GET READY, RISING EDUCATORS!
What is Conference
Join us from February 25-28, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM at the UNM Student Union Building! Educators Rising hosts state and national-level conferences for middle school, high school, and collegiate students to come together. These conferences house competitions designed to challenge the students' knowledge they've learned through their curriculum each year. Competitions focus on skills necessary and applicable to education career pathways.
The state conference is open to active chapters of teachers and students across New Mexico who have completed their state registration. National registration is required for students to compete. Students who compete and place qualify to compete at the national conference happening in Portland, Oregon in June 2026.
Events Calendar
Find our biggest updates for local events, conferences, registrations, and student involvement on our events calendar here!
Pricing
Member Registration Fee
$100
per attendee
Until January 26th, 2026
Then $125 until February 9th, 2026
Bus Driver Fee
$80
Until February 9th, 2026
Registration Deadline: February 9th, 2026
This year, we are using a new system. Because of how DLG works, a window for student submissions will be active from February 9th-11th. Two links will be provided on our website and by email at that time: One for the students to upload directly, and one for teachers to upload on their students behalf if they choose to do so. After this window comes to a close, the state office will begin the scheduling process across judges and competitor timeslots leading into prejudging. We appreciate your patience during this time as our season moves faster and faster!
CONFERENCE LOCATION
Conference Location
UNM Student Union Building
87106, Albuquerque, NM 87131
PARKING: Shuttle services will be provided
HOTEL LOCATION
Sheraton Uptown
2600 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
$169/night
Breakfast included
If you have questions or need help with the link, please do not hesitate to call the hotel directly or 1-800-252-7772 and press 1 for reservations.
For special requests on reservations, please contact the Sales Office at 505-830-5781 and we can adjust existing reservations.
Educators Rising Room Block 2026
Start Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
End Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Last Day to Book: Friday, January 30, 2026
STUDENTS
AS OF 2026 CONFERENCE, STUDENTS CAN ONLY COMPETE IN ONE COMPETITION.
CHILDREN'S LITERATURE: 4 English and 4 Spanish books may be submitted per chapter, regardless of Children's Literature K-3 or Pre-K
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This year, individual, duo, or team competitors will be required to qualify to attend any national competition by score. That means they must score 80% or higher on the rubrics used for scoring in order to move forward to nationals.
STUDENTS
Judges
A panel of 2-3 judges is assigned for each student at the time of their competition. Judges are provided rubrics and materials for each competitor online through the scoring software, DLG JudgePRO. Prejudging is required for every competition this year!
We are seeking English and Spanish-speaking judges. Lunch is provided on both days of competitions for those who are selected to attend. Apply below to join us as a judge at conference!
Exhibitor/Vendor Tabling
$200 per table
Exhibitor tables are also available for organizations to network with and provide resources to students who wish to learn about options available in the local community that support their pursuit of education.
Tabling coincides with competitions during both Thursday and Friday times of the event. Lunch is provided for up to two attendees. Additional meals are available for purchase.