2026 National School District Coalition (NSDWC)Convening: Call for Proposals

November 4-6, 2026

districtwellnesscoalition@actionforhealthykids.org

Ready to lead the conversation on district wellness? We are now accepting proposals for the 2026 NSDWC Convening! We are looking for interactive sessions focused on district-level infrastructure and whole child health.

Complete this form at your earliest convenience to ensure your proposal is included in our review process.

Name

District

State

Job title

For which presentation category are you submitting an application? Feel free to submit for multiple categories. Just keep in mind that if we receive a high number of applications, we may only be able to select one of your submissions to make room for as many different voices as possible. (Select all that apply)

Deep Dive Breakout Presentation (45 - 60 minutes)

Presentation title/topic

Session description: Provide a summary of your presentation proposal. (maximum: 120 words)

What percentage of your application is interactive?

What audience engagement strategies will you use? Examples include: case scenarios, polls, coordinated group work, discussion/table talks

Which of the following does your presentation address? (select all that apply)

District-level focusDistrict infrastructureWhole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) alignment: Integration across multiple components of the WSCC ModelStrategic Partnerships: Working with community stakeholders or external wellness partners Sustainability: Ensuring wellness initiatives are funded and maintained long-term

Presentation Summary: Please provide an expanded description of your proposal that gives a clear description of the content, learning objectives, and goals of the presentation. Your summary should discuss the planned presentation, background information, greater detail of practices, and any shared resources or tools that will be highlighted. (maximum: 350 words)

Success Story Spotlight (15-20 minutes)

Spotlight title/topic

Session description: Provide a summary of your presentation proposal. (maximum: 120 words)

Which of the following does your presentation address? (select all that apply)

Panel or Group Session (60 minutes)

Session title/topic

Panel/group composition: List the names, titles, and organizations of your confirmed or invited panelists. (A diverse representation of roles or districts is encouraged.)

Session Description: Provide a summary of your panel/group session, including the unique perspective each panelist brings to the topic. (maximum: 120 words)

What audience engagement strategies will you use? Examples include: moderated Q&A, live polling, "Ask the Expert" segments, or breakout table discussions.

Which of the following does your presentation address? (select all that apply)

Session Summary: Please provide an expanded description of your proposal. This should outline the specific issues or themes the panel/group will address, the key takeaways for attendees, how the moderated discussion will flow, and any shared resources or tools that will be highlighted. (maximum: 350 words)