these sessions ground the conference in practical guidance, timely challenges, and a shared commitment to better supporting Idaho’s students where they are and where they’re headed.
Sponsor and Exhibitor Information
Sponsoring with IPSC offers organizations a meaningful opportunity to support Idaho educators while gaining visibility with school leaders and professionals seeking trusted resources, programs, and collaborations. IPSC sponsors play a vital role in strengthening the conference experience and advancing shared goals for K–12 education. Contributions help keep the conference accessible, enhance learning opportunities, and support an optional pre-conference day offered at no additional cost to attendees.
Additional details on sponsorship levels, benefits, and exhibitor opportunities are available in the sponsor packet, and interested organizations may use the link below to register as a sponsor or exhibitor.
Contact
Crystal Snyder
Program Specialist
csnyder@sde.idaho.gov