STATE of Teaching
This free, immersive high-impact experience for high school students will be packed with insights and inspiration into the state of teaching.
NC State’s College of Education is hosting the 2026 STATE of Teaching Drive-In Conference on May 17-May 19 for current high school juniors committed to shaping a better tomorrow through their future careers in education, teaching, and community leadership. You’ll spend two days living on NC State’s campus, getting a firsthand glimpse of the college experience while gaining real-life and hands-on knowledge. You’ll also have the chance to uncover the challenges, intricacies, and endless rewards of the teaching profession.
- What: 2026 STATE of Teaching Overnight Conference
- Who: Current high school juniors (rising seniors in fall 2026)
- Where: NC State University’s Main Campus in Raleigh
- When: Sunday, May 17, to Tuesday, May 19, 2026
- Cost: Free!
- Registration: Apply by March 20, 2026