School Administrators of Montana

Conferences and Events


SAM Conferences and Events:


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 Sommers-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

Follow this link to REGISTER


Lodging:

Hotel room blocks are filling fast—reserve yours now to lock in the discounted group rate.

We look forward to seeing you in Bozeman in January!  

Save the Date for Upcoming SAM Conferences:

SYNC Conference in Helena — the final major gathering of this school year and a perfect moment to pause, connect, and recalibrate together.
If you’re involved in your school’s technology programs, SYNC is a rare chance to sit at the same table with fellow educators and industry experts to dig into what’s working, what isn’t, and how we can strengthen school systems moving forward. The conversations are practical, honest, and grounded in real-world challenges schools are facing right now.
This year’s conference also brings superintendents and special education administrators into the mix, creating space for meaningful collaboration across roles and responsibilities. The goal is simple: get everyone into sync around technology, leadership, and thoughtful school development.
Sessions will balance technology-focused topics with broader discussions on school leadership and organizational growth, making SYNC valuable whether you’re hands-on with systems, guiding teams, or shaping district-wide direction.

As the school year heads toward its final stretch, SYNC offers a chance to learn together, share perspective, and leave energized for what’s next.
We hope to see you in Helena this March!

Register Now!

SYNC : Where Strategy meets Innovation


Why You Should Be There

  • Network in Real Time: Meet peers and pioneers who are shaping the future of connected systems.

  • Discover New Tech: Experience emerging tools and methods that will redefine how teams synchronize.

  • Recharge + Reimagine: Step away from the noise and recalibrate your thinking in the scenic heart of Helena.

Whether you’re driving strategy, leading operations, or launching bold new initiatives—this is where your next breakthrough begins.


  • SAM Administrators Institute:  July 27-29, 2026 - Helena

Link to Schedule of 2025-26 SAM Conferences and Meetings