Save-the-date graphic for the Indiana Early College Summit on June 3, 2027, alongside a photo of a panel discussion in a conference room.

 

2027 Indiana Early College Summit

June 3, 2027 | 9 AM to 4 PM ET
New Palestine High School
4485 South Victory Drive, New Palestine, IN 46163 

Join us on June 3

The Indiana Early College Summit turns five in 2027—and we’re going big to celebrate on June 3. More breakout sessions. More activities. More opportunities to learn and connect. Get ready for our best Summit yet!

Call for Proposals

Interested in presenting a session at the 2027 Indiana Early College Summit? Check back in early October to submit a proposal. 

Sponsor the Summit

Sponsoring the 2027 Indiana Early College Summit is your chance to get your organization in front of around 500 educators and partners who are passionate about helping more students pursue college after high school. Our audience includes high school teachers, school counselors, college and career coaches, principals, and superintendents, plus partners from state agencies and higher education.  

View our sponsorship flyer with more information on the sponsorship levels available.

Stay in the Know

Registration opens in early spring 2027. Sign up to receive updates about the Summit so you don't miss any important info.

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Who Should Attend

The Indiana Early College Summit is ideal for:

  • Administrators: Learn how to launch, grow, or improve your Early College program alongside other school leaders, with breakouts on topics like diploma changes and teacher incentives
  • Teachers: Gain tips and tools to implement in your classroom, including topics like rigor in dual credit classes
  • School counselors: Explore best practices to help students succeed in high school while exploring college and career pathways
  • Higher education partners: Network and learn alongside high school leaders to help bridge the gap between high school and postsecondary education
  • Nonprofit and agency partners: Connect with other education and nonprofit leaders during a full day of learning  

Session topics

At the Indiana Early College, you'll find mainstage presentations featuring high-impact speakers and breakout sessions highlighting state and national experts.

Our 2026 Summit featured more than 50 breakout sessions on topics like: 

  • Early College principles
  • Technology and AI
  • Classroom strategies
  • Supporting initiatives
  • Work-based learning and enrollment
  • School culture
  • Legislation and policy

Lodging

There are several hotels close to New Palestine High School. 

The following hotels are close to the event venue at New Palestine High School. CELL does not have a discount or block rate. 

 

Local hotels and distances from the conference venue
Hotel Address Distance
Baymont by Wyndham Indianapolis 1540 Brookville Crossing Way, Indianapolis, IN, 46239 8 miles
Country Inn and Suites by Radisson 7610 Old Trails Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46219 10 miles
Hampton Inn - Greenfield 2271 William Way, Greenfield, Indiana, 46140 14 miles
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Shelbyville 38 W. Rampart Street Shelbyville, IN 46176 17 miles

2026 Early College Summit

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From Our Partners
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The [Indiana Early College Summit] provided important information related to early colleges as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues. I would recommend the Summit for anyone working with early colleges or related college in high school opportunities for students.

Stacey Stover
Michigan Department of Education
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